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Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum), often revered in traditional Eastern medicine, are now celebrated worldwide for their health-promoting qualities. Known as the "Mushroom of Immortality," reishi mushrooms are available in many forms, with reishi powder being a popular choice for its versatility. Let’s dive into the benefits of reishi powder, how to incorporate it into your routine, and who might benefit from or need to...

Turkey tail mushrooms (Trametes versicolor) have gained significant attention for their potential health benefits. 

Mushroom supplements usually come in a powdered form and contain a variety of mushrooms such as Lion’s Mane, Turkey Tail, and chaga mushrooms in NZ. Many medicinal mushrooms can have strong, bitter tastes, but when ground up in a certain combination, the taste can be quite pleasing, especially when used in certain recipes. In order to reap the many incredible health benefits that mushrooms...

The estrobolome is an amazing new term used to discuss the intricate connection between our ‘estrogen’ and the ‘microbiome’ .

Lion's Mane: A Customer Favorite Since Flow State's inception, Lion's Mane has consistently captured the interest and enthusiasm of our customers. As the popularity of mushroom supplements grew, so too did the demand for Lion's Mane capsules, a remarkable mushroom known for its historical use and fascinating properties. Over time, Lion’s Mane has remained our top-selling mushroom extract, and it's easy to see why....

We’re often asked where our mushrooms are grown and the answer is China (mostly, our Chaga is wild-harvested in Siberia). For many people that aren’t familiar with medicinal mushrooms, this elicits a negative reaction. Given China’s reputation for a production style that emphasises quantity over quality, this is a reasonable reaction; however, when it comes to producing medicinal mushrooms, our opinion is that China...

Lack of Regulatory Requirements for Supplement Testing in New Zealand In New Zealand, there is currently no requirement for companies to independently test their supplement products. It is up to the company selling the supplements to ensure that they are safe to use. Unless the company is regularly testing their products and sharing the results, consumers of supplements have no way to know that...

With winter here, we wanted to talk about the different ways mushroom extracts can support your immune system to stay healthy and vibrant. There is some debate about whether mushroom extracts from the fruiting body or mycelium are better, our take is that both offer unique benefits.   Understanding Mushroom Extracts: Fruiting Body vs. Mycelium Mushrooms are rich in beta-glucans, natural compounds found in...

Today, we’re diving into one of the most important ingredients in our mushroom supplements: beta-glucans.  Beta-glucans are potent polysaccharides (a type of carbohydrate) found in the cell walls of fungi, algae, yeast, and certain plants. Fungal beta-glucans are particularly renowned for their ability to modulate the immune system - either enhancing or regulating our body's defense mechanisms.   What Are Beta-Glucans? The beta-glucans in...

There are a number of well-known medicinal mushrooms of the genus (group) Cordyceps that have been utilised for centuries by indigenous and local populations across the globe to treat a wide range of ailments, including cancer and diabetes.  The Māori people first used Cordyceps in New Zealand. Cordyceps robertsii was used in traditional Māori tattooing or Tā moko. There are hundreds of species under...

The cordyceps mushroom is certainly a strange specimen. It has a grasslike and sometimes phallic-like appearance and many unique qualities that make it highly prized. While it has been used in Chinese medicine for centuries, cordyceps in NZ have become increasingly popular. This species truly has a lot to offer, and in the article, we’ll be having a look at some cordyceps facts that may surprise...

We try to plan our days so that we can get the most out of them. And in the process, we’re constantly concentrating while working, juggling the endless to-do lists, exercising to increase stamina, and then try switching off to sleep for a reset. Unfortunately, this is frequently more difficult than it seems.