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Amanita muscaria

Amanita muscaria is a type of mushroom, like the ones you see in the forest. It is red with white spots and might look like a mushroom from a fairy tale.

This mushroom can be harmful if you eat it. It has a substance that can make you sick, and if you eat too much of it, it can even be deadly.

But some people use Amanita muscaria for special purposes. They dry it out and turn it into a powder, and then they eat just a little bit of the powder to make them feel different.

It's kind of like drinking a hot chocolate that makes you feel relaxed and happy, but with Amanita muscaria, it can make you feel like you're in a dream or make you feel like you're seeing things that aren't real.

But again, it is important to remember that while Amanita muscaria might seem interesting or cool, it can also be very dangerous if you eat too much of it. So it's best to just leave the mushroom alone and find other fun things to do!
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