Why Mushroom Sourcing Matters
Where a mushroom comes from affects what’s in the bottle. This article explains why sourcing matters, cultivated versus wild, and the questions to ask.
The Spore & Bloom Library
Notes on the science, traditions and cultivation behind functional mushrooms, from the people who make Spore & Bloom.
How Much Alcohol Is in a Mushroom Tincture?
Mushroom tinctures contain alcohol. This article explains why, how to find out how much, who should think twice and the alcohol-free alternatives.
Fruiting Body Mushroom Extracts: What Buyers Should Know
“Fruiting body” has become a mark of quality. This buyer’s guide explains what it means, why it matters, how to check a product and why it...
Mushroom Tincture vs Capsules vs Powder
Tincture, capsules or powder? This article compares the three formats side by side, and explains what matters more than the format itself.
Mushroom Science
Oyster Mushroom Compounds Explained
Oyster mushrooms are nutritious food with several compounds of research interest. This article introduces ergothioneine, beta-glucans, nutrients and sterols, and how they behave in extraction.
Mushroom Science
Chaga Compounds Explained
Chaga’s chemistry reflects its life on birch. This article introduces its melanin, polysaccharides, triterpenes and birch-related compounds, and explains its high oxalate content.
Mushroom Science
Cordyceps Compounds and Chemistry Explained
Cordyceps militaris has a distinctive chemistry. This article introduces its nucleosides, including cordycepin, polysaccharides, sterols and carotenoids, and how they behave in extraction.
Mushroom Science
Cordycepin Explained
Cordycepin is the compound most associated with Cordyceps militaris. This article explains what it is, where it’s found, how it’s extracted and how to read cordycepin...
Mushroom Science
Reishi Research: How to Read the Evidence
Reishi is one of the most studied mushrooms, yet its research is hard to interpret. This research summary explains the study types, why comparisons are difficult...
Mushroom Science
Reishi Compounds Explained: Triterpenes, Polysaccharides and More
Reishi’s two headline groups of compounds, triterpenes and polysaccharides, behave very differently. This article introduces both, plus other compounds, and why they matter for extraction.
Mushroom Science
Lion's Mane Compounds Explained: Hericenones, Erinacines and Beta-Glucans
Lion’s Mane contains compounds found in few other organisms. This article introduces hericenones, erinacines, beta-glucans and more, and where each ends up in an extract.
Mushroom Science
How to Judge the Quality of a Mushroom Study
Not all studies are equally reliable. This article gives you a practical seven-point checklist for judging the quality of a mushroom study.