The MushLab
Locally Cultivated Medicinal Mushroom tinctures
Medicinal mushrooms are a fantastic source of healing and health support in general. At The Mush Lab we have developed 7x different 'main' tinctures, using ultrasonic double extraction technique.
We cultivate our own medicinal mushrooms and locally harvest a variety of herbs and plants. We also source herbs of exceptional grade from reliable suppliers.
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Our tinctures are easy to distinct due to their colourful labels; Lion's Mane, Wild Turkey Tail, Reishi, Shiitake, King Oyster, Mesima & more recently also Maitake.
They are best used together with The Elixir (our 7th product); which is used as a base product (however very potent!) to target the underlying issues that you experience in your health.
Each specific tincture is then used to target the main issue that you have. Therefore we always recommend using the Elixir + tincture 1-7 as a 'team'. Or use our helpful guide. You can use as many different tinctures at the same time, as you can't 'overdose'; it's a completely natural product.
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At the Mush Lab we only produce small batches at a time, to ensure of the best quality. Also, the wood that we grow on, has in itself anti- parasitic properties; because the mushroom eats the wood, it will exhibit these properties.
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Lions Mane
Hericium erinaceus (also called Lion's Mane mushroom or the Pom Pom mushroom), has an unique looking appearance of a snow like ball with tooth- like formations.
Research has found that Lion's Mane may protect against dementia, reduce symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression and help repair nerve damage. It also has strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immune-boosting abilities. Many of our clients let us know that they also sleep better with Lion's Mane.
Wild Turkey Tail
Turkey tail is a woody bracket polypore fungus that grows on dead logs worldwide. The scientific name of turkey tail is Trametes versicolor
The turkey tail mushroom is a powerhouse fungus with a multitude of documented benefits. This mushroom contains several beneficial molecules.
The turkey tail mushroom and its extracts boost the immune system and are effective in combating several types of cancer. It may also have additional benefits, like fighting off viruses, protecting the liver, and improving brain function.
Reishi
Fan-shaped and orange to reddish brown in colour, Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) were typically reserved for royalty when they were first used in Asian cultures thousands of years ago.
Reishi is used to help enhance the immune system, reduce stress, improve sleep, and lessen fatigue. People also take Reishi mushroom for other health conditions such as: High blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol.
Shiitake
Shiitake is both a gourmet- & a medicinal mushroom, due to it's high levels of iron
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Shiitake mushroom is used for health of the heart & blood, cleansing of the kidneys, boosting the immune system, lowering blood cholesterol levels and as an anti-aging agent. Furthermore, Shiitake tincture is an excellent support for people with an iron deficiency (anemia).
King Oyster
Pleurotus eryngii is the largest species in the oyster mushroom genus.
King trumpet mushrooms have especially high levels of ergothioneine, an antioxidant found in the mushroom’s mycelium and fruit bodies that helps reduce damage from free radicals and oxidative stress.
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A study conducted in elk using the industrial byproducts of King Oyster mushroom, noted that King Oyster, over a period of 80 days, was able to increase circulating testosterone five-fold. Similar testing on estrogen, King Oyster appeared to be the most estrogenic (as assessed by increased cell proliferation). Many of our athletes clients let us know that our King Oyster tincture improves their stamina.
Mesima, also called Black Hoof, exhibits anti-tumor, anti-angiogenic, and immunomodulatory properties in various cancers including prostate, colon, and lung cancer along with melanoma.
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Additionally, the Mesima Mushroom contains potent antioxidants that help to prevent and repair DNA damage in the body thus preventing disease.​
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Furthermore, extracts of this mushroom have been reported to display the ability to suppress the release of histamine in the body. This makes Mesima a suitable treatment for patients suffering from various skin ailments such as atopic dermatitis or asthma caused by allergies.
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Maitake
Grifola Frondosa (also known as hen-of-the-woods, Maitake (meaning in Japanese "dancing mushroom"), is a polypore mushroom that grows at the base of trees, particularly old growth oaks or maples.
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Maitake mushrooms may help the body fight cancer cells through three pathways: protecting healthy cells, preventing tumor spread, and inhibiting growth.
​Various studies have shown that maitake mushrooms may help fight viral infections like hepatitis B, EV71, HSV-1, and HIV.
Compounds from this mushroom may help improve recovery rates, inhibit infection, and support the immune system.
The Elixir is a super potent all-combining tincture: all 6x of our medicinal mushrooms combined with our own Frankincense-, Myrrh-, & Dandelion- extracts. A super elixir!
You can use this product on its own, or combine the Elixir with any or all of our other tinctures, at the same time, for extra support. The elixir acts then as a ‘base’ product.
The Mush Lab Kombucha
infused with Lion's Mane & Reishi
Kombucha is a natural, light sparkling drink made from fermented tea.
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It's well-known for it's amazing health benefits, because of it's natural probiotics.
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An excellent replacement for sugary sodas. Our Kombucha is infused with Lion's Mane & Reishi extract, for even more health benefits.
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If you haven't added kombucha to your beverage menu yet, it's probably time you did!
