Microdosing Protocols
Start with 1 capsule of COGNITIVE MICRODOSE to assess your individual tolerance. Some people simply require a higher microdose. You can increase the dosage to 2 or 3 capsules as desired; however, most people find 1 capsule is the ideal dosage. Just keep in mind that your body develops a tolerance to psychedelics such as psilocybin mushrooms relatively quickly, even after just one dose, which is why it’s always recommended to follow either the Fadiman or the Stamets protocol (or something similar) when microdosing. The Fadiman protocol is named after Dr. James Fadiman, one of the world’s leading researchers on psychedelics. The Fadiman protocol has users taking a microdose every three days—so one day on, two days off, then repeat. The Stamets protocol is named after Paul Stamets, the world’s top mycologist and number one authority on everything related to mushrooms and fungi. The Stamets protocol has users taking a microdose for 4 to 5 consecutive days, followed by 2 to 3 days off (4–5 on, 2–3 off, then repeat).
FADIMAN Protocol
| DAY 1 |
DAY 2 |
DAY 3 |
Repeat:
Back to Day 1 |
| Microdose |
No dose |
No dose |
STAMETS Protocol
| Day 1 |
Day 2 |
Day 3 |
Day 4 |
Day 5 (Optional) |
Day 6 |
Day 7 |
| Microdose |
Microdose |
Microdose |
Microdose |
Microdose |
No dose |
No dose |
The Science Behind the Ingredients in LIMITLESS MUSHROOMS COGNITIVE MICRODOSE
LIMITLESS MUSHROOMS COGNITIVE MICRODOSE has been scientifically formulated by one of the best researchers and product formulators in the dietary supplement and natural health product industry. His 20 years of experience researching and developing health supplements is now being applied to this cutting-edge COGNITIVE MICRODOSE formula. Each ingredient is included in a precise dosage and is targeted to deliver a specific effect, all while working in perfect synergy.
Psilocybin Mushroom (Psilocybe cubensis)
Golden Teacher, African Transkei, Goldie Locks
The two varieties of Psilocybe cubensis mushrooms in this COGNITIVE MICRODOSE formula were chosen for their powerful, uplifting properties and consistent psilocybin/psilocin content. Psilocybin and psilocin are the two key active compounds in magic mushrooms. Both psilocybin (O-phosphoryl-4-hydroxy-N) and psilocin (4-hydroxy-N,N-dimethyl-tryptamine) are equally psychoactive, but it is actually psilocin that is largely responsible for the high that mushrooms produce. This is because the main method of taking mushrooms is oral ingestion, and any psilocybin that is ingested is broken down to psilocin in the digestive tract by the enzyme alkaline phosphate. We know that psilocybin is just as psychoactive, as scientific research often uses other methods of dosing that bypass the digestive tract, maintaining the structure of psilocybin within the body but still having the same effect.
Both psilocybin and psilocin occur naturally within magic mushrooms, but outside of the body, psilocin is very unstable and is quickly degraded when exposed to heat or oxygen. This is why fresh magic mushrooms bruise so easily when they are picked—it is the psilocin held within reacting and degrading.
Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) Full Spectrum
Studies show that lion’s mane mushroom can support brain health by stimulating the creation of two important compounds: nerve growth factor (NGF) and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF).
NGF and BDNF are proteins that stimulate the production of new cells and strengthen existing ones. NGF also plays an important role in forming myelin, the sheath around nerve cells that helps brain cells do their job. BDNF increases brain plasticity, which helps your brain cells stay resilient in the face of stress or aging.
- Promotes mental clarity, focus, and memory
- Provides cerebral and nervous system support
- Studies have identified a NGF (nerve growth factor) in lion’s mane
- Optimizes nervous and immune system health
- Supports cognitive function
The key active compounds found in lion’s mane have been identified as erinacines, erinacerins and herecinones. It’s important to use lion’s mane raw with a full spectrum of constituents: polysaccharides (beta-glucans, arabinoxylan, glucose, xylose, galactose and mannose), glycoproteins, ergosterols, triterpenoids and other myco-nutrients, which are essential for supporting natural immunity.
Niacin No-Flush (Inositol hexanicotinate)
The world’s most famous mycologist, Paul Stamets, hypothesizes that niacin’s ability to stimulate the peripheral nervous system could extend the nootropic benefits of lion’s mane and psilocybin to the entire body rather than limiting them to the central nervous system. This can strengthen the mind/body connection and counteract the negative effects of degenerative nerve diseases.
Inositol hexanicotinate is a “no-flush” derivative of niacin, which eliminates the side effects associated with other forms of niacin in high doses, such as flushing of the skin and upset stomach. When ingested, inositol nicotinate hydrolyzes in the body to free niacin and inositol, allowing both to function in the body. It acts as a slow-release supply of niacin; hence, the flushing effect is not a likely event when ingested.
All of the mushrooms used in LIMITLESS MUSHROOMS products are organically grown in beautiful British Columbia, Canada.
