Healthy Habits: Psilocybin

 During the pandemic, about 4 in 10 adults in the U.S. have reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorder. This just proves that mental health is on the decline and more and more people are actively reporting their mental health status than ever before. There are so many solutions out there that are said to improve mental health and wellbeing, but sometimes it just isn't enough. The need for more solutions when it comes to mental health has started to shine a light on more exploratory methods, like psilocybin.

Del Jolly, Co-Founder of UMBO, Unlimited Sciences and expert in functional mushrooms, the research at Unlimited Sciences collects real-world data on psychedelic use so that we can more quickly understand how to use these drugs safely and effectively for our health and overall wellbeing. 

Jolly states, “Even with our masks being off for the most part and concerts in full swing now, many of us are still recovering mental healthwise from the unprecedented life events brought on by COVID-19. The good news is that naturally occurring and statistically safe options such as psilocybin are breaking stigmas when it comes to mental health treatment. Psilocybin containing mushrooms and synthetic psilocybin are proving to be beneficial in a host of ailments including treatment-resistant depression, end-of-life anxiety, cluster headaches and even eating disorders.”

I had a chance to learn more in this interview.

What research is currently going on regarding psilocybin?

Psilocybin is being researched at many universities and private labs for ailments such as treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, end-of-life anxiety, anorexia, smoking cessation, Lymes disease, and so many other ailments.

What are some of the implications for mental health?

The implications for mental health are seemingly endless. The mind is the last frontier and psilocybin is the covered wagon. Understanding the complexities of the brain can unlock solutions to a wide variety of human diseases.

In what other areas might psilocybin be a benefit?

People might be aware of psilocybin being used to treat depression. But it's also being looked at for anorexia, smoking cessation, and Lymes disease. Our study has reports of use for pain, stuttering, and facial ticks. The potential is limitless.