Functional Mushroom Guide
In this blog, we'll discuss the purpose of alcohol in our mushroom tinctures. Not only is alcohol an important component of our tinctures, it's a fundamental ingredient. We'll discuss the difference between fungi and herbs, the solubility of mushroom compounds including triterpenes, why alcohol is imperative to our formula, and alternatives to try if alcohol is not for you.
You’ve got reishi questions, I’ve got reishi answers! There are vast ecological factors that exist when it comes to sustainably harvesting reishi. In this blog I'll share my field observations, discuss the best time and how to pick North American Reishi, and more. I will show you how to confidently harvest your heart out while leaving a positive impact on our forests at large.
What's better, mycelium or fruiting body? If you're looking for a straight answer, we don't have one for you. The truth is more nuanced than the media wants you to believe. In this blog we offer a Wildcrafter's take on the mycelium vs fruiting body debate.
Lion's Mane is taking the world by storm. Let's talk about the health benefits of Lion's Mane. We'll also cover the history and ecology of Lion's Mane Mushroom. This is one supplement you don't want to miss out on!
As a witness to those helped by Turkey Tail, I can attest that its benefits are verifiable and powerful. However, as a forestry mycologist, I feel compelled to share a word of advice. The most clinically researched mushroom on Earth is also the most frequently mis-identified mushroom on the market.
In this blog we'll discuss Artist's Conk Mushroom, a member of the Ganoderma (Reishi) family. We'll discuss artist's conk for the respiratory system, immune system, pain management, libido, liver and kidney and more. We'll also cover how to harvest your own artist's conk and how to tell if the specimen is suitable for ingestion.

