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How to Eat a Foraged Mushroom for the First Time

Foraging for mushrooms can be a rewarding experience, but consuming them requires caution. Follow these steps each time to safely eat a foraged mushroom for the first time:

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1. Identify with Certainty

Before eating, be 100% sure of the mushroom’s identity.  Many edible mushrooms have toxic lookalikes, so double-check every detail.

1. Check Multiple Sources

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2. Collect Multiple Times

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3. Get a Second Opinion

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