Legal magic truffles occupy a unique place in Europe’s evolving conversation about psychedelics, mental health, and regulated access to plant- and fungi-based therapeutics. Unlike psilocybin mushrooms, which are widely prohibited, magic truffles are the subterranean sclerotia of certain psilocybin-producing fungi and are treated differently under some national laws — most notably in the Netherlands, where […]
Understanding Psilocybin Therapy in the Netherlands The Netherlands has become Europe’s most progressive country for psilocybin therapy, a form of treatment that uses the psychoactive compound found in magic mushrooms and truffles to alleviate depression, PTSD, and addiction. While psilocybin mushrooms themselves remain technically illegal, psilocybin truffles—which contain the same active ingredient—are legally sold and […]
Psilocybin mushrooms have moved from ancient rituals to modern laboratories, marking a profound shift in how Europe perceives psychedelic-assisted therapy. Known for their active compound psilocybin, these natural fungi have drawn the attention of scientists, psychotherapists, and policymakers for their ability to relieve depression, anxiety, and addiction. Across the UK and EU, there’s growing recognition […]