Mushroom Wisdom

Mushroom Wisdom A Global Leader in Mushroom Dietary Supplements including; Maitake D-Fraction and SX-Fraction, Lion's For more than 30 years Mushroom Wisdom, Inc.

(MWI) has continuously developed and produced the finest research supported mushroom products. While mushrooms have been used traditionally for thousands of years, Mushroom Wisdom actually began in 1991, as Maitake Products, Inc., with the goal of bringing the health and immune supporting benefits of the, at the time, relatively unknown Maitake mushroom to the U.S. *

The original and only product

that was offered was Grifron® Maitake, a simple, straightforward whole Maitake mushroom powder that offered a full range of Maitake’s actions. As researchers further explored this promising mushroom they found it contained a potent, unique beta glucan that was orally effective for supporting healthy immune function.* This became known as D-fraction. Maitake D-Fraction® PRO 4X, the company’s flagship product, is now available in a quick and easy “spray” form. Maitake D-Fraction “EZ” Spray is convenient for “on-the-go” administration. Further research on the Maitake mushroom led to discoveries related to its promising actions for supporting healthy blood sugar and insulin functions.* As a result of these studies the SX-fraction was born. After 10 years of being a “one mushroom” company we introduced a line of single mushrooms, all “super” enhanced by high quality mushroom fruiting body and unique mushroom extracts. This “Super” mushroom line includes Agaricus, Chaga, Coriolus, Cordyceps, Lion’s Mane, Meshima, Reishi, Shiitake and Tremella. MWI recently introduced Super Poria, based on their research of this mushroom and unique mushroom extract. By 2010 the company acknowledged its role as a leader in the mushroom category by changing its name to, Mushroom Wisdom Inc., to better reflect its diversity of products. By embracing the word “wisdom” as part of its new company name, MWI honors the thousands of years of traditional use of these mushrooms, while also emphasizing its industry leading commitment to furthering our knowledge and understanding with scientific research. As an industry and category leader, MWI is committed to offering the safest and most effective mushroom and mushroom extract supplements. MWI has developed proprietary extractions of several mushrooms to further enhance their beneficial actions. MWI has supported and continues to support investigations into the wondrous world of mushrooms at respected research institutions, such as Georgetown University, New York Medical College, and Shizuoka University in Japan as well as by renown researchers such as Harry Preuss, MD, Sensuke Konno, PhD, and Hirokazu Kawagishi, PhD. All MWI products are manufactured in a cGMP facility in the U.S with all mushroom materials verified for identity. Having celebrated their first 25 years in business last year, Mushroom Wisdom is looking forward to another 25 outstanding years offering you the finest mushroom supplements grounded in tradition, expanded by research.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Mushroom Wisdom products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

04/21/2026
Revered in traditional Chinese medicine for millennia, Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is among the world's most researched m...
04/21/2026

Revered in traditional Chinese medicine for millennia, Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is among the world's most researched mushrooms for immune and overall wellness support. Super Reishi from Mushroom Wisdom is made from concentrated dual-extracted, log-grown fruiting body.

Funky Fungi FridayYes, you read that right. Oyster mushrooms are carnivores.These beautiful, fan-shaped fungi don't just...
04/17/2026

Funky Fungi Friday
Yes, you read that right. Oyster mushrooms are carnivores.
These beautiful, fan-shaped fungi don't just break down dead wood. When nitrogen gets scarce, their mycelium produces compounds that paralyze nematodes (tiny roundworms living in the soil), then sends in hyphae to digest them whole.
No roots. No stomach. No mercy.
Nature's been doing wild things long before we were paying attention. Oyster mushrooms have been quietly "hunting" in the forest for millions of years, and we're just now starting to appreciate the full story.
What's the most surprising thing you've learned about fungi?

You know that particular kind of tired that sleep doesn't fix? The kind that accumulates over weeks of pushing through, ...
04/16/2026

You know that particular kind of tired that sleep doesn't fix? The kind that accumulates over weeks of pushing through, saying yes when your body is quietly saying no?

Traditional Chinese Medicine has recognized this pattern for centuries, calling it a depletion of Kidney Jing, the deep reserves that keep us vital and resilient. Cordyceps has been the classic remedy, prized not for a quick lift but for rebuilding energy at its source.*

Super Cordyceps from Mushroom Wisdom uses a concentrated fermented mycelial extract, the same form that has made this remarkable fungus a cornerstone of TCM practice for generations. Support that works with your biology, not around it.*

Learn more at https://mushroomwisdom.com

* These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Most people have never heard of Poria. Those who know Traditional Chinese Medicine know it as Fu Ling, one of the most w...
04/14/2026

Most people have never heard of Poria. Those who know Traditional Chinese Medicine know it as Fu Ling, one of the most widely used herbs in the entire classical pharmacopeia, prized for calming the Heart-mind and supporting what TCM calls the Shen.*
The modern science is equally interesting. Poria's triterpenoids, particularly pachymic acid, have been studied for their ability to support healthy blood lipid levels and inhibit ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) activity (based on in vitro and animal research). Its beta-glucans support a healthy inflammatory action that researchers see as relevant to long-term cardiovascular resilience. These aren't separate effects either. They work together in a way that reflects Poria's reputation as a deeply stabilizing tonic.*
Mushroom Wisdom Super Poria supports cardiovascular health* through one of nature's most researched and most respected medicinal fungi.
👉 https://mushroomwisdom.com/product/super-poria-120-tablets/
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

‘Without them there is no life’: the race to understand the mysterious world of Africa’s fungi This Guardian article rep...
04/14/2026

‘Without them there is no life’: the race to understand the mysterious world of Africa’s fungi

This Guardian article reports on a growing movement of African mycologists stepping up to champion fungal conservation in their own countries, often under considerable constraints. The piece centers on the International Congress on Fungal Conservation held in Cotonou, Benin, which drew participants from 27 countries and signaled that fungal conservation has moved from a niche concern to a genuine global priority. Scientists from Madagascar, the Republic of the Congo, and Zimbabwe shared stories of building their countries' first fungariums, drawing on traditional knowledge, and working in remote areas without infrastructure or local colleagues. A 2025 Nature study underscored the urgency: fewer than 10% of predicted mycorrhizal fungal hotspots currently fall within protected areas.
The broader context is that fungal conservation has historically lagged far behind the protection of plants and animals, with the International Society for Fungal Conservation only founded in 2010. But the momentum is shifting. Recent research showing that mycorrhizal fungi may store up to 36% of annual fossil fuel CO2 emissions has helped make the ecological case impossible to ignore. The article frames Africa's first-generation mycologists not just as researchers filling a knowledge gap, but as pioneers laying the groundwork for a continent-wide reckoning with fungi as foundational to ecosystem health.

Amid growing evidence of fungi’s key role in ecosystems and storing carbon, African scientists are championing the need to preserve ‘funga’ as much as flora and fauna

That slumped-over, can't-lift-your-head feeling? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, cordyceps has been used for centuries ...
04/09/2026

That slumped-over, can't-lift-your-head feeling? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, cordyceps has been used for centuries to support the lungs and kidneys, the foundational systems associated with sustained energy and resilience.*
Mushroom Wisdom Super Cordyceps delivers this treasured mushroom in a concentrated, carefully formulated supplement designed to help your body rebuild after periods of depletion.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Not all mushrooms look the way you'd expect. Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) grows as a dense, charred-looking sclerotium on b...
04/08/2026

Not all mushrooms look the way you'd expect. Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) grows as a dense, charred-looking sclerotium on birch trees, and its appearance barely hints at the complexity within.
What researchers have found inside is striking: a rich matrix of bioactive compounds associated with immune cell support.* Chaga has been shown in studies to support T-cell activity and NK-cell function, two key pillars of a healthy immune response.*
At Mushroom Wisdom, we work with Chaga sclerotium to bring you the full benefit of this extraordinary organism.*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Poria (Poria cocos) has been a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine for over two millennia, traditionally valued ...
04/07/2026

Poria (Poria cocos) has been a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine for over two millennia, traditionally valued for its ability to calm the mind and support a sense of ease and tranquility.*

Modern research is exploring the mechanisms behind that traditional reputation. Poria's triterpenic acids have been studied for their potential to support healthy acetylcholine activity, a neurotransmitter central to memory and learning.* Its beta-glucan polysaccharides have drawn interest for their role in supporting healthy neuroinflammatory response, a key factor in long-term brain health support.* Together, these compounds represent one of the more compelling research profiles in the functional mushroom world for those interested in cognitive wellness.*

Super Poria from Mushroom Wisdom delivers a concentrated, full-spectrum extract from the sclerotium — the part used in thousands of years of traditional practice.
👉 https://mushroomwisdom.com/product/super-poria-120-tablets/

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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For almost three decades Mushroom Wisdom, Inc. (MWI) has continuously developed and produced the finest research supported mushroom products. While mushrooms have been used traditionally for thousands of years, Mushroom Wisdom actually began in 1991, as Maitake Products, Inc., with the goal of bringing the health and immune supporting benefits of the, at the time, relatively unknown Maitake mushroom to the U.S. * The original and only product that was offered was Grifron® Maitake, a simple, straightforward whole Maitake mushroom powder that offered a full range of Maitake’s actions. As researchers further explored this promising mushroom they found it contained a potent, unique beta glucan that was orally effective for supporting healthy immune function.* This became known as D-fraction. Maitake D-Fraction® PRO 4X, the company’s flagship product, is now available in a quick and easy “spray” form. Maitake D-Fraction “EZ” Spray is convenient for “on-the-go” administration. Further research on the Maitake mushroom led to discoveries related to its promising actions for supporting healthy blood sugar and insulin functions.* As a result of these studies the SX-fraction was born. After 10 years of being a “one mushroom” company we introduced a line of single mushrooms, all “super” enhanced by high quality mushroom fruiting body and unique mushroom extracts. This “Super” mushroom line includes Agaricus, Chaga, Coriolus, Cordyceps, Lion’s Mane, Meshima, Reishi, Shiitake and Tremella. MWI recently introduced Super Poria, based on their research of this mushroom and unique mushroom extract. By 2010 the company acknowledged its role as a leader in the mushroom category by changing its name to, Mushroom Wisdom Inc., to better reflect its diversity of products. By embracing the word “wisdom” as part of its new company name, MWI honors the thousands of years of traditional use of these mushrooms, while also emphasizing its industry leading commitment to furthering our knowledge and understanding with scientific research. As an industry and category leader, MWI is committed to offering the safest and most effective mushroom and mushroom extract supplements. MWI has developed proprietary extractions of several mushrooms to further enhance their beneficial actions. MWI has supported and continues to support investigations into the wondrous world of mushrooms at respected research institutions, such as Georgetown University, New York Medical College, and Shizuoka University in Japan as well as by renown researchers such as Harry Preuss, MD, Sensuke Konno, PhD, and Hirokazu Kawagishi, PhD. All MWI products are manufactured in a cGMP facility in the U.S with all mushroom materials verified for identity. Looking forward to our 30th Anniversary in 2021, Mushroom Wisdom is proud to continue offering you the finest mushroom supplements grounded in tradition, expanded by research. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Mushroom Wisdom products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.