Microdosing with Magic XP Truffles, Niacin and Lion's Mane mushrooms.
Follow the Stamets protocol of the mycologist 'Paul Stamets'. With this ready-made microdosing formula you can start microdosing immediately.
Stamets Stack: what does it mean?
Paul Stamets, the world-famous American mycologist, author and advocate of medicinal mushrooms developed a new microdosing formula. The combination of psilocybin (the active substance in microdosing truffles), the special mushroom Lion's Mane and niacin (vitamin B3) have, according to him, a positive effect on the brain. Niacin (vitamin B3) provides an extra good absorption of psychoactive substances. He refers to stacking of the various substances the 'Stamets Stack'.
This starter pack contains everything you need to start your stacking experience right away!
How do you dose according to the Stamets Stack method to increase neurogenis?
The 'stacking' protocol by Paul Stamets works as follows:
- DAY 1 to 4: Stacking (intake of truffles, lion's mane and vitamin b3)
- DAY 5 to 7: Rest - no intake. You can keep taking Lion's Mane.
- DAY 1 to 4: Stacking (intake of truffles, lion's mane and vitamin b3)
- DAY 5 to 7: Rest. You can continue to take Lion's Mane.
- Repeat for a maximum of 1 month
- RESET: 2 to 4 weeks of rest - no intake.
If you use the above schedule, the dosage of the individual products is as follows:
- Lion's Mane capsule: 2 per microdose day (total 800mg)
- Microdosing truffles: 0.5 to 2 servings on Microdose Day (1 serving = 1gram)
- Niacin (Vitamin B3): 0.5 to 2 tablets of 100mg per Microdosing Day
Usage/Ingestion
Before you start microdosing according to the Stamets method, make sure you are familiar with the basic principles of microdosing. Also, read the warnings at the bottom of this page!
- Take before 10 in the morning
- Lion's Mane and the microdosing truffles can be taken on an empty stomach or after a light breakfast.
- Niacin (vitamin B3) should be taken after a light breakfast. So not on an empty stomach.
Note: During the 3 rest days you can continue taking Lion's Mane capsules.
Why microdosing according to the Stamets method? What are the benefits of this microdosing formula?
There are indications that microdosing according to the Stamets Stack method may have the following benefits, among others:
- Improved memory
- Increased creativity
- Counteracting brain ageing (and forgetfulness)
- Improvement in problem-solving
The reason for Stamets to combine psilocybin mushrooms, or psychoactive truffles, with the Lion's Mane mushroom, is because of the properties of both mushrooms to create new brain connections.
It may also help to repair damaged brain connections (brain damage). Stamets bases his theory on scientific studies in which researchers deliberately damaged the brains of mice. The behaviour resembled that of dementia. When Lion's Mane was administered, the (negative) effect of the harmful substance disappeared and memory and behaviour improved again.
Microdosing XP truffles (18x1 gram)
This fresh vacuum packed XP truffles are from the Mexicana species. Sustainably grown in a 100% natural organic manner without pesticides or additives and packaged in a unique way by the oldest and most famous truffle farms in the Netherlands, FreshMushrooms. These psilocybin-containing truffles form the basis of microdosing according to the Stamets Stack.
Lion's Mane Mushrooms Capsules - Bio 60 pieces
The Lion's mane capsules come from the company Foodsporen. The Lion's Mane in these capsules is biologically produced from the fruiting bodies of this medicinal mushroom. A special method of cultivation was used for this. The mushrooms do not grow on grain. A higher-quality Lion's Mane with a higher concentration of active substances.
- The capsules contain 400 mg of Lion's Mane extract powder each.
- Full spectrum biomass of mycelium and young cultivated fruiting body
- Per capsule 400 mg Lion's Mane
- No fillers
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
- 100% organic
- 60 capsules
Ingredients Lion's Mane capsules:
- Lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus)
- microcrystalline cellulose
- hypromellose (vegetable capsule)
Niacin/vitamin B3 (Solgar)
Vitamin B3 plays an important role in our metabolism and ensures a healthy brain. A shortage of vitamin B3 can cause memory loss, depression and headaches. Taking niacin can cause a 'niacin flush' effect. This means that you may experience temporary redness of the skin and a warm feeling. This Niacin flush usually lasts no longer than an hour and is not harmful.
According to Stamets, vitamin B3 helps the psilocybin and Lion's Mane to be absorbed even better. It improves blood flow (in the body and brain) and opens the small red blood vessels.
We offer niacin from the brand Solgar - the highest quality provider of vitamins and supplements.
Contents Solgar Niacin:
- 100 tablets Niacin
- 100 mg nicotinic acid per tablet
- The dark glass packaging offers the best protection against the effects of oxygen, moisture and light
- Do not exceed the recommended dose
- Fillers (dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose)
- Vitamin B-3 (nicotinic acid)
- Anti-caking agents (vegetable stearic acid, vegetable magnesium stearate)
- Cellulose gum
- Consult an expert before use in case of pregnancy, lactation, illness or medication.
Warning:
Niacin should not be taken on an empty stomach. Nicotinic acid (vitamin B-3) may cause a severe but harmless 'flush', whereby sudden blood flow to the head and limbs causes a warm burning and/or prickling sensation. Niacin in a supraphysiological dose decreases the excretion of uric acid, which may increase the risk of hyperuricemia and gout.
Niacin contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity to vitamin B3
- Liver diseases
- Ulcerative peptic ulcer (of the stomach and/or duodenum)
- Gout
- Alcoholism
- Very low blood pressure
- Reduced renal function
Interaction
Antibiotics, oral contraceptives, isoniazid and alcohol may adversely affect the vitamin B3 status. Taking extra vitamin B3 may then be desirable.
Niacin inhibits the breakdown of anticonvulsants such as primidone, phenobarbital and carbamazepine, increasing the risk of overdose and toxicity of these drugs.
A high intake (more than 500 mg) of niacin should be avoided in case of impaired liver function, gall bladder disease, asthma, gout, cardiac arrhythmia, inflammatory bowel disease, migraine, active peptic ulcer and when using blood pressure lowering drugs.
Niacin in high doses (more than 500 mg) can influence the blood glucose metabolism. Diabetics should be aware of this.
Is niacin for microdosing safe?
Niacin promotes insulin resistance and reduces glucose tolerance in a dose-dependent manner. In non-diabetics, the blood glucose level usually remains within the normal range; in diabetics, it is advisable to take a maximum dose of 1.5 g niacin per day (at this dose the effect on the blood glucose level is minimal).
Niacin in doses above 50 mg may cause a 'niacin flush' with reddening of the face, arms and chest (sometimes with a slight swelling of the skin) and a burning, stinging and/or itching sensation and sometimes headache. These symptoms usually last from 30 minutes to an hour. This reaction can be severe but is harmless and transient. It is not an allergic reaction. This flush can be limited by gradually increasing the dose and combining niacin with a B-complex vitamin and vitamin C.
The niacin 'Flush' is also counteracted with quercetin, luteolin or apple pectin.
Niacin is a supraphysiological dose that reduces the excretion of uric acid, which may increase the risk of hyperuricemia and gout.
A dose of niacin above 3 grams per day may be toxic to the liver (increased liver function tests, jaundice) and cause gastrointestinal complaints (nausea, vomiting, heartburn, loss of appetite, flatulence, diarrhoea, peptic ulcer).
Niacin may aggravate an allergic reaction by stimulating the release of histamine.
A dose of niacin from 1000 mg per day can significantly increase homocysteine levels; giving vitamin B6 in addition to niacin prevents an increase in homocysteine levels.
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