U.S. Poison Centers have received reports of severe illness potentially associated with consuming Diamond Shruumz™ chocolate bars, cones, and gummies. These products are marketed for “microdosing” and are not regulated as they are sold as “dietary supplements” online and in shops.
What is it and why is it dangerous?
These products are most commonly sold as “magic gummies” in various retail outlets such as vape shops and minimarts. They are also available in other forms, such as chocolates and snack foods.
Illicit and harmful contaminants
These gummies remove psilocybin (the hallucinogenic compound found in magic mushrooms), which is illegal in most states, but include other mushroom extracts and unspecified substances.
The problem is that they are marketed as “dietary supplements,” which means they are not regulated by the FDA, leading to potential safety concerns. The CDC warns that these products might contain undisclosed ingredients, including illicit substances or harmful contaminants not approved for use in food.
Symptoms
Symptoms reported by people who became ill after consuming Diamond ShruumzTM brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies include seizures, central nervous system depression (loss of consciousness, confusion, and sleepiness), agitation, hallucinations, abnormal heart rates, high or low blood pressure, and gastrointestinal effects (nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain).
What should I do?
Diamond Shruumz™ brand products have been recalled and should no longer be available for sale, but other brands that sell similar products are still available. Like Diamond Shruumz™, they are not regulated and may contain similarly harmful, undisclosed ingredients.
Be Cautious!
Consumers are advised to be cautious of products sold as supplements, especially those containing mushroom extracts, and avoid buying these products as they can be adulterated with dangerous, illicit substances.
And remember, if you or someone you know ate a supplement and are feeling unwanted side effects, give the Missouri Poison Control Center for help at 1-800-222-1222.
