All alcohol-soluble substances are first extracted from the mushrooms and then all hot water-soluble substances. As a result, all the important active ingredients are extracted from the mushrooms and only the fibrous material remains.

The cell walls of fungi are made of chitin. Most of the interesting active ingredients are located in these cell walls. Since chitin cannot be digested by the human body, the active ingredients are also very difficult to dissolve. Through extraction, on the other hand, the active ingredients are already released from the fungal cells and are therefore very quickly bioavailable to the body.

In order to achieve the same effect as by taking extracts, very large quantities of fresh mushrooms would have to be eaten.

Nevertheless, it is recommended to eat fresh mushrooms in addition. In traditional Chinese medicine, the consumption of 150 g of fresh mushrooms per day is recommended.

Since the extracts in the liquid extracts are already dissolved, they can be absorbed by the body very quickly. A large proportion of the active ingredients are already absorbed through the oral mucous membranes when liquid extracts are ingested. The capsules, on the other hand, must first be dissolved by the body and the active ingredients are only absorbed in the intestine.

Even with mushroom powder capsules, the body must first dissolve the capsule shell and then the active ingredients must still be released from the cell walls. In the extracts, on the other hand, the active ingredients have already been released. In order to achieve the same effect with mushroom powder, much larger quantities must be consumed.

All alcohol-soluble substances are first extracted from the mushrooms and then all hot water-soluble substances. As a result, all the important active ingredients are extracted from the mushrooms and only the fibrous material remains. The extraction parameters differ depending on the type of mushroom and were first taken from Chinese scientific studies and further developed with European pharmacists.

The rough areas of application can be found in the enclosed information material. For more precise areas of application, we will be happy to recommend relevant specialist literature or experts.

For Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Shiitake and Pleurotus, the cultures of Stoff’n are produced and raised in the company’s own company and in a partner company in a neighboring town. The chaga mushrooms come from Scandinavian wild collection. Cordyceps comes from a European partner company.

In traditional Chinese medicine and also in modern science, the vast majority of studies relate to the use of the fruiting body. The cultivation of the fruiting body requires much more effort than the cultivation of pure mycelium. It also contains much higher concentrations of the most researched substances (polysaccharides and beta-glucans) than mycelium.

As has been known since the nuclear accident in Chernobyl at the latest, mushrooms very easily absorb radioactivity and toxins from the environment. If the mushrooms are grown in countries that do not meet our environmental standards, the resulting products often contain higher levels of contamination than allowed by European limits.

Our mushroom extracts are regularly tested by a Europe-leading laboratory for heavy metal contamination, bacterial contamination and over 200 pesticides. We will be happy to send you the laboratory reports on request.

For the best effect, the mushroom extracts should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach. If this is not possible, the intake can also take place throughout the day or at other times. Reishi can also be taken in the evening. Cordyceps should not be taken in the evening, otherwise the energizing effect can lead to sleep problems.

For the best effect, the extracts should be taken directly into the mouth and rinsed around for a few minutes. As a result, the active ingredients are absorbed through the oral mucosa. If the taste is too intense for you, the extract can also be dissolved in a glass of cold or hot water, muesli or smoothie.

Alcohol is an extremely effective solvent and is ideal for extracting plant or fungal ingredients. Alcohol dissolves many more active ingredients from a substance than comparable solvents such as glycerine or vegetable oils.

In addition, alcohol is a very good natural preservative and increases the shelf life of the liquid extract.

A daily portion of 1.65ml contains 0.375ml of alcohol, which is less than a glass of apple juice or even a ripe banana.

Pleurotus (oyster mushroom), Reishi (glossy lacquer mushroom), lion’s mane (lion’s mane) and chaga (slate slate porcine) can also be found in native forests, albeit only very rarely. Shiitake mushrooms originally come from Japan and are not native to our country. The Cordyceps sinensis we offer originally grows in the Himalayas.

Pleurotus (oyster mushroom), lion’s mane (lion’s mane) and shiitake mushrooms are also popular edible mushrooms and can be prepared in a variety of ways. Reishi, chaga and cordyceps have always been used only for their medicinal effects and were originally infused into a tea. The consistency of these mushrooms is very hard, the mushrooms cannot be chewed and can only be ground with special machines.

The effect starts differently depending on the person. While some people notice improvements after just two weeks of regular use, it usually takes about three months for the condition to improve.

After about 3 months of use, a break of one week should be taken.

For pregnant and breastfeeding women, we recommend consulting your doctor.

Even though the extracts are generally well tolerated, cross-intolerance can occur with certain medications. Before taking the mushroom extracts, they should be clarified with your doctor or pharmacist.

Mushrooms or mushroom extracts are generally very well tolerated. If physical reactions occur after ingestion, further intake should be avoided. Cordyceps should not be taken in the evening due to the energizing effect.

Only a high-quality raw material guarantees a high-quality extract.

By offering the entire value chain from the cultivation of the mushrooms to processing and sales, we can guarantee a truly high-quality product. The methods are developed in our own mushroom cultivation and the liquid extracts are produced in our own production.

Unlike most supplement manufacturers, our mushrooms grow in Europe and for the most part even in Austria. 99% of the mushrooms and extracts made from them from other dietary supplement manufacturers come from China.

Unlike other producers, our extracts come from the mushroom fruiting body. Only in the case of cordyceps does the product come from the mushroom mycelium. Mycelium has always been used for this fungus and cultivation of the fruiting body has not yet been successful worldwide.