It is hypothesized that the Eleusinian Mysteries' potion, kykeon, contained hallucinogenic substances, potentially including rye ergot (which contains lysergic acid amides), to induce visions and states of ecstasy.

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• Person: F.J. Carod-Artal Organization: Neurosciences and History
  Psychoactive plants in ancient Greece - Neurosciences and History

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