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Do Mushrooms Have Vitamin D? Here’s What The Science Says

As we in the northern hemisphere approach the end of a particularly brutal winter of polar vortexes, record snowpack, and intense storms, most of us are longing for a dose of sunshine. Obviously...

Top 5 Functional Mushrooms

There are an estimated 2.2 to 3.8 million species of fungi on the planet. So far, only about 120,000 have been classified and named. But within that 120,000 lie a few special mushrooms that can ben...

Choosing A Mushroom Supplement? Here's 4 Things To Know

When we started FreshCap, there was almost no one selling mushroom supplements. It just wasn't a thing. Now, there are a bewildering number of choices for consumers, with new ones popping up everyd...

Why Use Functional Mushrooms?

Have you been hearing a lot about mushrooms lately? It seems like the whole world is finally starting to realize the true power of functional mushrooms. More people everyday are using mushrooms, an...

Mushroom Of The Year 2021

Mushrooms seem to get more and more popular every year, and 2021 was no different. The world is becoming aware of the amazing power of mushrooms, and it truly is awesome to see! But this year, th...

Mushroom Lovers Gift Guide 2021

It’s that time of year when finding the perfect gift for your loved ones can turn you into less than a ‘fun-guy’... Lucky for you, we teamed up with some of our favourite artists and makers to com...

Why Do I Keep Getting Sick?

Do you spend all of your weekend and vacation days on the couch with a box of tissues and a glass of Emergen-C? You just got over your illness last week – why is it back again? Meanwhile, your ...

What To Look For In A Superfood Powder

Everyone knows they need to eat more veggies. We know they’re good for us. We know they contain fiber, antioxidants, iron, and other vital nutrients we need to survive and thrive. The truth is, it’...

What Is Sacha Inchi and Should You Add It to Your Diet?

Are you on a vegan or vegetarian diet? If so, you need to know about sacha inchi: an underrated superfood from the Amazon that resembles the humble peanut in appearance and flavor. Loaded with ...

Does the ORAC Value of Chaga Mushroom Matter?

”Chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus) has the highest ORAC value ever recorded, making it the most powerful antioxidant on earth!” You might have heard this popular claim before, but have you ever wo...

Daily Stress Got You Down? These 5 Mushrooms Can Help

According to the American Psychiatric Association, 34% percent of adults are “completely overwhelmed” by stress most of the time, and 27% often feel “so stressed they can’t function.”<1> Even...

Lion's Mane Neurogenesis Study: What It Means for Brain Health and Function

Lion’s mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) has long been studied for its potential brain health benefits. Some research suggests that a main compound in H. erinaceus called erinacines may increase t...