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Once an enigma, medicinal mushrooms have soared in popularity as researchers have unlocked the secrets behind their age-old health benefits. With increased demand comes increased supply, and more and more manufacturers are bringing their own mushroom supplements, especially mushroom coffee beverages, to the market. This is both good and bad for consumers–there are plenty of options out there, but not all of them are good.  So, how can you tell if a mushroom coffee is any good? And what do you need to look for in a mushroom coffee supplement to ensure you’re getting the most health benefits? Lucky for...

Nootropics, often called “smart drugs,” are substances believed to enhance cognitive performance, memory, focus, creativity, energy, and processing speeds in healthy adults. But which nootropics actually work? While individual results vary, certain nootropics like Alpha GPC, Lion's Mane, Ginkgo Biloba, and creatine have shown promise for improving memory, focus, and mental clarity. In this article, we’ll compare some of the most popular natural nootropics like Alpha GPC vs Lion's Mane and explore popular nootropic combinations like Alpha GPC and Ginkgo Biloba. Plus, we'll cover the research on some of the most common nootropics, like caffeine and ginseng.If you’re curious about...

Mushrooms are mysterious little creatures–neither plant nor animal, but so incredibly necessary and useful for our ecosystem. In the wild, mushrooms grow in complex, webbed patterns beneath the forest floor and sends signals to surrounding plants, helping them exchange nutrients and water. In captivity, mushrooms make for nutritious food and powerful medicinal supplements. As unique as the mushroom kingdom is–so are the stages of mushroom growth. Whether you want to grow mushrooms on your own or just understand a bit more about these magical little creatures, you’ll want to understand the stages of a mushrooms' life cycle. Here, we’ll break...

Nootropics, often referred to as “smart drugs,” are quickly gaining popularity as a way to keep up with the demands of today’s society. Many nootropics are designed to support cognitive function, prevent age-related cognitive decline, or improve memory. Some nootropics may even help improve working memory and focus, helping you zone in on important tasks to get more done.  If increased concentration is what you’re after, these nootropic focus enhancers are what you need. So, how do they work? And which nootropics focus supplements are best? Here’s what you should know: Table of Contents What are Nootropics? How Do Nootropics...