An Introductory Guide to the Risks of Poisonous Fungi
Published on the DoubleBlind website: https://doubleblindmag.com/poisonous-mushrooms/
In recent years, foraging for mushrooms has become increasingly popular for many who seek fungi to sate their appetite, explore new flavors, or heal their pains — but it is important to be aware that foraging mushrooms isn’t without its risks.
Fungi have an impressive alchemical repertoire capable of creating a diverse array of chemicals for decomposition and defense. We are just beginning to get a sense of their chemical accomplishments, and while some of their compounds can be life-changing in a variety of ways, some can also cause significant health issues.