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Ergot Fungus and the Salem Witch Trials
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Reflection on mortality can lead to bold actions like texting a crush, trying new hairstyles, or indulging in comfort food due to the inevitable end. The question arises if the Salem Witch Trials were induced by Ergot fungus, a grain fungus containing toxic alkaloids. Ergot can lead to symptoms such as muscle spasms, fever, hallucinations, mania, dizziness, tremors, and distorted perceptions. The pronunciation of Ergot or clavizeps can be tricky, but it is a fungus that historically played a role in the Salem Witch Trials.
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