Once again, people had to be treated in the hospital because they had consumed such products, it was stated in a release on Wednesday. This is a dangerous trend that can lead to serious health impairments - therefore, consumption is warned against.

The acquisition is reportedly done through online shops, but occasionally also from vending machines, with these goods often being labeled as non-food items such as souvenirs or collectibles, wrote the AGES. Although there are also notes like "Not suitable for consumption," since the products can look like gummies or chocolate, they can be particularly dangerous for small children. Companies that distribute such items must expect legal penalties, as these are generally considered harmful to health.

AGES Issues Warning

Cases are known across Europe where teenagers and adults had to be treated in the hospital after consuming such products. The AGES therefore strongly warns against the consumption of products containing certain amounts of mushroom toxins that can cause symptoms of poisoning. These include hallucinations such as colorful illusions, a feeling of weightlessness, and euphoria. Other consequences are nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, dizziness, and increased salivation - psychoses have also been reported, as well as circulatory failure. Larger amounts can cause muscle twitching, confusion, abdominal pain, and states of agitation, which can lead to unconsciousness or coma.

(APA/Red)

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