FAQ

ALL ABOUT PSYCHEDELICS & MICRODOSING

DO YOU SHIP OUTSIDE OF CANADA?

Yes we do. Most places can order directly from the website but must pay with PayPal if outside of Canada. For customers based in U.S. please email us directly to place an order at this time. vellumhealth@protonmail.com
WHAT ARE THE PAYMENT OPTIONS?

Canadian orders-E-transfers or credit card via PayPal U.S. and International orders-Paypal Please contact us with any additional questions or for US/INTL order instructions.
WHAT ARE THE BEST PRODUCTS FOR BEGINNERS?

Beginners should start with a low dose, if you are sensitive to substances then start with a 50mg capsule, you can double up to try 100mg, if not start with 100mg and experiment to find the right dose for you. 100mg is our most popular dose and our most popular blend is Enhance which is made with Golden Teacher mushrooms and Lions Mane mushrooms. If you're not sure which blend is right for you we also offer collections of all three blends at both 50 and 100mg doses. Products are linked below. Here is a link to beginner dosing calendar as an example.
WILL I FEEL HIGH FROM THE MICRODOSE?

No. Not from the HEAL( 50mg, 100mg) or ENHANCE (50mg, 100mg)blends. You may notice new sensations and a brightness to the world that you didn't register before but you will not feel incapacitated. JOURNEY (200mg) is a higher level microdose of pure mushrooms with no blends. Starting with this one you would likely feel considerable effect, not necessarily be 'high' but you would notice a difference, particularly if you do not regularly or have never consumed cannabis or psychedelics. Some common feelings on a microdose are clarity, decisiveness, contentment, and joy.
WHAT ARE SOME RECOMMENDED DOSING SCHEDULES?

Check out some symptom specific dosing calendars here: Or some general ones here: There are also various suggested protocols including the Stamet Stack, read more about it here. https://www.nootropedia.com/paul-stamets-epigenetic-neurogenesis-stack/
SHOULD I EAT THEM ON AN EMPTY STOMACH?

If you want to 'feel it' more then yes, if not, eating lightly beforehand can help ground you and prevent stomach upset that may occur in some rare instances.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CONSUME THEM IF I'M USING IT FOR A SET PERIOD OF REGULAR MICRO-DOSING?

There are differing opinions on how often to microdose. To begin with, we recommend eating one or two caps or as needed and then skipping one or two days before consuming another one. Continue like this for up to one month or as prescribed. Optimal effects are obtained if you do not take them on consecutive days to allow integration of awareness and ideas gained on microdose days. However, if you are addressing moderate to serious symptoms of depression, it can be helpful to do a concentrated period of one every day for a week and then take a break, or a 3-day on, 1-day off schedule for a period of time. It's really up to you and what works for your lifestyle and your mental health goals.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CONSUME THEM IF I'M USING IT FOR LONGER-TERM MOOD SUPPORT/BRAIN HEALING?

1 or 2 caps per day, taking two or three days off between doses is recommended for maximum effect. Do not take on consecutive days. Follow this schedule as required for continued benefit.
CAN I EAT THEM JUST FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES AND IF SO WHAT'S THE BEST WAY?

Yes you can! We suggest eating 2-3 of the 100mg (HEAL or ENHANCE) or the 200mg (JOURNEY) over the course of 4-6 hours for a stronger, more sustained feeling of uplift and euphoric feelings. We also recommend our GEMS 500mg gummies for recreational dosing. Adjust as needed to enjoy!
SHOULD I CHANGE MY DAILY ACTIVITIES OR ROUTINE WHILE MICRO-DOSING?

No. Micro-dosing is meant to enhance and enrich your everyday life, do everything as you normally would with the exception of the first time you take them. When starting micro-dosing it is advisable to test your tolerance on a day you do not have to work or are not busy, so you can determine their impact.
CAN YOU RECOMMEND SOME READING SO I CAN LEARN MORE?

Yes. Please check out our resources page for more information and Michael Pollan's brilliant book and website here: https://michaelpollan.com/resources/psychedelics-resources/