FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about mushroom tinctures
What is a mushroom tincture?
A mushroom tincture is a concentrated liquid extract made by soaking medicinal mushrooms in alcohol and/or water to draw out beneficial compounds like beta-glucans, triterpenes and other bioactive ingredients.
How many doses are in each bottle?
The recommended daily dose is 1-2ml so a 50ml bottle would last 25-50 days.
Can I take more than one tincture at the same time?
Yes, you can. We suggest you start with one or two tinctures and gradually build up so as not to overload the body. We are all unique so it’s important to find the best combination of tinctures which work for you. Four of our range of tinctures are already blended.
Should I take a break from the mushroom tinctures?
We recommend you take a break from our tinctures every 4-8 weeks for a period of 3-5 days.
Can I take the tinctures alongside other prescribed medications?
If you are taking prescribed medications, we recommend consulting with a qualified medical practitioner.
I have a problem with my order. Who should I contact?
If you have any queries about your order, please email us at hello@monkeyfungi.com
How strong are your tinctures and what does 1:4 tincture extract ratio actually mean?
The 1:4 ratio is the concentration of our final product after dual extraction, so our 50ml bottles contain 1g of dried mushroom for every 4ml of tincture. This is a high concentration, meaning there are 12.5g (or 12,500mg) of dried mushroom in each 50ml bottle.
There are other products on the market with an extract ratio of 1:10 and even 1:20, meaning there is 1g of dried mushroom in every 20ml of tincture, a concentration considered quite weak.
How should I consume it?
There are various ways to consume our tinctures. Drops placed and held under the tongue for 30 seconds is our preferred method as this allows the tincture to be absorbed directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system. However, our extracts can be dropped into water, juice, tea and coffee. Allow any hot drink to cool for a while before adding the drops.
Can I take too much?
The maximum recommended daily dose is 2ml. Some mushrooms can put pressure on the liver and kidneys if taken in high doses over a long period of time.
We recommend speaking to a qualified medical practitioner if you are taking any medication in conjunction with mushroom tinctures.
Can I take the tinctures while pregnant?
If you are pregnant we recommend speaking to and taking advice from a qualified medical practitioner.
Are your mushroom extract tinctures gluten free and vegan?
Yes, all our mushroom extract tinctures are gluten free and vegan. The only ingredients are organic mushrooms, reverse osmosis filtered water and organic ethanol (25% ABV).