Organic Extracted Mushroom Tinctures
Certified Organic Mushroom Tinctures
Triple-Extracted & Third-Party Tested
Extracted slowly, to deliver the best nature has to offer. The mushrooms in our tinctures are carefully steam-processed to start breaking down the chitin in the cell walls, then triple-extracted over about 100 days! First, we ferment them to boost bioavailability of polysaccharides, triterpenoids and alkaloids. Next, comes a hot-water extraction for the polysaccharides. Finally, we do a 90-day alcohol extraction for the triterpenoids and other beneficial compounds.* This is how we make the highest-quality mushroom tinctures possible.
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Benefits of Medical Mushrooms
Mushrooms have thousands of years of therapeutic use traditional cultures; however, today, the literature is starting to emerge on both their mechanisms and full range of applications.
While much of the research has focused on their (a) antioxidant content; (b) ability to regulate the immune system; and (c) ability to combat cancer; they may also play roles in (d) reducing inflammation; (e) combating metabolic syndrome, including diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease; (f) combating pathogenic bacteria, viruses, parasites and other fungi; (g) improving mood, cognitive function and reducing neurodegeneration; and (h) improving organ function.
Medicinal mushrooms are rich sources of antioxidants and have immunomodulatory ability. However, the ability of specific mushrooms to reduce inflammation and improve detoxification pathways which, in conjunction with the former effects, can have broad reaching systemic health benefits. Rather than taking them in isolation, by combining them together, a synergistic effect can be optimized to help achieve optimal health.
A common problem, however, is that their chitinous cell walls impede bioavailability, or adequate absorption of their various bioactive compounds. This makes the extraction method essential. By utilizing a triple extraction method, the full spectrum can be isolated for maximum benefit.
Why We Triple-Extract Our Mushrooms
Since the beneficial compounds in raw mushrooms are “locked” within the cell walls, we process them to ensure bioavailability of those active constituents.* The cell walls of mushrooms are primarily made mostly of chitin, an indigestible material that also makes up fish scales, insect exoskeletons, and crustacean shells. Thankfully, each extraction method is the key to unlocking those different compounds to make them more bioavailable (so your body can make use of them). Due to their unique biochemistry, certain compounds require a specific “key,” or extraction method.
We start with the highest-quality USDA Certified Organic and USA-sourced mushrooms. Then we spend 100 days (or more!) extracting them. First, we ferment them to boost bioavailability of polysaccharides, triterpenoids and alkaloids. Next, comes a hot-water extraction for the polysaccharides. Finally, we do a 90-day alcohol extraction for the triterpenoids and other beneficial compounds.*
Why We Use Fruiting Bodies & Mycelium
Simply put, mushroom fruiting bodies are the above-ground parts you can see (including the cap, stem and gills). They’re what you think of when you think “mushroom.” Mycelium are like the “roots,” hidden below ground and stretching far and wide. Both possess their own beneficial constituents, but most high-quality supplements use only fruiting bodies.* We use both. Here’s why.
Mycelium isn’t a dirty word — but it can be. Our trusted partner farmers take things slow when it comes to cultivating mushrooms. Each mycelium grows until it’s ready, no matter how long that takes. A longer growth cycle allows the mycelium to take over the substrate almost entirely. Once we harvest, less than 5% of the growth material remains. That means all mushrooms, zero fillers! The final result is a better-quality extract that captures the beneficial compounds found in both the mushroom fruiting bodies and the mycelium. When growers cut corners, rush the process and give the mycelium only weeks, the final product contains much higher amounts of the substrate (they are filled with mostly grain-filled mycelial biomass)!
Our mushrooms are grown the right way and extracted the right way — with the third-party lab test results to prove it! You can trust our full-spectrum, whole mushroom powders and extracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you test your finished tinctures?
Yes! Our mushrooms undergo heavy metal testing, mycotoxins and other lab testing. Refer to each individual product page, which will show the product’s COA (certificate of analysis) with the lab test results.
Is it OK to mix different mushroom tinctures?
Absolutely! We call this process of mixing and matching custom mushroom blends “stacking.” Experiment with what you like — there’s no one right way to do it, and you can’t do it wrong!
What if I don’t like a mushroom tincture after I buy it?
We hope that you always love our products. But if you don’t, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our products. If they are not what you were expecting, please just show proof you have recycled the packaging and you get your money back!
How do you use a tincture?
Taking a tincture is easy. Simply place a dropperful in a small amount of water, then drink, or hold it under your tongue for a minute, then swallow. You can also add tinctures to your favorite beverage.
Where do you get the mushrooms for your tinctures?
We have been working with the same trusted farmer partners for over 10 years! Our mushrooms are grown with care, using sustainable and organic methods, in North America. They are USDA Certified Organic.
What is a tincture?
Tinctures are extracts in a solution that contains alcohol. In this case, it is extracted mushroom(s) in USP Grade Organic Cane Alcohol (no gluten). It also contains filtered water.
Why do you use alcohol?
Alcohol is used in our mushroom tinctures to extract triterpenoids and other beneficial compounds. It is also a natural way to preserve herbal and mushroom products.
Can mushroom tinctures expire?
Yes, all of our mushroom tinctures will expire. They have a two-year shelf life. For specific questions about yours, reach out to us: hello@ediblealchemysd.com
Why do you triple-extract the mushrooms in your tinctures?
We triple-extract our mushrooms to deliver the best nature has to offer. This multiple-step process ensures that our products are as bioavailable as possible.
When should I take my mushroom tinctures?
The best time to take them is when you want to — or when you’ll remember. Some people take them in the morning; others opt for evening. It depends on the person, their intentions and the mushroom tinctures they chose.
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