Question 1

Is it process and extract in the US or China?

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Hi Kay,

The extract powder is produced in China at a cGMP ISO22000 organic facility. It is then imported into the US and sent to our encapsulation facility in California, which is a cGMP, NSF certified, solar powered facility.

Let us know if you have further questions.

Cheers.

Skye
Chief Mushroom Funguy
Real Mushrooms

Question 2

Oriveda's is alcohol extracted to provide the ngf promoting hericenones and erinacines, which cannot be extracted with water only. are you doing this?

Accepted Answer

Hi David,

Yes, they can be extracted with hot water. This is a common misconception. Please see our website for our article on extraction.

As nothing is removed during the hot water extraction of our product, all compounds present in the mushroom are present in the final extract powder (including insolubles).

Our product is consistent with all 3 clinical trials on lions mane mushroom.

Feel free to send us further questions.

Cheers.
Skye

Question 3

what is "extract powder"? is that different than just plain mushroom powder? what is "extracted" from the mushroom? and what is left behind?

Accepted Answer

Hello There!

Correct. A mushroom extract is different compared to a plain mushroom powder. One involves extraction. Whereas the other hasn't been extracted.

A dried-up, raw mushroom powder (unextracted). The important water and non-water soluble compounds are not concentrated and made bio-available for the body to uptake and use effectively. Hence where extraction comes into play. Here is more intel below on how an extract is made to give you a better understanding:

First, you take dried mushrooms and grind them into a fine powder. Then you will cook them multiple times with water and/or alcohol. Water to release water-soluble compounds. Alcohol to release non-water soluble compounds.

This cooking breaks down the cell walls of the mushroom allowing for the extraction of the beneficial compounds (beta-glucans, triterpenes, etc.). The mushroom cell walls are made up of chitin, which our bodies do not have the enzymes to break down properly so if we just eat fresh mushrooms the active compounds are not as bioavailable to us. Hence, again. the need for extraction.

The resulting liquid from cooking the mushrooms is drained off and concentrated to the desired consistency. If any alcohol is used in the extraction, it is precipitated out (removed). The liquid is then sent to a spray dryer, which removes all the water, leaving you with the final powder.

So the final liquid is now a powder without any of the water and/or alcohol.

I hope this all helps!

Thanks,
-Real Mushrooms Team-

Question 4

Is this tested for heavy metals (lead, cadmium, mercury etc.) and other toxins since mushrooms readily absorb from where they are growing?

Accepted Answer

Hello!

Of course.  All products are screened for heavy metals twice. We follow the American Health Products Association (AHPA) guidelines for heavy metals which is in compliance with CA Prop 65.

All of our product specifications follow the following industry established limits:

*ppm = parts per million

Lead: <2ppm*
Arsenic: <2ppm*
Cadmium: <2ppm*
Mercury: <0.1ppm*
Based on our recommended dosage, our heavy metal limits are even stricter than the limits set by AHPA.

As we, the Real Mushrooms team, are also consuming our products on a daily basis, we are always concerned about the health and safety of our products. Keep in mind that Nammex is the supplier of all of our organic mushroom extracts. They supply hundreds of US companies with mushroom ingredients for all kinds of different products. They cannot sell to these companies if the extracts do not meet heavy metals standards.

I hope that helps!
-RM

ASIN	B084JVN2VT
ASIN	B084JVN2VT
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Gluten Free
Best Sellers Rank	#1,381 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #2 in Mushrooms Herbal Supplements
Brand Name	Real Mushrooms
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (23,675)
Date First Available	February 6, 2020
Diet Type	Gluten Free, Vegan
Dosage Form	500mg capsule of lion's mane mushroom extract powder. No added mycelium, grains or fillers.
Flavor	Lions Mane Capsule
Item Form	Capsule
Item Volume	300 fluid ounces
Item Weight	2.12 ounces
Item model number	RM-LM150C-AZN-CM
Legal Disclaimer	These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a physician if you are pregnant or nursing; have or had a medical condition, or are taking prescription drugs. If you encounter adverse effects, stop taking the product immediately.
Manufacturer	Real Mushrooms
Manufacturer	Real Mushrooms
Manufacturer Part Number	RM-LM-P-Caps
Material Features	Plant Based
Material Type Free	Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free, Sugar Free, Soy Free, Grain Free
Model Number	RM-LM150C-AZN-CM
Number of Items	1
Package Quantity	1
Primary Supplement Type	Lions mane
Product Dimensions	3 x 3 x 6.75 inches; 2.12 ounces
Recommended Uses For Product	Brain Health
Special Ingredients	Vegan, Gluten Free, Organic, Non GMO, Nut Free, Dairy Free, Paleo, Keto, Whole 30
Supplement Formulation	Individual Supplement
UPC	628110068293
Unit Count	300 Count

Real Mushrooms Lion’s Mane Supplement Capsules - Organic Lions Mane Extract for Overall Wellbeing - Beta Glucan Supplements – Vegan 300 ct Mushroom Extract

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