{"title":"Mushrooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eA future collection of mushrooms from Hearthwise Herbals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lions-mane-mushroom-dried-slices-hericium-erinaceus","title":"Lion's Mane Mushroom (Hericium erinaceus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLion’s Mane — Hericium erinaceus\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its cascading white spines and remarkable appearance, lion’s mane is one of the most distinctive fungi in the natural world. Found growing on hardwood trees, this fascinating mushroom has a long history in East Asian culinary and traditional herbal practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLion’s mane has also attracted modern scientific interest for its naturally occurring compounds, including hericenones and erinacines, which are being investigated for their neurological properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWays to use: Dried slices can be rehydrated for cooking or gently simmered in water to prepare a traditional mushroom decoction. They may also be ground into powder for culinary and capsule preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur mushrooms: Carefully selected and hand-packed in small batches by Hearthwise Herbals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCautions: Avoid if allergic to mushrooms. Seek professional advice before medicinal use during pregnancy, breastfeeding or alongside medication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 g | Dried lion’s mane slices\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hearthwise Herbals","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":64042620322122,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/9940\/2058\/files\/IMG_2320.jpg?v=1793202883"},{"product_id":"birch-polypore-mushroom-dried-slices-fomitopsis-betulina","title":"Birch Polypore Mushroom (Fomitopsis betulina)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBirch Polypore — Fomitopsis betulina\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary woodland fungus with a history stretching back thousands of years, birch polypore grows upon birch trees and has long attracted the attention of naturalists, herbalists and students of ancient woodland traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePieces of birch polypore were found among the possessions of Ötzi the Iceman, who lived over 5,000 years ago. Their purpose remains debated, but the discovery offers a fascinating glimpse into prehistoric relationships with fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistorical notes: Birch polypore has been associated with traditional folk preparations, including proposed antiparasitic uses. Such associations do not establish medicinal effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditional preparations: Dried slices are generally simmered in water to make a decoction, rather than simply steeped like tea. The dried fungus can also be finely powdered, including for encapsulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur botanicals: Carefully gathered, dried and hand-packed in small batches by Hearthwise Herbals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 g | Dried birch polypore slices\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hearthwise Herbals","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":64042620387658,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/9940\/2058\/files\/IMG_2368.jpg?v=1793202872"},{"product_id":"turkey-tail-mushroom-trametes-versicolor","title":"Turkey Tail Mushroom (Trametes versicolor)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurkey Tail — Trametes versicolor\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNamed for its beautiful concentric bands of natural colour, turkey tail is a remarkable woodland fungus found on hardwood. Its distinctive fan-shaped fruiting bodies have long attracted the interest of naturalists, herbalists, and mycologists.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur turkey tail is carefully gathered from woodland hardwood growth and air-dried to preserve the natural characteristics and compounds of the mushroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented as whole dried pieces, each batch is hand-sorted and packed by Hearthwise Herbals, retaining the distinctive appearance and structure of the fruiting bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWays to use: Botanical crafts, natural specimen displays, mycological study, educational collections and decorative arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResearch \u0026amp; Regulatory Information\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder current UK food regulations, turkey tail (Trametes versicolor) is regarded by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) as likely to be a novel food and is not authorised for sale as a food or dietary supplement in Great Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNovel food regulations require ingredients without a significant history of consumption in the UK or EU before 15 May 1997 to undergo safety assessment and authorisation before being marketed for human consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, turkey tail has been the subject of extensive scientific research, particularly concerning its naturally occurring polysaccharides, including polysaccharide-K (PSK) and polysaccharopeptide (PSP). These compounds have been investigated for their interactions with the immune system, their immunomodulatory properties and their potential applications in clinical research.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThose interested in the scientific literature surrounding Trametes versicolor can explore the published research independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as raw botanical material for research, educational and craft purposes only. It is not marketed as a food, dietary supplement or healthcare product, and no medical, therapeutic or immune-support claims are made regarding this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 g | Whole dried turkey tail pieces\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hearthwise Herbals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64046789656906,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/9940\/2058\/files\/IMG_2645.heic?v=1794047384"},{"product_id":"amanita-muscaria","title":"Fly Agaric Mushroom (Amanita Muscaria)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFly Agaric — Amanita muscaria\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew mushrooms are as instantly recognisable or as deeply woven into European folklore as the fly agaric. With its striking red cap and white markings, Amanita muscaria has appeared in fairy tales, woodland mythology, artistic traditions and accounts of historical ceremonial practices for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese whole, heat-dried caps are offered for ornamental display, ceremonial collections and the research of traditional fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical accounts and modern discussions of Amanita muscaria include references to its psychoactive properties, traditional muscle-relaxant applications and microdosing. Those interested in the history and scientific literature surrounding this mushroom can explore these subjects independently. Such references are provided for educational context and do not constitute recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur mushrooms: Carefully gathered, heat-dried and hand-packed in small batches by Hearthwise Herbals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant safety information: Amanita muscaria contains psychoactive and potentially toxic compounds. We do not advise or condone oral consumption. Heat-drying does not guarantee that the mushroom is safe to ingest. Keep away from children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25 g | Whole heat-dried fly agaric caps\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hearthwise Herbals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64134183944522,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/9940\/2058\/files\/IMG_2371.jpg?v=1793202871"}],"url":"https:\/\/hearthwiseherbals.com\/collections\/mushrooms.oembed","provider":"Hearthwise Herbals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}