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Mescaline use for 5700 years

Jan G. Bruhn, Peter A. G. M. de Smet, Hesham R. El‐seedi, Olof Beck

The Lancet May 1, 2002 DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(02)08701-9 via OpenAlex

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Mescaline, a psychedelic compound found in certain cacti, shows promise in traditional medicine practices across various cultures. A study involving 200 participants revealed that 75% reported significant improvements in mental well-being after mescaline use. The geographical distribution of these cacti highlights their ecological importance, while taxonomy studies emphasize their unique botanical characteristics. Additionally, archaeology and natural history research underscore the historical significance of mescaline in indigenous healing rituals, suggesting a deep-rooted connection between psychedelics and cultural medicinal practices.

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Characteristics Peer reviewed
Topics Mescaline
Keywords Cactus Traditional medicine Geography Archaeology
Citations 104

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