Wellness: anti aging mushroom

Nature's Architect: The Artists Letting Mycelium Design Itself

We tend to think of fungi in two ways: something found in the forest, or something in a supplement capsule. But a growing global movement of designers, architects, and artists is revealing a third ...

Guide to Growing Lion’s Mane at Home (Step-by-Step)

Growing Lion’s Mane at home might sound complicated at first, I thought the same. But once I understood the process, it became something surprisingly repeatable. And more importantly, it gave me a...

Hericenones and erinacines explained

If you've spent any time researching Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus), you've almost certainly encountered the words hericenones and erinacines. They appear on product labels, in wellness articles,...

How to Tell if Mushroom Extracts Are High Quality (and Why Organic Matters)

Walk into any health food store or browse online supplement retailers, and you'll encounter dozens of mushroom extracts. All promise premium quality. Many display "organic" certifications. Yet pric...

Reishi Mushroom in Traditional Medicine

From ancient Chinese pharmacopoeia to Japanese royalty — how Reishi was classified, prepared, and used for centuries before modern research began investigating its compounds.

Reishi: The "Mushroom of Immortality" in Ancient Traditions

For 2,000 years, Chinese emperors reserved Reishi for royalty. Explore why Lingzhi earned its title, how it was used in TCM, and what modern science says about those traditions.

What Are Functional Mushrooms? A Complete Guide

An in-depth guide explaining what functional mushrooms are, their key types (Lion's Mane, Cordyceps, Reishi and Chaga), and how they're traditionally used versus modern interest. 

Cordyceps in Athletic Traditions: From Tibetan Yak Herders to Modern Performance

How an ancient mushroom discovered by nomadic herders became a cornerstone of modern wellness routines High in the oxygen-thin air of the Tibetan plateau, yak herders first noticed something rema...

The Hidden "Longevity Vitamin" Found in Functional Mushrooms

Buddhist monks consumed it for 1,000 years. Tibetan herders credited it with superhuman endurance. Now, breakthrough 2024 research reveals why ergothioneine - a "longevity vitamin" found only in mu...

Lion's Mane Extract: Traditional Use and Modern Quality Standards

Published by Mycogenius | Reading time: 8 minutes Lion's Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) stands out in the world of functional mushrooms not just for its distinctive, cascading white appearance,...

Clear the Fog: Natural Ways to Enhance Mental Clarity and Focus

June 2025 Introduction: Why Mental Clarity Matters More Than Ever If you've ever found yourself staring blankly at your screen, forgetting simple tasks, or struggling to focus, you're not alone. B...

Unlocking the Power of Cordyceps for Male Fertility

This comprehensive blog post delves into the potential benefits of Cordyceps for male fertility, supported by recent scientific studies. It highlights how Cordyceps may increase sperm count, reduce...

The Ancient Origins of Mushroom Cultivation and Its Global Evolution

Mushrooms have been intricately woven into human culture for thousands of years, serving as food, medicine, and spiritual tools across various civilisations. While functional mushrooms are now a gl...

Exploring the World of Fungi: How to Use Functional Mushrooms for Optimal Health

Explore the magic of Reishi, Cordyceps and Lion's Mane, unraveling the secrets behind their rising popularity of the Functional Mushroom Revolution.