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With an overwhelming influx of functional mushroom supplements saturating the market, it can be difficult to choose which type of supplement is right for you. There are many different extraction processes that lead to different end results. Each mushroom is unique and requires different extraction methods to get the most value from the extraction. For Lion’s Mane, full-spectrum unfiltered fruiting body extracts are the best form of supplements for daily use because they include 100% of the beneficial compounds contained within the mushrooms. Unlike other functional mushrooms, Lion’s Mane is made up of mostly insoluble beta-glucan. Liquid extracts are low in beneficial beta-glucans since the starting material, and the bioactive compounds within, are filtered out. These extracts contain very little valuable compounds - that’s why liquid extract manufacturers tend to exclude beta-glucan test results. Our 1:1 hot water extract is unfiltered, so it is very high in beta-glucan (>30%) and contains alcohol-soluble compounds. This makes it very useful not only for metabolic and immune support, but also for general nootropic use.
Here at Mother Mycelium, we are a fully vertically integrated operation. We always use Mother Mycelium grown mushrooms and perform 100% of the processing in house. This ensures we maintain full control over the entire process. From spore to mushroom powder, every aspect of our process is carefully designed and executed. We also test our products for purity (no heavy metals or microbes) and potency (1,3 1,6 beta-glucan) so there is no question that our products are of the highest quality.
Our Lion’s Mane mushrooms are dried immediately after harvest to ensure maximum freshness and potency. The dried mushrooms are blended into a slurry or paste to maximize surface area and extraction efficiency. This mushroom paste is then simmered at a low temperature for up to 4 hours to break down the mushroom cell wall and unlock more of the beneficial compounds and soluble fibers from the mushroom tissue. After this hot water extraction process, the mushroom paste is then freeze dried and ground into a fine powder. Nothing is filtered out - our extracts contain the whole mushroom fruiting body in a bioavailable form. This process produces an extremely fine mushroom powder that dissolves in hot or cold liquids and has a neutral flavor.
This extraction process results in a well-rounded mushroom extract that is great for daily use. Our Lion’s Mane extract contains soluble fiber and insoluble mushroom fibers to give you the full immune benefit from the mushrooms. Chitin and other insoluble mushroom fibers support the immune system and reduce inflammation as they make their way through the digestive tract. Much of this prebiotic and immune supporting fiber is not included in liquid extract since the insoluble mushroom tissue is discarded. By ingesting the whole mushroom in a bioavailable form, you are receiving the full spectrum of compounds in their natural ratios.
Liquid extracts contain low amounts of beta-glucan and are not in line with the current clinical studies on Lion’s Mane. Our unfiltered extract powder is packed with beneficial compounds and maintains a more natural and full spectrum biochemical profile than liquid forms. This process is intentionally designed for functional mushroom users that prefer whole-food supplements made from premium quality USA-grown mushrooms and packed with valuable compounds.
Regardless of the form of your functional mushroom supplement, it is crucial to choose products made by reputable manufacturers who prioritize quality and transparency in their production processes. Many brands outsource their mushrooms from overseas and are mainly focused on profit. Here at Mother Mycelium, we are dedicated to quality, and we offer 100% transparency about our processes and products. Our 3rd party lab test results are available to the public so there is no question about the value of our extracts.
Find more information at the following sources:
https://mushroomreferences.com/
https://www.mushroom-education.org/
The above statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.