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A mushroom health resource for
people & the planet
A mushroom health resource for
people & the planet
The Mushroom Lady™
Hello! I'm a certified fungal ecologist who provides education & awareness around fungi, mushrooms, and the systems they operate, whether in the field, lab, or the body.
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At The Mushroom Lady, we provide the Awareness, Knowledge, Community, and Science so you can make educated decisions on how legal mushrooms can improve your quality of life and the lives of those around you.
As a certified fungal ecologist and non-profit researcher, I study federally legal (US) mushrooms and their potential value. Nothing here or in our content should be taken as medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The information provided is for educational and 'edutainment' purposes only. Furthermore, some statements made about mushrooms have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
We hope to inspire a love and passion for mushrooms in anyone who touches our work.
Our Mission
ANTIFUNGAL
DETOXIFICATION
BETTER BLOOD PRESSURE |
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
WOUND HEALING
IMPROVE BONE HEALTH
ANTIVIRAL
ANTIOXIDANT |
ANTICANCER |
Consuming the equivalent of 1/4 cup a day of mushrooms could reduce your risk of cancer by 45%.*
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How Can Mushrooms Help?
How Can Mushrooms Help?
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Globally, 41% of people are food insecure, including 1 in 8 households in the United States. This food insecurity is associated with an 89% rate of deficiency in micronutrients, the vitamins and minerals found in mushrooms that scaffold the body and protect us from chronic disease.*
Beyond providing micronutrients, mushrooms are also regenerative - you can grow a million pound of mushrooms from just one pound!
Therefore, we donate 20% of Swag Store Profits are donated to partners with legal mushroom farms in areas that have high rates of food insecurity in women and children.
The Mushroom Lady Swag Store
Globally, 41% of people are food insecure, including 1 in 8 households in the United States. This food insecurity is associated with an 89% rate of deficiency in micronutrients, the vitamins and minerals found in mushrooms that scaffold the body and protect us from chronic disease.*
Beyond providing micronutrients, mushrooms are also regenerative - you can grow a million pound of mushrooms from just one pound!
Therefore, we donate 20% of Swag Store Profits are donated to partners with legal mushroom farms in areas that have high rates of food insecurity in women and children.
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FROM THE MYSTICAL TO MAGICAL!
Mushrooms have been supporting humanity, the planet, and all its inhabitants since the beginning of time.
The fungal world under our feet is teeming with as many mysteries as opportunities, and so we present you with The Mushroom Lady Database, a place where we give the Fungal Queendom the interest, air time, and credit she deserves.
Thank you for supporting our non-profit so we can share a little bit of the life-affirming, jaw-dropping, and thrilling science of mushrooms for you to enjoy!
Science!
Mycotainment
It can take years for many fungal ecologists to understand enough to properly identify a mushroom in the wild to consume it, even without any deadly look-a-likes. Be patient in your learning journey, and if you can't be patient, probably don't forage! Because while most mushrooms won't kill you, some will. And they're adorable.
As you develop your skills, you can used apps such as PictureMushroom to learn in the wild and also, log your mushroom discoveries on iNauturalist (as shown), an incredible nonprofit dedicated to logging the biodiversity of the world. To the Mushroom Lady, biodiversity is based one principle: That you can't help but love what you look at closely, and if we look closely at the diversity of nature, we'll make more effort to protect her!
The Mushroom Lady began her journey in fungal ecology, studying fungi in their natural habitats. Even with this education, it would have been impossible to pursue her goals of eating off the land, farming her own food, and replacing meat with mushrooms, without the guidance of other knowledgeable foragers, ecologists, and mycologists.
For example, many years ago The Mushroom Lady brought a bolete to her neighbor’s house to see if she could eat it, and when he didn’t know, he brought her to another neighbor’s house who taught her that a bolete that 'bruises blue' with red markings are not edible. Except for the ones that are... Ha!
Welcome to the bizarre world of fungi! This is the INCREDIBLE value of community learning we hope to eventually replicate at The Mushroom Lady.
Mushrooms are not always easy to digest raw as they contain chitin, and also certain compounds that are only fully digestible when cooked. Therefore, as you can see on The Mushroom Lady website, we have omitted all recipes that contain uncooked mushrooms. Cook your mushrooms and save a belly ache!
Note that many people who get sick from mushrooms are simply eating safe ones that are past their prime, or have been been poorly stored. The Mushroom Lady puts her mushrooms, foraged or otherwise, in paper bags, so they can continue to ‘breathe’ and keep a longer shelf life. If it has signs of slime, a weird smell, or appears to be rotting, not worth the chance. You can always mush them up, put them outside, and hope that mush will become mushies next season!
If you are eating mushrooms in the wild, your little four legged creatures might want to as well, and some mushrooms are toxic to pets, and ingestion can be fatal. Also, children may not be able to distinguish between mushroom types. Allergies to mushrooms are rare, but if you are trying a new variety you can always take a small bite first and wait a bit to see how your body reacts.
If you or someone you know ingests a wild mushroom and experiences any adverse symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or dizziness, seek medical attention immediately. Contact your local poison control center for guidance as well. As stated at the top of this site, mushrooms can literally change our world if we treat them with the respect, reverence, and the care they deserve. Mushroom safety is a matter of careful identification, cautious consumption, and responsible handling.
Four Tips for Mushroom Safety
Four Tips for Mushroom Safety
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Nutritional Empowerment
We believe in empowering individuals with knowledge about the nutritional benefits of mushrooms for overall health and well-being.
Access to Education
We strive to educate the public about the health properties, culinary uses, and environmental impact of mushrooms.
Scientific Inquiry & Integrity
In providing research and doing our own, we seek to uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity to disseminate accurate & credible information information on fungi.
Community
We strive to create community among mushroom lovers including farmers, researchers, chefs, and to connect those from the general public who share an interest in mushroom health and sustainable living.
Inclusivity
To love mushrooms is to embrace diversity and ensure that our educational initiatives are accessible and inclusive to people from all walks of life.
Sustainability
We advocate, like the great recyclers fungi, for sustainable practices in cultivation and promoting environmental stewardship for a healthier planet.
Collaborative Spirit
We pursue, foster, and promote collaboration with experts, organizations, and communities to collectively advance mushroom awareness.
Wellness Advocacy
We share our passion for holistic wellness, mushrooms, the planet, and embrace the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and environmental health.
Innovation
The fungal world is filled with mystery, and we pursue innovation in research, education, and outreach to stay at the forefront of mushroom health awareness initiatives.