On Forest Entheogen
Michal Jurášek, Lubomı́r Opletal, Pavel Drašar
Chemické listy August 15, 2023 DOI: 10.54779/chl20230495 (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractAmanita muscaria, the red toadstool, has been used throughout history in natural medicine and in shamanic, ritual, and religious practices. The article reviews its historical roles, chemical content, and toxicity. Based on scientific evidence, the authors issue a strong warning against any experimentation with consuming the mushroom or preparations made from it.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Review Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Context archaeology Mushroom Consumption sociology Traditional medicine History |
| Key finding | The article warns against any consumption of Amanita muscaria or its preparations based on scientific evidence of toxicity. |
Abstract
The article describes the red toadstool, Amanita muscaria, in the mirror of history, natural medicine, content of substances, and toxicity, as well as within the context of shamanic, ritual, and religious practices. Based on scientific reasons, a strong warning against any experimentation with the consumption of the mushroom itself, or preparations prepared from it, is delivered. Full text English translation is available in the on-line version.