Most supplement brands ask you to “just trust” them.
Mµ was built for people who read labels, Google ingredients, and want to know what’s actually in the bottle and why it might help.
This page is where we lift the hood on:
- what functional mushrooms are in scientific terms
- how the research actually looks (strengths and limits)
- how we source, extract, standardise and protect every tincture
Lion’s Mane
Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is one of the most studied mushrooms for brain health. Its key compounds (hericenones and erinacines) have been shown to stimulate NGF (Nerve Growth Factor) in preclinical work, a molecule involved in the growth and maintenance of neurons.
In a small double-blind, placebo-controlled human trial, a single 1.8 g dose of Lion’s Mane powder helped healthy adults perform faster on a standard processing-speed test (the Stroop task) within 60 minutes, with a trend towards lower perceived stress over 28 days.*
What that means for you:
- A gentle, non-stimulating nudge for processing speed and cognitive efficiency
- A potential ally for mental clarity during demanding days
We use organically grown Australian Lion’s Mane, full-spectrum extracted (fruiting body + mycelium) to preserve both polysaccharides and neurotropic compounds.
Cordyceps
Cordyceps C. sinensis 4 (or CS4) is best known for its impact on energy metabolism and fatigue. Its signature molecule, cordycepin, is a modified adenosine analogue that interacts with cellular energy pathways and inflammation.
Human trials have shown that Cordyceps can:
- increase VO₂ max (your maximum oxygen uptake)
- extend time to exhaustion in endurance tests
The effect size depends on dose and duration, but the pattern is consistent: taken regularly, Cordyceps can make it easier for your system to do more work before it feels “tired.”
We use organically lab-cultured Cordyceps from controlled Chinese facilities, then extract and bottle it in Australia to support everyday stamina, training blocks, and those “three-meetings-back-to-back” days.
Reishi
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) known as the ‘mushrooms of immortality' has a long history in traditional medicine as a “shen” tonic – associated with longevity, vitality, equilibrium and a strong but balanced immune system.
Modern research points to:
- Triterpenes (ganoderic acids) – linked to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant pathways
- Beta-glucans – supporting immune modulation (helping the immune system respond appropriately, not just “more”)
Clinical data outside of specific conditions is still emerging, so we frame Reishi honestly:
- as a tool for wind-down, stress balance and general resilience,
- not as a cure-all or single magic bullet.
Our Reishi is organically grown in Australia and extracted to capture both water-soluble polysaccharides and non-water-soluable triterpenes.
Turkey Tail
Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) is one of the most clinically documented mushrooms for immune support. Its specialised polysaccharide fractions, PSK and PSP, have been used as adjunctive therapies alongside conventional oncology treatments in some countries, with data suggesting improved treatment tolerance and survival when combined with standard care.
For everyday use, the takeaway is simpler:
- Turkey Tail’s beta-glucans and FIPs (fungal immunomodulatory proteins) help train and fine-tune immune responses, supporting overall immune resilience and recovery from daily stressors.
Our Turkey Tail is organically grown in Australia, full-spectrum extracted, and used, aligned with what’s seen in the literature for immune modulation (without suggesting disease treatment).
Chaga + Siberian Ginseng
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is extremely rich in:
- Oxygenated triterpenes such as betulin and betulinic acid
- Phenolic antioxidants
These compounds give Chaga one of the highest antioxidant capacities measured among functional fungi in preclinical assays, with promising data on oxidative stress and immune signalling — though large, general-population human trials are still limited.
We pair wildcrafted Siberian Chaga with Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus), an adaptogen whose ginsenoside-like compounds have been associated with targeted memory support and stress resilience in human and preclinical work.
Together, this blend is designed to support:
- a calmer, steadier baseline
- better handling of stressors
- long-term cellular resilience
Our Chaga is harvested from remote Siberian taiga and combined with standardised Siberian Ginseng extracts for consistent adaptogenic activity.