Plant magic derived from modern science
Adaptogens and medicinal mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat a wide range of health conditions including stress and anxiety. During the past century, the health effects of these intelligent plants have been studied and proven by numerous clinical studies in the west, which have turned them into a no-brainer for an optimised life in the modern world. Let's dive deep into the latest research together.
Our ingredients
Learn more about the science behind each herb and mushroom, active compounds, extraction techniques and testing methods used to ensure potency and purity. Yes, we are very geeky about these things.
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Astragalus is a widely used herb in traditional Chinese medicine for fortifying qi and enhancing immune function. Except its adaptogenic properties which help the body regulate stress levels and reduce fatigue, research also shows that Astragalus support the immune system by stimulating the production of white blood cells, which help fight infections and disease. The active compounds, such as astragaloside IV, have also been found to fight inflammation by inhibiting the activity of certain inflammatory enzymes and reducing the production of inflammatory molecules in the body. The herb also support heart health by lowering blood pressure and improving blood flow.
Found in blend: Immunity
Parts used: 5:1 root extract with 0.5% astragalosides
Method: Wild harvested
Sourcing region: Gansu Province, China
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Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. Research show that Ashwagandha help regulate the body's stress response by balancing the activity of the HPA axis through the reduction of stress hormones such as cortisol, which reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. Studies also show that Ashwagandha have neuroprotective properties that support focus, memory and overall cognitive function.
Found in blend: Chill
Parts used:
- 10:1 root extract with 5% withanolides.
- Whole powder from root.
Active compounds: Alkaloids, steroidal lactones, withanolides (A-D and Z), withaferin A, saponins, ashwagandhanolide and withanolide sulfoxide.
Method: Organic
Sourcing region: Rajasthan, India
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Bacopa, also known as Brahmi, has traditionally been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. Some of the most well known research suggest that Bacopa has neuroprotective properties and enhances memory, learning ability and information processing speed. It is believed that improved memory happens through the plant's ability to increase the release of acetylcholine, which is a key neurotransmitter for memory and learning.
Research also show that Bacopa can improve attention and concentration, both in healthy individuals as well as those with ADHD. Bacopa increase the activity of certain neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and serotonin, which are involved in regulating attention and concentration.
Found in blend: Focus
Parts used:Β Extract from whole plant with 40% bacosides
Method: Organic
Sourcing region: Rajasthan, India
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Cacao is not only rich in antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress and inflammation, but also contain Theobromine which is a stimulant similar to caffeine, but with a less stressful impact on the nervous system. Theobromine, flavanols, phenylethylamine and anandamide in cacao makes it a powerful in boosting focus, memory and attention but also mood.
Our cacao is 100% Criollo cacao, a type of cacao considered to be of the highest quality in the world. It accounts for only 5-10% of the world's cacao production.
Found in blend: Focus
Parts used:Β Extracted seeds from 100% raw criollo beans
Due to world shortages of cacao in 2024 our products produced this year (batch 10/25) are made with 70% raw criollo beans and 30% raw beans from other cacao variants.
Method: Organic
Sourcing region: Peru
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Chaga is a mushroom that grows on birch trees in cold regions like Russia, Korea and parts of Europe. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly in China, Korea and Siberia for its potential to modulate the immune systeml. It is well studied for it's anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and antitumor effects.
Found in blends: Chill, Focus and Immunity
Parts used: 8:1 extract from conk with >10% polysaccharides, >1% triterpenoids and >3% polyphenols. Chaga doesn't have a fruiting body so the black conk we see is actually a mass of mycelium
Active compounds: Betulinic acids, beta (1,3)-(1,6)-D-glucans, triterpenes, inotodiol, melanin, superoxide dismutase, ergosterol peroxide, lanosterol
Sourcing region: Siberia
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Cordyceps Sinensis is a mushroom used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. It is known for it's ability to boost energy and reduce mental fatigue by improving oxygen utilization and increasing ATP production in the body.
Research also show that Cordyceps have immunomodulatory effects, meaning it can help regulate and support the immune system. It is also known to support cardiovascular and respiratory helath.
Found in blend: Focus
Parts used: 20:1 extract from fruiting body with >40% beta glucans, >0.5% adenosine
Active compounds: Beta (1,3)-(1,6)-D-glucans, adenosine, organic acids, phenolic acids, tocopherols
Sourcing region: Gansu, China
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Curcumin is a compound found in the turmeric plant and is known for its bright yellow color. Western science confirms that turmeric is a first-rate anti-inflammatory, it contains at least two chemicals, curcumin and curcuminoids, that act to decrease inflammation linked to inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.
Found in blend: Immunity
Parts used:Β Extract from Tumeric root with 95% curcumin
Active compounds:Β Curcumin and Curcuminoid
Sourcing region:Β Kerala, India
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Our ginger extract is packed full of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds (gingerols, shogaols, and paradols), known to prevent the generation of free radicals.
Found in blend: Immunity
Parts used:Β Extract from ginger root with 5% gingerols
Active compounds:Β Gingerols, shogaols and paradols
Sourcing region:Β Kerala, India
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Traditionally used in Eastern medicine to enhance concentration, memory and energy levels. Research studies show that Gotu Kola have a positive effect on overall cognitive function, including memory, learning and attention. It is also reported that it can help reduce anxiety, stress and mental fatigue.
Found in blend: Focus
Parts used:Β Extract from the whole plant with 20% asiaticosides
Active compounds:Β Asiaticoside and asiatic acid
Method: Organic
Sourcing region:Β Rajasthan, India
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Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, is an adaptogenic herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It is well known for its pronounced effects on the nervous system, traditionally used as an anxiolytic and nervine to reduce stress, anxiety, tension and help those that ingest the herb to relax without feeling sleepy. Holy Basil help reduce stress and anxiety by reducing cortisol levels and by modulating neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine, which are both associated with mood and anxiety.
Found in blend: Chill
Parts used:Β Whole powder from leaf
Active compounds:Β Eugenol, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, oleanolic acid, beta-caryophyllene
Sourcing region:Β Rajasthan, India
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Lion's Mane is a mushroom used in traditional medicine in both China and Japan for thousands of years for its neuroprotective properties. Research show that Lion's Mane support cognitive function by improving as memory and focus.
Lion's Mane support neurogenesis, which is process by which new neurons are formed in the brain, by increasing nerve growth factor (NGF) levels, a protein that is essential for the growth and survival of neurons. The mushroom have also been found to stimulate the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), another protein that is essential for the growth and survival of neurons.
Found in blend: Focus
Parts used:
- 20:1 extract from fruiting body with >40% beta glucans
- Whole powder from fruiting body with 2% polysaccarides.
Active compounds: Hericenones, erinacines and beta (1-3)(1-6)-D-glucans
Method: Organic
Sourcing region: Fujian Province, China
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L-theanine is a unique amino acid found in green tea leaves that is known for its ability to reduce stress, anxiety and promotion of relaxation without causing drowsiness. Studies present that L-Theanine modulate alpha activity (the state of wakeful rest), which provide the calming effects on the mind and improve sleep quality and depth. L-theanine also have properties that promote cognitive function, such as memory, learning attention and reaction time.
Found in blend:Β Chill
Parts used: 150:1 extract from green tea leaf
Active compounds:Β L-theanine
Method: Conventional
Sourcing region:Β Zhejiang Province, China
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Maitake is a medicinal mushroom that has been used in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine for centuries. The different polysaccharide fractions isolated from Maitake possess various bioactive effects such as immunomodulation, antitumor, antivirus, antidiabetic and anti-inflammation. In recent years, an increasing number of studies have attributed or linked the health and therapeutic effects of Maitake polysaccharides to their capacity for modifying gut microbiota. Maitake also have interesting neuroprotective properties with studies showing its ability to improve memory, learning and protection from brain degeneration.
Found in blend: Focus and Immunity
Parts used:
- 20:1 extract from fruiting body with >40% beta glucans.
- Whole powder from fruiting body with 2% polysaccarides.
Active compounds: Beta (1,3)-(1,6)-D-glucans, MD-fraction, X-fraction, Grifolan, MZ-fraction and MT-Ξ±-glucan
Method: Organic
Sourcing region: Fujian Province, China
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Piperine, or black pepper extract, is an alkaloid extensively studied for its ability to increase bioavailability in other plants and nutrients. It's used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its stimulating and anti-inflammatory properties.
Found in blend: Immunity
Parts used: Extract from dried fruits of black pepper with 95% piperine
Active compounds:Β Piperine
Method: Organic
Sourcing region: Uttar Pradesh, India
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Reishi is known as the mushroom of immortality and longevity, one of the most popular traditional medicines throughout Asia. It has been used for medicinal purposes for over 2000 yers. The attributed health benefits of Reishi include its modulation of the immune system, control over blood sugar levels, heart tonic, anti-inflammatory circulatory stimulant and a general health tonic.
Except its powerful effects on the immune system, Reishi is also classified as an adaptogen due to its ability to reduce cortisol levels in the body and thus help reduce stress, anxiety and improve sleep.
Found in blend: Chill and Immunity
Parts used:
- 35:1 extract from fruiting body with >30% beta glucans and >3% triterpenes
- Extract from spores with >4% triterpenes
- Whole powder from fruiting body with 2% polysaccarides
Active compounds: Beta (1,3)-(1,6)-D-glucans, triterpenes, ganoderic acid and ganodermic acid
Method: Organic
Sourcing region: Fujian Province, China
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Stevia is a plant that produces a sweet compound known as steviol glycoside, which is commonly used as a natural sweetener. We add a very small hint of stevia extract to all blends to balance out the bitterness from the mushrooms. We use a Reb A extract of the stevia leaf which is considered to be one of the most potent steviol glycosides. Some research has suggested that Reb A may have additional health benefits beyond its use as a sweetener, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Found in blend: Chill, Focus and Immunity.
Parts used: Extract from leaf with 98% rebaudioside-A.
Method: Conventional
Sourcing region: Shandong Province, China
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Trikatu is a traditional combination of ginger, long and black pepper. In Sanskrit Tri means three and Katu means pungent, so this is a combination of three pungents called Trikatu. Trikatu promotes appetite and aids healthy digestion. The active constituents present in Trikatu stimulate digestive enzyme responsible for healthy digestion. The herbs stimulate the liver to secrete bile which is vital for fat digestion and absorption. All three spices are hot in potency and effective against both digestive and respiratory illness.
Found in blend: Immunity
Parts used:Β Whole powder from root and dried fruits
Active compounds:Β Gingerols, shogaols, piperine, piperlongumine
Method: Organic
Sourcing region:Β Uttar Pradesh, India
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Turkey Tail is widely prescribed for the prophylaxis and treatment of immune deficiencies, cancer and infection in China. In recent years, it has been extensively demonstrated both preclinically and clinically that extracts obtained from Turkey Tail display a wide array of biological activities, including stimulatory effects on different immune cells and inhibition of cancer growth.
Found in blend: Immunity
Parts used: 20:1 extract from fruiting body with >40% beta glucans
Active compounds: Beta (1,3)-(1,6)-D-glucans and other polysaccharide-peptide complexes
Method: Organic and wild harvested
Sourcing region: Fujian Province, China
WTF are medicinal mushrooms? Are they magic?
Medicinal mushrooms are an intelligent group of fungi that have been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. They're not psychedelic or what people know as "magic mushrooms", but they do have powerful properties which yet make them magic. An increasing number of scientific studies are being conducted on this group of fungi proving their promising effects on the body and mind, including immune support, reducing inflammation, stress, anxiety, improving sleep, cognitive health and heart health. Some of the mushrooms we use are Chaga, Lion's Mane, Reishi, Maitake and Cordyceps Militaris, and we're simply obsessed by their ability to work with our biology for optimized health.
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