Good questions
The things people ask us at the booth
How will it make me feel?
It depends which one you take. Lion's Mane leaves most people clear-headed and more focused, with less of that midday fog. Reishi helps you feel balanced and settled, not drowsy or knocked out. Turkey Tail, Chaga, and Trifecta work on your gut and immune system over time, more about balance than a buzz.
How soon will I notice anything?
With Lion's Mane and Reishi, a lot of people notice something the same day. The gut and immune ones work quieter, so give those a few weeks. Either way it builds. The people who get the most out of it are the ones who take it every day and stay with it.
What does it taste like?
For most people the Lion's Mane tastes good: sweet with a little tart edge, a bit like tamarind or a mild balsamic. All of them are easy to take. If you don't love the taste of one, put it right into a drink and you're set.
How do I take it?
With Lion's Mane and Reishi, hold 1ml under your tongue for 30 to 60 seconds. Chaga, Turkey Tail, and Trifecta are better stirred into a glass of cold water or any drink. Some people add theirs to food, though I'd steer you to a drink. Whatever gets you taking it consistently.
How much do I take?
One 1ml serving is the standard, and most people take it first thing in the morning. That is four pumps. On a day with more demand you can go up to 3ml. Start at 1ml, stay there a while, and see how it sits before you change anything.
Can I put it in my coffee?
Cold water is the better call. Heat breaks down the compounds, so a hot cup works against the extract. Stir it into a cold drink or take it under your tongue, and have your coffee after. Plenty of people on Lion's Mane find they reach for less coffee anyway.
Should I take it in the morning or at night?
Lion's Mane goes in the morning. It reads as clear focus rather than a stimulant, so it sets up your day. Reishi is the evening one, taken before bed. The gut and immune ones are not time-sensitive, so take those whenever you will actually remember. If you want both ends of the day covered, that pairing is the
Day & Night Shroom Stack.
Where do the mushrooms come from?
Lion's Mane we grow ourselves in New Smyrna, Florida. Reishi is half and half: our partners in Michigan wild-forage one half, and the other half we grow ourselves from a wild Florida strain we found and cloned. Chaga and Turkey Tail are wild-foraged in Michigan by partner wildcrafters we know by name. Every extract is made from wildcrafted North American mushrooms, whole fruiting bodies only.
When will my order arrive?
Extracts ship in 1 to 3 business days, and shipping is free over $40. Fresh mushrooms are a different story. Those are farmers market pickup only and we never ship them. If you want fresh, come find us at one of our three Central Florida markets.
How does the subscription work?
You pick your size and it arrives on a schedule, so you never run out partway through. Pause or skip anytime from your account. Subscribers also get first notice on small-batch and seasonal extracts before those go out to everyone else.
Can I give it to my pet?
I give my own dog Lion's Mane extract with his food every day. For pets in general, most people reach for Turkey Tail and Reishi. One rule: never give Chaga to dogs. It's high in oxalic acid, so keep Chaga to the two-legged members of the family.
Is it safe for everyone?
These mushrooms are generally considered safe. If you have a mushroom allergy, you should avoid this extract. If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication, check with your physician before use.
Why do people reach for Turkey Tail for immune support?
It is one of the most researched mushrooms for immune support, and it works by balancing rather than overpowering. That is the part people miss. The goal is a steady immune system, not a cranked-up one, and Turkey Tail supports your gut along the way.
Chaga is technically not a mushroom; it is a sterile conk on birch trees.
Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.