Functional mushrooms are gaining recognition for their incredible ability to support energy, focus, sleep, and overall well-being.
For me, they’ve been an integral part of my life for the past eight years. My journey into the world of mushrooms started during my time as a retreat chef in Ibiza, where I worked in a plant-based kitchen creating nourishing, mood-boosting recipes for guests. It was there I discovered the transformative power of functional mushrooms—not just for physical health, but also for mental clarity, calmness, and sleep.
Before diving into food and wellness, I worked as an addiction counselor and therapist, supporting people dealing with trauma and mental health challenges. Over time, I realized I wanted to shift from solely talking about healing to creating it—through recipes that nurtured the body and mind. I began incorporating functional mushrooms into my dishes, using their natural adaptogenic properties to help boost mood, reduce stress, and enhance sleep. I saw first-hand how they made a difference, and I knew I wanted to take this further.
That’s how Mama Shrooms was born. With functional mushrooms becoming so popular, I noticed people were overwhelmed by options—what to take, when to take it, and how to incorporate them into their routines. I wanted to make things simple, offering potent organic extracts in an easy-to-use capsule form. You can also open the capsules and add the extract to smoothies or drinks for even more flexibility. My mission is to take the guesswork out of mushroom wellness so you can focus on feeling amazing.
Why Functional Mushrooms?
Functional mushrooms have been used for centuries in traditional medicine, and now modern science is catching up to their incredible benefits. They’re adaptogens, meaning they help your body adapt to stress and find balance. I’ve crafted two blends—Day Blend and Night Blend—to give you the support you need, exactly when you need it.
Day Blend: Energy, Focus, and Radiance
The Day Blend is designed to help you feel energized, focused, and glowing all day long. It combines:
- Lion’s Mane: A powerful brain booster that supports memory, focus, and mental clarity. It also helps with nerve regeneration, making it essential for anyone looking to stay sharp and productive.
- Cordyceps: Known for its ability to boost energy and endurance, Cordyceps enhances oxygen uptake and supports respiratory health—perfect for those with busy or active lifestyles.
- Tremella: Often called the “beauty mushroom,” Tremella hydrates and plumps the skin while supporting gut health and fighting oxidative stress.
This blend is your ultimate ally for productivity, creativity, and skin vitality.
Night Blend: Calm, Sleep, and Restoration
The Night Blend is perfect for unwinding and recovering after a long day. It includes:
- Reishi: Known as the “mushroom of immortality,” Reishi is deeply calming. It balances cortisol levels to reduce stress and promotes deep, restful sleep. Reishi also has an amazing bonus: it enhances vivid dreaming, helping you wake up feeling inspired and refreshed.
- Chaga: A powerful antioxidant that protects your cells and fights inflammation while strengthening your immune system.
- Maitake: This mushroom supports hormonal balance, regulates blood sugar, and boosts immunity, making it a great ally for overall wellness.
Together, these mushrooms help you relax, recover, and wake up feeling realigned and ready for a new day.
Mushrooms for Women’s Health
As a woman, I’ve experienced firsthand how functional mushrooms can support hormonal balance and overall health. For women navigating menstrual cycles, peri-menopause, or menopause, mushrooms like Reishi and Maitake can be incredibly supportive. Reishi reduces stress and balances cortisol, which can help stabilize mood and hormonal fluctuations, while Maitake helps regulate blood sugar and supports immunity. Mushrooms are a natural, holistic way to support your body through these transitions.
Why Capsules? Simplicity in a Busy World
With so many mushroom products out there, I wanted to create something potent, organic, and easy to use. Mama Shrooms capsules are made with high-quality extracts, so you get all the benefits without any guesswork. You can take them as-is or open them to add the extract to smoothies, drinks, or recipes. It’s about making mushroom wellness simple and accessible for everyone, no matter how busy your day is.
Why Functional Mushrooms Are Everywhere
Functional mushrooms are trending because they work. People are looking for natural, holistic solutions to everyday problems like stress, fatigue, and poor sleep, and mushrooms are the answer. Their adaptogenic properties help your body find balance, and their versatility makes them easy to incorporate into any lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for more energy, better sleep, or glowing skin, functional mushrooms deliver.
Conclusion:
Taking functional mushrooms every day has transformed my life, and I’ve seen them do the same for so many others. They’re not just a trend—they’re a natural, time-tested tool for better health, inside and out. Whether you’re starting your day with the Day Blend or winding down with the Night Blend, these mushrooms can help you feel energized, balanced, and calm. Mama Shrooms is here to simplify your wellness journey, so you can focus on feeling your best every single day.
This post was written by Gemma Ogston
