Magic Mushroom Compound Could Delay Aging in Humans.

In 2025, Kosuke Kato and team from Emory University studied psilocin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, in human cells and 19-month-old mice (equivalent to ~60-year-old humans). They treated cells with psilocin and gave mice monthly psilocybin doses for weeks, measuring cell lifespan, mouse survival, and aging signs like fur condition.

Human cells lived 50% longer, and mice had 30% higher survival rates, with better fur and less graying. Psilocin reduced oxidative stress, suggesting it fights aging at a cellular level. Human benefits are untested but promising.

Explore psilocybin’s potential anti-aging benefits, but wait for human studies and consult experts.