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What are the benefits of the reishi and lion's mane blend?

Organic dual extracts for calm, mind, and inner harmony:

• Dual extracts from reishi and lion's mane fruiting bodies
  • Obtained by the traditional method of hot water and ethanol to preserve all active substances.
• Without fillers and additives
  • Pure composition without binders, artificial substances, and unnecessary admixtures.
• Contains triterpenes, polysaccharides, hericenones, and beta-glucans
  • Natural active components of both mushrooms for a comprehensive effect.
• Tradition and purpose in one recipe
  • Reishi (“mushroom of the spirit”) and hericium (“mushroom of priests”) in harmonious synergy.
• Suitable for vegans, gluten-free, lactose-free, soy-free, and GMO-free
  • Plant-based capsules, ideal even for sensitive individuals.
• Products Mushrooms For Life
  • Mushrooms For Life is a British brand that connects functional mushrooms, science, and tradition. All products are created under strict quality control, with an emphasis on purity and effectiveness.

Try their vital mushrooms and see for yourself!

Discover the Mushrooms in Myco-Zen - Hericium

• Use by Buddhist monks: In traditional Buddhist practices, Hericium was reportedly consumed by monks to enhance their ability to focus during meditation. Its properties supporting mental clarity made it a spiritual aid.
• Samurai and Lion's Mane Tea: During feudal Japan, samurai drank Hericium tea before battle as part of rituals to enhance perception and mental strength.
• Nerve Health Research in Japan: Japanese scientists are intensely studying hericenones and erinacines, compounds unique to Hericium, which have the potential to stimulate the nerve growth factor (NGF), crucial for nervous system health. Thanks to these studies, Japan has become a center for Lion's Mane research.
• Rare Culinary Delicacy: In some parts of Europe and North America, Lion's Mane is a prized delicacy due to its seafood-like texture, often compared to crab or lobster meat. Among gatherers, it is known as the "shaggy mushroom" due to its fluffy appearance.

Discover the Mushrooms in Myco-Zen - Reishi

• Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is known as the “mushroom of immortality” – an adaptogen with a long tradition that contributes to mental calm and balance.
• Reishi and Japanese Nobility: In Japan, Reishi is known as "mannentake", meaning “mushroom of 10,000 years”. Historically, this mushroom was reserved for emperors and nobility due to its rarity and supposed life-extending properties. It was so rare that only one in 10,000 wild-growing Reishi mushrooms was considered “imperial quality”.
• Reishi as a Symbol of Longevity: In Chinese culture, Reishi appears in art, including paintings and sculptures, as a symbol of longevity, health, and spiritual immortality. It is often mentioned in Taoist texts as a divine herb.
• Spore Collection in Modern Times: Reishi spores are considered even more potent than the fruiting bodies. Today, in China, during large-scale mushroom cultivation, spores are covered with nets during collection to capture them without contamination. Processing these spores into a bioavailable form involves advanced technologies to break their hard chitin shell.

Sources of the Mushrooms For Life Brand

• Mushrooms For Life with organic farms in the heart of Chinese nature, where mushrooms have their natural homes.
• Reishi comes from the Longquan area, lion's mane from Qingyuan – and other mushrooms like cordyceps or chaga from equally pure, mountainous regions.
• Cultivation takes place in conditions that most closely mimic the environment of wild-growing mushrooms, without unnecessary interventions.
• Thanks to the connection of traditional Chinese medicine and modern gentle processing, products are created that retain the full spectrum of active substances, purity, and natural strength.
• Myco Blend mixes were created in collaboration with mushroom experts. The goal is to combine the complementary effects of individual species for comprehensive functional nutrition.
• Myco‑Zen combines only two mushrooms – each in its purest form. It relies on functional synergy, purity, and consistency. An ideal choice for those who want to have functional mushrooms as a natural part of their daily routine.

Why Choose Mushroom For Life

The company Mushrooms For Life was founded in 2011 by naturopath and author Martin Powell with a single goal – to make the healing abilities of medicinal mushrooms accessible to everyone who wants to support their health naturally. From the very beginning, the brand has focused on offering only the most effective extracts and blends, so people can easily incorporate them into their daily lives.

A key pillar that distinguishes Mushrooms For Life from the competition is an uncompromising emphasis on raw material quality. All products are made from organically grown mushrooms, carefully selected in regions of China, where the tradition of cultivation and extraction dates back thousands of years. As a result, they contain the full spectrum of bioactive substances and can offer maximum effectiveness and purity confirmed by DNA analyses.

Today, the brand is backed by practitioners and educators Graham Botfield and Ben Shouler, who continue Powell's visionary work. Their passion for “forest medicine” is reflected in the continuous expansion of the range and in the open sharing of knowledge, so everyone can support their vitality, immunity, and mental well-being with the help of natural mushrooms.

Maximum Effectiveness

Full-spectrum Pure Grade extracts with high polysaccharide and triterpene content, whose quality is verified by DNA analysis of each batch.

100% Organic & Soil Association

The entire portfolio is certified by Soil Association Organic; the exception is Turkey Tail, which is collected as wildcrafted material from the wild.

Ethical Cultivation & Transparent Origin

Long-term cooperation with family farms in China and gentle collection from the wild ensure fair compensation for growers and traceability of each batch.

Miron Glass Zero-Waste Packaging

Premium purple glass Miron® with a recyclable aluminum lid protects sensitive bioactive substances from light, extends shelf life, and minimizes plastic waste.

Composition

Complete Composition

Organic extract from reishi fruiting body (Ganoderma lucidum) – 400 mg, organic extract from lion's mane fruiting body (Hericium erinaceus) – 400 mg, vegetable capsule (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose).

Dosage

• Recommended daily dose: 2 capsules, 1–3 times a day.
• Method of use: With food or on an empty stomach – according to preference.
• The capsule can be opened and the contents mixed into a drink or smoothie.

Additional Information

• Without fillers.
• Non-GMO, gluten-free, lactose-free, soy-free.
• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Warning

• This is a dietary supplement.
• Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• The product is not intended as a substitute for a varied diet and is not intended for diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease.
• The minimum shelf life date is indicated on the packaging.

FAQ

How soon will I see the effects?

Effects are individual and often manifest after several weeks of regular use.

Is it suitable to take it in the evening?

Yes, many people include it in their evening routine – it does not cause fatigue but helps tune into a calmer mode.

Can I combine it with other supplements?

Yes, it combines well with L-theanine, magnesium, ashwagandha or B vitamins.

If I don't like taking capsules - is there another way to use the product?

Yes, if you don't like capsules, you can open them and mix the powder into a smoothie, tea, or other favorite drink. The active ingredients remain the same – you just choose the form that suits you better.

If you prefer the powdered form directly, we also offer Myco‑Zen in loose powder form.

Why isn't it enough that the product is labeled as “full spectrum”?

The label full spectrum may sound great, but it often hides products made mainly from mycelium – the underground part of the mushroom, which does not have as many active substances as the fruiting body. Some manufacturers use this term to mislead, and the customer thinks they are buying the best.

In reality, the most effective are extracts from fruiting bodies, which contain more beta-glucans and other beneficial substances. Always verify what the product is made from and whether it states the specific content of active ingredients.

How do I recognize a quality mushroom extract?

A truly effective extract:

• Is made from fruiting bodies,

• has a verified beta-glucan content,

• is produced by hot water or dual extraction,

• is tested for purity and comes from organic cultivation.

• Suspiciously high polysaccharide content without specifying components often indicates the presence of fillers.

What makes the Mushrooms for Life brand stand out?

Mushrooms for Life:

• Uses only certified organic extracts from traditional regions (China, Siberia),

• guarantees transparent composition and high active ingredient content,

• offers professional quality in the Pure Grade line, commonly used by therapists,

• applies an ethical and sustainable approach to cultivation.

Who is behind the brand?

The brand was founded by Martin Powell, an expert in TCM and author of books on vital mushrooms. Along with him, Graham Botfield (microbiome specialist) and Ben Shouler (naturopath and founder of Planet Paleo) are involved in the development.

Their common goal is to create products of the highest quality with an emphasis on effectiveness and tradition.