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What are Beta-Glucans and why are they importent?

By Brent on July 12, 2025

Beta-glucans are key compounds in mushrooms that help boost and balance the immune system. Found in varieties like shiitake and reishi, they support immunity, reduce inflammation, and promote overall health. Incorporating beta-glucan-rich mushrooms into your diet is a natural way to enhance wellness.

Lion’s Mane Mushroom & Brain health: 7 ways it can help.

By Brent on July 6, 2025

Learn about Lion's Manes' famous nootropic properties and how it can support brain health.

Detailed comparison of functional mushrooms by benefit.

By Brent on July 5, 2025

Unsure what you need? here's a detailed list of functional mushrooms comparing their benefits.

The Fake NZ Lion’s Mane Scandle

By Brent on July 4, 2025

Not all Lion's Mane is created equal. Here's what you need to know if you are buying NZ Lion's Mane supplements or extracts.

Bio-hacking with mushrooms: An in-depth guide for stacking 5 different varieties

By Brent on June 30, 2025

An easy to follow guide to learn about the emerging art of bio-hacking, by stacking different varieties of functional mushrooms to boost their effect.

We’ve been featured in Stuff!

By Brent on May 6, 2025

It's been a busy news week! We've been featured across a bunch of news outlets for a bunch of different reasons. All of them good!

Finalists in the Wellington Business Gold Awards

By Brent on May 6, 2025

We’re super excited to be announced as finalists in the 2025 Business Gold Awards for our sustainable practices. We are up against some tough competition in our category, so fingers crossed.

Mushroom supplement Guide: 8 things to look for on the label

By Brent on March 28, 2025

Here' s a guide to help you make the right choice when buying mushroom supplements, by understanding what's on the label

Do mushrooms grow in the dark?

By Brent on January 16, 2025

Here's the answer to this age old question of mushrooms growing in the dark. A myth started by the French in the 1700's. Hint, they are not called cave mushrooms for a reason!

My mushrooms have spored! Should I be concerned?

By Brent on January 13, 2025

Here are tips to prevent spore being a problem in your home. But, if it does, the best ways to clean it up.

5 easy ways to preserve mushrooms

By Brent on May 10, 2024

Trying to think of ways of using all those mushrooms after a big harvest? Here is 5 quick and easy ways of preserving mushrooms so you don't have to eat them all at once!

The Marvels of Oyster Mushrooms: A Guide to Growing, Cooking & Enjoying this Versatile Delicacy

By Brent on March 20, 2024

Ready to embark on a culinary adventure with oyster mushrooms? Whether you want to grow your own oyster mushrooms, learn new cooking techniques, or simply savour their unique flavours, this guide has you covered.

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