It is no secret that psychedelic substances like psilocybin, mescaline or DMT are responsible for the most colorful and amazing experiences known to men. But what exactly happens to our brains when we are under the effects of these magical compounds? Some studies have been conducted to find out what it is that psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms and magic truffles, does to our brain. It can’t be anything but good… Emotional thinking For one study, scientists analy...

In December 1993, the United Nations decided to celebrate the International Day of Indigenous Peoples on 9 August each year. That means that on this day, we pay attention to their cultures and the contribution indigenous peoples make to cultural diversity. Here at Avalon Magic Plants, many of our products come directly from indigenous people in South and Central America, so we have a lot to thank them for. That is why today, we will pay tribute to some of the most special products in our store. ...

If you’ve ever questioned what the actual difference is between magic mushrooms and magic truffles, you are not alone. In fact, it’s one of the most frequently asked questions we receive. So what is the difference, and why do people sometimes interchange the two products? We will tell you all about it in the following article! So what’s the difference? To put it quick and straight: there are and aren’t a lot of actual differences between magic mushrooms and magic truffl...

Do you already own a dry herb vaporizer? Then odds are you are already using it for one of our favorite herbs around: cannabis. But did you know there are some amazing other herbs around that are perfectly suitable to use in your vaporizer? Vaping these herbs will introduce you to some interesting effects, like perfect relaxation, energy boosts or sometimes even an increased libido! Let’s take a look at some interesting options! Damiana This plant from Mexico is mainly used in herbal med...

Do you consider yourself a marijuana-lover, enthusiast or maybe even a stoner? Well, then the following article might not surprise you, but aside from smoking or eating marijuana, the increasing popularity of both tabletop and portable vaporizers has greatly increased the amount of options you have to using cannabis. If you usually roll a blunt or use a bong or waterpipe to consume marijuana, we’ll make sure to give you some good reasons to try a vaporizer for a change to get high as a kit...

Depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress are problems that are growing worldwide, so it is important that the health sector take measures to seek better treatments and thus provide adequate care. In previous blogs we covered the therapeutical effects of Magic Mushrooms on different kinds of addiction, but did you know Peyote is also considered by some to be a potent addiction-killer? Peyote against addictions Psychedelics, hallucinogens and entheogens have been employed in ethnomedical tr...

If you have ever tripped on psilocybin, then you know that these experience can be indescribable and sometimes even life-changing. But did you know that the use of psilocybin, the active substance in these magic mushrooms or truffles, can have a long-lasting effect on your personality? There have been several experiments to support this claim, one of them coming from a study of the John Hopkins University.  Long-lasting effects The scientists published their findings online in the journal...

Do you want to have more fun in your sex life? Trying out some aphrodisiacs might just do the trick! These libido enhancing herbs are called aphrodisiacs after the Greek goddess for fertility and beauty Aphrodite. These special herbs have the ability to increase libido and sexual endurance by influencing hormone levels and by affecting our brain and blood flow.  Herbal testosterone booster Some herbs, such as Tongkat Ali, increase men's testosterone levels, allowing them to have sex more o...

With our website name being Avalon Magic Plants, it should be no surprise to you that we have some special and almost magical plants in our line of products. One of them is Sceletium tortuosum, better known as Kanna. This succulent plant grows about 30cm tall and is native to South Africa, where it was traditionally used to relieve pain and reduce hunger. Nowadays, numerous scientific studies have pointed out that kanna could decrease anxiety, stress and tension. Although we make no claims to a...

Unfortunately, a fair share of people know what it’s like to drive under the influence of alcohol. But how would it feel to drive a car when you just took MDMA, cannabis or even magic mushrooms? Some time ago, a group of Dutch students (because where else?) had to undergo that exact experience. Well, sort of.  3D Tripping Simulator The briefing for the 18 and 19 year old students was clear: put on your virtual reality glasses, put your hands on the weel and take a drive! To experien...

Psychedelic substances are becoming more popular by the day. The fact that you are reading this on Avalon Magic Plants already increases the chance that you have ever experienced psychedelics like magic mushrooms, ayahuasca or LSD yourself. But did you know we have some psychedelic-loving allies in celebrity-world? Most celebs and Hollywood-stars stay on the background about their use of these magical products, but luckily there are some who have spoken out about their sometimes life-changing ex...

Can't we all use a little bit more rest? Busy working days, a stressful life and being focused all day long means that we are sometimes left completely exhausted. In this article we take a look at the world of relaxing herbs, because there are quite a few natural resources available to fully unwind after a long week full of work and obligations. The beautiful thing about the herbs below is that they can be smoked, evaporated or infused in a tea. Are you ready for the coming weekend? These herbs w...

Woody Harrelson's next project will have a psychedelic feel to it. One of Hollywood’s biggest stars will feature in a film adaption of the book ‘The Most Dangerous Man in America’ by Bill Minutaglio and Stephan L. Davis. The actor will portray the role of none other than Timothy Leary, who some claim to be ‘the father of psychedelia’. The series will follow the the 28 months in which Leary was fleeing access from the state and found refuge in a world of hippies and p...

Microdosing hallucinogenic substances is becoming more popular by the day. Now, a study in rats offers the first biological evidence that this form of ingesting psychedelics could have some serious therapeutic benefits. New evidence Taking small amounts of psychedelics is said to have benefits of increasing creativity by alleviating depression and improving problem-solving abilities. It has also been claimed that they reduce the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, OCD and anxiety. This...

When you think about magic mushrooms or LSD, it is likely you are thinking about someone having a psychedelic trip in his living room with some of his best mates. You probably won’t even consider thinking about scientists working around the clock investigating these magical substances. Let’s be fair: Psychedelic drugs tend to be more associated with hippies and the counterculture of the 60s than white coat scientists doing clinical trials. Mind-altering substances But that is about...