Today we’re diving into the world of medicinal mushrooms and tonic herbs—an industry that’s exploded in popularity, but also one that’s become incredibly confusing.

From coffee blends and powders to capsules and extracts, we’re constantly told that mushrooms can boost immunity, sharpen focus, reduce stress, and even support longevity.

But with so many brands, buzzwords, and bold claims out there, it raises some important questions:

As a consumer -

How do you actually choose the right mushroom products for you? What really matters when it comes to quality, sourcing, and preparation? And how do you tell the difference between genuine medicinal products and clever marketing?

To help us unpack all of this, I’m joined by Mason Taylor—founder of SuperFeast and someone who’s spent over 15 years immersed in traditional herbalism, medicinal mushrooms, and Daoist health philosophy. Mason works directly with growers and traditional preparation methods, and he’s deeply focused on bridging ancient herbal wisdom with modern life.

• 00:00 "Medicinal Mushrooms Demystified"
• 04:12 "Tonic Herbs and Superior Health"
• 06:23 "What Are Sustainable Di Dao Farming Practices"
• 12:56 "Reishi Benefits: Adaptogen and Tonic"
• 14:50 "Reishi Research and Preparation Insights"
• 17:56 Medicinal Mushrooms and Beta Glucans
• 22:01 "Mycelium vs. Fruiting Body Debate"
• 25:10 "Mushroom Efficacy and Intent"
• 27:31 "Dry Herb Equivalency Explained"

For more on SuperFeast go to www.superfeast.com.au

For more on Go Vita go to govita.com.au

To see how mushrooms are grown in China for Superfeast, click here.

Today on the Go Vita podcast we are talking all things Brain Health & Mental Wellbeing.

Our guest today is Megan Wilks, Neuroscientist and Founder at the Vitalogy Project. Megan has a harrowing mental health story that thankfully has a very happy ending, and as a result sees her passionately driving change in the wellness space with the Vitalogy Project.

On this episode we discuss - Megan’s personal experiences in poor mental health and how she picked herself up. Neuroinflammation - what it is and why we need to know about it. Why we mustn’t just survive through poor mental health. And a whole lot more!

For more on the Vitalogy Project and their range of products go to their website, and of course when you are at your local Go Vita Store you’ll see the range there.

Chlorella v Spirulina, Barley Grass v Wheat Grass. Where do you start with green powders?

Today we compare all of these and put the microscope on Chlorella.

From B12 to Iron, Brain Health to Heart Health, and local vs internationally sourced, all parts of the green powder spectrum get covered with Biogenesis Founder and Managing Director, Colin McGregor.

Colin believes Chlorella could be nature’s Super Supplement, and after listening to today’s episode, you probably will too.

Other topics include - Spirulina’s protein content, Barley Grass and Wheat Grass for alkalising, how to tell good chlorella from bad (smell and colour), and why Chlorella has been a part of the longest-lived country (Japan) for years.

Links -

www.biogenesisnatural.com

www.govita.com.au