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    The Mushrooms Are Slowly Taking Effect

    A vote to decriminalize psilocybin in Denver is fueling a national discourse on the health benefits of psychedelics.
    by James Hamblin May 16, 2019 4 minutes
    Source: Peter Dejong / AP

    If you’re looking to be convicted of crimes, don’t go eating psychedelic mushrooms in Denver.

    Today the city is expected to officially decriminalize possession of the mind-altering fungus. Based on a ballot measure decided last week, citizens of Denver can more confidently grow and eat mushrooms that contain psilocybin, the perception-altering compound found in some 200 species.

    Though only have been prosecuted in Denver for psilocybin possession in the past three years, local advocates such as the believe that decriminalization could open the door to more widespread use for various medicinal reasons. It could also be a bellwether for the nation, and the that they pose no risk of creating physical dependence and a low risk of abuse and harm.

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