Looking for a vital mushroom for vitality, resilience, and daily body care?

Meet Agaricus, a mushroom also known as the almond mushroom, Agaricus blazei Murill, Brazilian mushroom, or Himematsutake. Originally from South America, it later gained great popularity, especially in Japan, and today it is one of the most famous vital mushrooms in the world of functional nutrition, wellness, biohacking, and a healthy lifestyle.

In traditional cultures, Agaricus has long been associated with vitality, natural immunity, and overall body care. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is known as Ji Song Rong and is primarily associated with the Spleen, Stomach, and Intestines. Its nature is described as warm, and its taste as sweet to slightly pungent.

Our Agaricus Organic contains finely ground powder from the fruiting bodies of the almond mushroom. It is not an isolated substance or a concentrated extract, but a more natural, minimally processed form of the mushroom. This allows the product to retain the natural complex of substances commonly found in Agaricus – for example, polysaccharides including beta-glucans, fibre, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and other bioactive components.

Its practical vegan capsule form can be easily incorporated into your routine at home, at work, or while travelling. The capsules are plant-based and are smaller size 1 for easier swallowing.

The raw materials for our vital mushroom products undergo thorough laboratory testing. The authenticity of the raw material, microbiology, heavy metals, moisture, batch consistency, and active substance content are all tested. Quality is monitored throughout the production process, not just at the end.

Agaricus Organic combines a pure composition, practical capsule form, and a traditional view of vitality, an active lifestyle, and natural balance.

Benefits

• Traditionally associated with vitality, resilience, and overall body care
• Suitable as part of a routine focused on a healthy lifestyle and functional nutrition
• Combination of organic fruiting body powder and organic dual extract
• Minimally processed form preserving the natural character of the mushroom
• Only pure fruiting body, no grain fillers
• 100% pure and natural product suitable for vegans
• No artificial additives, colours, flavourings, or preservatives
• Natural source of polysaccharides and beta-glucans
• Practical capsules, easy to use and dose
• Tested at every stage of preparation for quality and safety

Purity and control at every step

The quality of a mushroom product is not determined by a single step. From organic cultivation and standardised extraction to laboratory testing and manufacturing systems according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards – each phase affects the final quality and purity of the product.

Mushrooms are grown in a controlled organic environment, production follows clearly defined procedures, and each batch undergoes laboratory testing. The authenticity of the raw material, purity, content of important substances, and the possible presence of undesirable substances are all checked. This ensures that you receive a truly high-quality mushroom product in capsules with a pure composition and reliable origin, which is not a coincidence but the result of careful work step by step.

Agaricus, almond mushroom for vitality and an active lifestyle

Agaricus, also known as the almond mushroom (Agaricus blazei Murill), is a mushroom from the Agaricaceae family. In English, it is known as the Brazilian mushroom or Almond mushroom, in Japanese as Himematsutake, and in Traditional Chinese Medicine as Ji Song Rong.

The Czech name „almond mushroom“ refers to its subtly sweet, almond-like scent. In nature, it has a light brown to golden cap and is associated with sunnier areas, which is why it is sometimes called the sun mushroom.

From the perspective of TCM, Agaricus is primarily associated with the care of Qi, defensive energy Wei Qi, vitality, and digestion. It is traditionally sought after by people who want to care for their inner strength, active lifestyle, and long-term balance of the body. ### Agaricus and scientific studies

Agaricus is one of the mushrooms that have long been the subject of scientific interest. Research focuses primarily on naturally occurring substances in the fruiting bodies of Agaricus blazei Murill, such as polysaccharides, beta-glucans, enzymes, fibre, minerals, vitamins, and other bioactive components.

In published studies, Agaricus appears in connection with topics such as functional nutrition, natural bioactive substances, quality of life, vitality, and overall body balance. These findings are part of ongoing scientific research and cannot be understood as approved health claims for the effects of the product.

Whole mushroom vs. extract

Our Agaricus mushroom contains whole fruiting body powder. This means it is not an isolated substance or a highly concentrated extract, but a more natural variant. You will appreciate this form if you prefer minimally processed food supplements, a gentler effect, and want to incorporate Agaricus into your regimen as close to its natural form as possible.

Why capsules

Reishi is known for its bitter taste, which can be an obstacle for many people when consuming the powder in a drink or food. Plant-based capsules elegantly solve this problem. They are easy to dose, do not require complicated preparation, and you can keep them handy at home, at work, or while travelling. We deliberately chose smaller sized capsules to make them easier to swallow, even for sensitive individuals.

Scientific studies

Huang K, El-Seedi HR, Xu B. Critical review on chemical compositions and health-promoting effects of mushroom Agaricus blazei Murill. Current Research in Food Science. 2022;5:2190–2203.

de Souza ACS, Almeida CAF, Colauto NB, Costa IN, Linde GA. Agaricus blazei bioactive compounds and their effects on human health: benefits and controversies. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2017;57(4):754–764. doi:10.1080/104083­98.2014.950391­. PMID: 28103773.

Wang H, Fu Z, Han C. The medicinal values of culinary-medicinal Royal Sun mushroom (Agaricus blazei Murrill). Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2013;2013:842619. doi:10.1155/2013/8­42619. PMID: 24288568.

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How to use and recommended daily dose

2 capsules once a day. For optimal use, we recommend taking the capsules on an empty stomach with plenty of water. For more intensive support, the dosage can be temporarily increased.

Contained bioactive components

• Beta-glucans
• Proteoglucans
• Ergosterol
• Ergothioneine
• Phenolic compounds
• Terpenoids
• Sterols
• Lectins
• B vitamins
• Minerals (potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, copper, iron, selenium)

Warning

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. This product is not intended as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet. Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for children under 3 years of age, pregnant or breastfeeding women. Store in a dry place, protect from heat and direct sunlight. The silica gel sachet in the product is not for consumption.

Recommended storage

Store in a dry place, protect from heat and direct sunlight.

Ingredients

Organic almond mushroom fruiting body powder, organic dual extract of almond mushroom fruiting bodies (Agaricus blazei, agaricus), organic lavender essential oil (GOLD ESSENCE), vegetable capsule (HPMC).

Country of origin

China