Conventionally used for its stimulant, empathogenic and entactogenic effects,3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA, ecstasy) is one of the most commonlyused psychoactive drugs, specifically among young adults and in nightlife and recrea-tional party contexts. Often perceived as a safe drug, MDMA can display an array oftoxic effects on multiple organs, with hyponatraemia (a low blood sodium concentrationthat c...
Background: An increasing number of psychoactive plants, particularly those with long history of use on ritualistic practices, are now being progressively used in recreational context, many of which remaining unregulated [1]. Calea zacatechichi is traditionally used in divination rituals, due to its oneirogenic properties. Yet, considering the psychoactive effects of this ‘Dream Herb’ and easiness of purchase, ...
An increasing number of psychoactive plants, particularly those with long history of use on ritualistic practices, are now being progressively used in recreational context, many of which remaining unregulated. Calea zacatechichiis traditionally used in divination rituals, due to its oneirogenic properties. Yet, considering the psychoactive effects of this ‘Dream Herb’and easiness of purchase, the potential for ...
For the last few years, Ayahuasca ceremonies have been gaining popularity in recreational settings in Europe and North America [1]. Similar to Psychotria viridis, Diplopterys cabreranais also suggested to contain the psychoactive compound N,N-dimethyltryptamine, and is therefore used in Aya-huasca rituals for its ability to induce hallucinations, euphoria and entheogenic effects [1-3]. However, while informatio...
Bee pollen is commonly reputed as a rich source of nutrients, both for bees and humans. Its composition is well balanced and can be taken as a stand-alone food or as supplement, including for the elderly owing its low caloric value. However, storage conditions frequently lead to product degradation, namely due to the high moisture content that enable the proliferation of molds and bacteria. Herein, an infrared ...