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Communication Networks: Mushrooms form vast underground networks (mycelium) that allow trees and plants to communicate and share nutrients.

Environmental Impact: Mushrooms can break down pollutants and toxins in the environment, aiding in bioremediation.

Medical Uses: Compounds in mushrooms have potential health benefits, including anti-cancer properties and supporting mentalhealth through substances like psilocybin.

Nutritional Benefits: Mushrooms are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, contributing significantly to human health.

Building Materials: Mycelium can be used to create sustainable, biodegradable building materials like bricks and insulation, which are strong, fire-resistant, and eco-friendly.

Source: National Geographic

Researchers in the field of mental health are increasingly looking to produce natural psychedelics as a treatment option, and some of the country's leading research in that field is happening in Nanaimo.

At a secret location in the Harbour City, researchers at Numinus Bioscience have spent years developing medical psilocybin mushrooms.

"We have actually created the first natural psilocybe mushroom product that has been accepted by Health Canada," said Sharan Sidhu, vice president of scientific research innovation and lab operations with Numinus Bioscience.

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Source: CTV News Vancouver Island