Journal

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.

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. 

The chocolate season is upon us. Easter can be a time where we let ourselves over-indulge maybe a little more than we wanted to! This quick recipe delivers on decadence while still being a healthier easter egg alternative with natural sweetness from the honey and an energy and immune buzz from the Cordyceps, Turkey Tail and Bee Pollen.

Each medicinal mushroom has its own qualities and healing benefits which give us clues as to the best time of day to enjoy them. By being mindful of this we’re able to flow with the natural arc or rhythm of the day, supported by a mushie that we might be working with at times when it’s best suited to do so. Read on as we dive into which mushies we most enjoy in the morning versus the evening to make the most of their individual properties.

Key to our longevity, healthy brain function opens the door to our highest potential mentally and physically and this desire for optimal performance has seen the popularity of nootropics rise to new heights. In this article we dive into the world of natural nootropics and our two brain-boosting shrooms Lion's Mane and Tremella.

We like to think of sleep as overnight therapy for body and mind, yet restful sleep doesn't always come easy. In this journal entry we dive into two of the main causes of sleep disruption and how working with Reishi and Lion's Mane can help support your passage to peaceful sleep. 

The hazy cloud of brain fog can often descend at the most inopportune times, with feelings of mental fatigue, slow and muddied thoughts, lack of motivation and creativity all proving telltale signs of this temporary or lasting state of diminished cognitive function. In this journal entry we dive into Lion's Mane's neuroprotective benefits and its value as a tool to help manage brain fog.

Cordyceps has a legacy with individuals looking to elevate their athletic performance. This super shroom is known for naturally boosting physical energy production and performance, and reducing fatigue, allowing you to get more out of your workout session. Lace up your kicks as we dive into Cordyceps' incredible energy-enhancing potential, the research that validates this, and how to integrate this mushie into your pre-workout routine.

We’re all about nourishing our adaptive energy reserves. In this journal entry we dive into adaptive energy, what it is, why it's crucial for optimum health, and the best medicinal mushrooms to support you adaptive energy reserves.

Sweet, spicy, and perfect for summer, this easy tonic recipe is loaded with immune boosting benefits and is on high rotation for us at the moment!

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. 

Energy is the currency of life and something many of us wish we had more of. Low energy can feel like you’re battling through life with a weighted vest. 

Conversely when we are primed with energy and have internal reserves to draw from, we are given the opportunity to make the most of every day moving from one task to the next with a sense of vigour and focus.

Many medicinal mushrooms are prized adaptogens and can be utilised to help balance the body and promote our own production of energy. In this journal entry we dive into our top 3 medicinal mushrooms for energy support.