A newer trend called microdosing has emerged in the last few years to help people cope with health conditions, including pain relief and depression. While microdosing is a new technique, it has benefits and involves specific “ingredients” depending on the condition being treated.
There are a variety of legal and illegal substances that you can microdose. From medical cannabis to LSD, Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDMA), and many others, the psychedelic market is booming. However, remember that street drugs are against the law and can cause a failed drug test after 30 days even if you faithfully go through detox.
What Is Microdosing?
Microdosing involves ingesting small doses of a drug to benefit or test its physiological action. Taking the right amount will not produce a ‘high’ or trip from the drug. However, you may still have to worry about passing a drug test.
Proposals for the precise microdose amount vary among academics and scientists. However, it’s generally between 1-3 micrograms.
It’s difficult to provide a universal “normal dose” because everyone responds differently to psychedelics. Therefore, the standard dose depends on the person taking the drug.
When microdosing, be sure to get the drug prescribed to you. There are drug test kits you can use to confirm the type of drug. This prevents people from overdoses or adverse effects of a drug interaction.
Why is Microdosing Becoming popular?
Microdosing drugs, in particular psychedelics, have a lot of benefits. However, the most important thing to clarify is that people do not microdose to get high or produce any euphoric effect.
Microdosing is used to treat mental health conditions and improve health and emotional state. Research also shows the effectiveness of cannabinoids such as THC and CBD in relieving the severe symptoms of chemotherapy.
Most people who have used psychedelics and cannabinoids have reported feeling more clear-headed, happier, and relaxed. In addition, others have reported enhanced creativity, increased concentration, enhanced energy, and improved social interactions.
What substances Do People Microdose?
Several substances are microdosed, some for medical reasons and some as traditional rituals. The commonly microdosed drugs include the following:
- LSD (Lysergic acid) to enhance focus and creativity
- Cannabinoids such as THC, Delta-8 (for depression and anxiety)
Mescaline (peyote): Religious use or scientific research
- Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDMA): To enhance energy, empathy, and self-awareness
- Psilocybin (“magic” mushrooms), a popular antidepressant
- Ibogaine: Traditional spiritual medicine that scientists believe holds hope for treating opioid addiction.
The Amazing Benefits of Microdosing?
Scientists have debated whether or not microdosing can be effective. However, promising research has indicated the following benefits of microdosing:
Treat Mental Health Problems
Mental health issues in the USA are on the rise. This is partly due to the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and other underlying social issues. One technique being used to manage mental health issues is the use of psychedelic drugs such as cannabis, LSD, and many others. Many people have reported that microdosing can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. However, more research is being done to reveal the effectiveness of this method on different drugs and health issues.
Enhance Creativity and Mental Function
Many people say they feel more creative, and their cognitive performance increases when they microdose. Microdosing shows promising results in reducing stress and increasing focus. Reports about microdosing and creativity are somehow unreliable.
There are currently tests running that will help determine if this power is rooted in academic research. Feedback from hundreds of thousands of people worldwide indicates that microdosing can be a way for people to think more creatively and gain another perspective.
Are There Any Risks of Microdosing?
There is a risk of having the wrong dosage. The margin of error for microdosing is minor, and this can lead to undesirable effects. Microdosing doesn’t also work for everyone. Some say that it can deteriorate your health.
The most common negative side effects include tiredness, reduced focus, irritability, increased anxiety, and restlessness. It can be hard to tell what effects microdosing will have on your body. If you think it could help, though, it’s worth taking the plunge!
If you experience any negative effects, it is probably best to stop microdosing. You may also want to consider microdosing with another drug.
Bottom Line
More research is needed for the medical community and patients to trust the positive results and effectiveness of microdosing.
That being said, those who have tried it say that microdosing may soon be a viable option for people looking to treat a range of mental and physical health problems.
As with any treatment option, it’s important to talk with a doctor first before microdosing on anything.
