Journal

Medicinal Mushrooms

Combining Medicinal Mushrooms and the Synergies Between Them

Can I Combine Medicinal Mushrooms? The Synergies Between Them

We like to think of each medicinal mushroom having its own personality with individual benefits for body, mind and spirit. We often get asked, can I combine medicinal mushrooms? Do they work together? Are there certain synergies between them? In this journal entry, we will explore the world of medicinal mushrooms and provide insights into whether it is beneficial to combine different varieties.
Medicinal Mushroom Powdered Extracts on Gold Spoons

Our Mission to Provide the Most Potent and Pure Medicinal Mushrooms Available

As self-confessed mycophiles when we started on our journey 5 years ago to bring Inner Atlas to life we set out to offer the highest quality medicinal mushroom extracts possible. In other words, we work hard to provide mushies that we know are active and potent and deliver their intended benefits.

In this journal entry we will run through our sourcing principles and what to look out for, so you know you’re working with a quality product. Buckle up, we’ve got a few mushie truths on the way!

Cordyceps fruiting bodies emerging from grass

Cordyceps, A Health Hero and its Portrayal in “The Last of Us”

Cordyceps has recently been the subject of much fascination after its role in the popular HBO series "The Last of Us."

The program depicts Cordyceps as infecting humans, turning them into zombie-like creatures, and sending the internet into a flurry; could this scenario really play out in real life?

In this Journal entry, we'll explore the truth behind Cordyceps and the Last of Us and the possibility of Cordyceps infecting humans. Spoiler alert, it’s a work of pure fiction – phew!

The Benefits of Medicinal Mushrooms Reishi, Lion's Mane, Chaga, Cordyceps, Turkey Tail, Tremella

A First-timer’s Guide to the Benefits of Medicinal Mushrooms

Medicinal mushrooms have been an integral part of traditional healing modalities and longevity practices across the globe for centuries. The ever-increasing scientific research into the health benefits of mushrooms has seen the world of fungi re-emerge into the light validating traditional wisdom...
Medicinal Mushrooms Reishi, Cordyceps, Tremella, Turkey Tail, Chaga, Lion's Mane

Which Medicinal Mushroom is Best for Me?

Unsure which mushie is best for you? We hear you! We get asked this question a lot.

Navigating which medicinal mushroom extract you should go with can be a little confusing. Questions often arise like can I mix mushrooms? What’s the best time of day to take them? How do I take them?

Don’t sweat it. We’re here to help.

Medicinal Mushrooms for Festive Season Support

Medicinal Mushrooms for Festive Season Support

If you’re anything like us the energy can often feel a little frenzied, even chaotic. From the calming effects of Reishi mushroom to the energy-boosting properties of Cordyceps, we like to think of medicinal mushrooms as a natural way to help us navigate the holiday season with a little more ease, balance, and joy. Read on as we dive into our top 3 mushies for festive season flow.

Man by the ocean drinking a cup of medicinal mushrooms

Do Medicinal Mushrooms Break a Fast?

A question we get asked a lot is ‘will medicinal mushrooms break my fast?’ We’re here to serve so in this post we’ll dive into our approach to intermittent fasting and working with medicinal mushrooms!
Orange Immunity | 10 Ways to Support Your Natural Immunity | Medicinal Mushrooms

10 Ways to Support Your Natural Immunity

Winter, a time for rest and rejuvenation, is the season that invites us to put our self-care practices to work building a strong internal foundation from which to thrive across the cooler months. Read on to discover our top 10 tips to naturally boost your immunity and inner defences.
Whole Mushrooms vs extract powders

Medicinal Mushroom Extracts vs Whole Powders

Have you come across whole ground medicinal mushrooms and wondered how they differ from extracts? Whole ground medicinal mushrooms or non-extracted medicinal mushrooms may seem like a great choice, but the reality is they have no bioavailable ingredients at all, and in this journal entry we'll break down why.
Turkey Tail Mushroom for Immune Support | Turkey Tail Mushroom Australia

Medicinal Mushrooms for Immune Health

For thousands of years, medicinal mushrooms have been used across ancient cultures for their healing and regenerative properties helping to boost immune defences. Today, due to increasing scientific validation, medicinal mushrooms are becoming popular tools for the modern immune support arsenal. Read on to discover how they work to support our inner defences and our top immune supporting mushrooms. 
Adaptogens, Natural Remedies for Managing Stress

Adaptogens, Natural Remedies for Managing Stress

Adaptogens are natural remedies for stress that couldn’t be better suited to modern times. Helping the body restore balance and adapt to stress, adaptogens move us closer to a state of equilibrium to help harmonise mind, body and spirit. Many medicinal mushrooms are adaptogens and this is one of the reasons we love them so much! Read on to discover how adaptogens work and the benefits you might notice when working with them.