
Are Third-Party Tests an Expression of Trust?
The notion of trust, particularly in the consumer market, is a multifaceted and fragile construct. It is not something that is earned through a single

The notion of trust, particularly in the consumer market, is a multifaceted and fragile construct. It is not something that is earned through a single

The Opportunity Functional mushroom coffee sits at the intersection of wellness and specialty coffee. Market growth, rising consumer demand for adaptogenic products, and early success

September 3, 2025 By Sam Dahan, Founder, Mushroom Plenty The Flattened World of Food—and the Rise of Mushrooms The internet flattened the world, turning

Recently, just before the Taarifs struck, I observed a troubling trend among customers in the medicinal mushroom sector: the relentless quest for “cheap” raw materials.

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Fruiting Bodies vs. Mycelium: The debate over fruiting bodies vs. Mycelium in medicinal mushrooms has gained momentum, especially in marketing circles. Which one is superior? Where are

Recently, I’ve been exploring the intersection of longevity, mushrooms, and women’s wellness, and one particular mushroom has truly captivated my attention: the Maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa),

When speaking about the immune system, we often use vague terms that don’t tell us what to do. We all want to feel great, have

Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is one of nature’s most intriguing medicinal mushrooms. When I first encountered it, I was captivated by its unique, shaggy appearance—resembling

A Personal Perspective on Nature’s Functional Fusion As someone deeply involved in medicinal mushrooms, I’ve seen firsthand how pairing Chaga mushrooms with coffee redefines what a wellness