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Who is Nature Lion?

Nature Lion is a mushroom farm located in Brantford, Ontario, Canada. We specialize in manufacturing Canada's best mushroom grow kits, and best-tasting mushroom coffee.

Nature Lion's Mission

The goal is to inspire and empower people to grow their own food, namely, mushrooms.

Your inspiration = Our inspiration

Best Mushroom Grow Kit

Our mushroom kits are backed by countless testimonials and reviews. When you buy a mushroom grow kit from Nature Lion, not only will you get a 100% guarantee, but you will also get our support and free educational materials.

Six Varieties You Can Grow At Home

More than any other mushroom grow kit company out there. We take great pride in helping you with every aspect of mushroom growing, including a great selection.

Types of Mushrooms You Can Grow At Home;

Lion's Mane, Black Oyster, White Oyster, Pink Oyster, Blue Oyster, and Chestnut Mushrooms.

Mushroom Grow Kit Instructions

Indoor gardening enthusiasts are increasingly turning to mushroom grow kits, a simple and efficient method for cultivating mushrooms at home. These kits are perfect for those who want to experience the joy of growing their own fungi without the complexities of traditional cultivation.

1. Cut: Begin by making a small incision in the plastic bag of your mushroom grow kit. This allows for fresh air exchange, essential for healthy mushroom growth.

2. Mist: Mushrooms thrive in humid environments. Use a spray bottle to mist the substrate daily, ensuring consistent moisture and promoting fresh air exchange.

3. Harvest: Once the mushrooms have fully grown and the caps are unfurled, they're ready to be harvested. Gently twist and pull from the base.

A mushroom grow kit is an excellent addition to any indoor gardening setup. It offers a straightforward approach to cultivating fresh, organic mushrooms. With just three simple steps—cut, mist, and harvest—you can enjoy the benefits of home-grown fungi. For those interested in indoor plants and sustainable food production, this kit is a must-have.

Full Guide to Growing Mushrooms

If these simple-to-follow instructions aren't enough, and they often aren't, we have created what we believe to be the most comprehensive mushroom grow kit guide on the internet.

Why Grow Mushrooms?

How To Grow Mushrooms?

Growing mushrooms at home can be a rewarding experience, both for the gourmet enthusiast and the curious gardener. With the right knowledge about their life cycle, lighting, temperature, and humidity requirements, you can cultivate a bountiful harvest. Here's a guide to answer some common questions about mushroom cultivation.

What Lighting Conditions Do Mushrooms Need?

Mushrooms aren't like typical plants; they don't photosynthesize.
Indirect or ambient lighting is ideal.
Direct sunlight can dry out the substrate and harm the mycelium.
Some growers use blue or cool white LED lights to encourage growth.

How Important is Temperature for Mushroom Growth?

Different mushroom species have specific temperature requirements.
Most varieties thrive between 70°F to 75°F during the day.
Night temperatures can be slightly cooler but should remain consistent.
Avoid drastic temperature fluctuations.

How Do I Maintain the Right Humidity?

Mushrooms require a high humidity environment.
Aim for 90-95% humidity for most species.
Misting and using a humidity chamber can help maintain moisture.
Ensure there's no water pooling, which can lead to contamination.

What's the Life Cycle of a Mushroom?

Starts with spore germination, leading to mycelium growth.
Mycelium colonizes the substrate and forms a dense network.
Given the right conditions, the mycelium produces fruiting bodies – the mushrooms.
After harvesting, the mycelium can sometimes produce another flush of mushrooms.

When and How Should I Harvest Mushrooms?

Harvest just before the mushroom caps fully uncurl.
Gently twist and pull from the base to avoid damaging the mycelium.
Harvesting in the morning can yield firmer mushrooms.
Store in a cool place to prolong freshness.

Are There Any Tips Before Eating Home-Grown Mushrooms?

Always correctly identify the mushroom species before consumption.
Cook mushrooms thoroughly to enhance flavor and digestibility.
Store uneaten mushrooms in the refrigerator.
Consume within a week for the best taste and texture.

Best-Tasting Mushroom Coffee

Shyne Mushroom Coffee

Infused with the power of mushrooms, Shyne Coffee is the best-tasting mushroom coffee in the world. It's made with the best quality organic ingredients we could find.

Made In Canada

Rest assured, our mushroom coffee is made in Canada, so you never have to worry about quality. That's our job, and we take great pride in our Canadian-made mushroom-infused coffee blends.

Lion's Mane Coffee

Our lion's mane coffee is a blend of organic ingredients including; coffee, cashew milk powder, maple sugar and lion's mane mushroom extract.

Chaga Coffee

Similar to lion's mane, our chaga coffee is a blend of high-quality organic ingredients including; coffee, coconut milk powder, maple sugar and chaga mushroom extract.

Lion's Mane Coffee: The Shocking Health Benefits

Lion's Mane Coffee

Chaga Coffee

Raw Mushroom Powders

Turkey Tail Powder

Cordyceps Powder

Lion's Mane Powder

Chaga Mushroom Powder

Reishi Mushroom Powder

Organic Mushroom Powder

We only source the best organic mushroom powders. Raw mushroom powder can be added to smoothies, shakes, soups, sauces, cookies, brownies, you name it! Not only is it a great way of amplifying the health benefits in your own recipes but you can also give mushroom powder to pets.

Human Quality, also Great For Animals

Yes, you can feed these organic mushrooms to your pets. Raw mushroom powder can be mixed into your pet's food and treats. If your pet eats dry food, consider making a mushroom gravy with the powder and pouring it over.

Mushroom Powder Types:

Turkey Tail
Cordyceps
Lion's Mane
Chaga
Reishi

The Benefits of Medicinal Mushrooms

Now we're not doctors by any stretch, we are mushroom farmers who fully believe in the benefits of medicinal mushrooms. You may be skeptical about mushrooms, and you might have questions, so let's take a minute to highlight some of the benefits of mushroom powders, coffee, and just consuming mushrooms in general.

Worthwhile reading about reishi mushroom benefits.

The reishi mushroom is one of the longest used, and most studied of all the medicinal mushrooms. While other mushrooms show some promise Reishi has some of the best documentation regarding clinical studies.

To view the article - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92757/

Here are a few benefits of Reishi:

Control of Blood Glucose Levels: Lingzhi can help in regulating blood sugar levels.
Modulation of the Immune System: It has properties that can help in boosting or modulating the immune response.
Hepatoprotection: Lingzhi offers protection to the liver.
Bacteriostasis: It can prevent the growth or multiplication of bacteria.
Enhancing Vital Energy: Historically, it has been attributed with properties that boost energy and vitality.
Strengthening Cardiac Function: It is believed to support and strengthen heart functions.
Increasing Memory: Lingzhi has been associated with memory-enhancing effects.
Anti-aging Effects: It is believed to have properties that combat aging.
Relief from Dizziness and Insomnia: It has been recommended for conditions like dizziness and insomnia.
Easing Palpitation and Shortness of Breath: Lingzhi can help in alleviating symptoms like palpitations and breathlessness.

Potential of Lion's Mane for The Brain

Neurohealth Properties:

- Promotes positive brain and nerve health-related activities.
- Induces the nerve growth factor (NGF) from its bioactive ingredient.
- Potential improvements in conditions like ischemic stroke, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and depression.

Protection against Ischemic Stroke:

- Reduces total infarcted volumes.
- Enhances neuronal survival in the brain.
- Decreases proinflammatory mediators.

Protection against Parkinson's Disease (PD):

- Reduces dopaminergic lesions and oxidative stress.
- Improves motor deficits.
- Inhibits endoplasmic reticulum stress.

Protection against Alzheimer's Disease:

- Reduces cerebral Aβ plaque burden.
- Prevents recruitment and activation of plaque-associated microglia and astrocytes.
- Increases NGF and reduces neurodegenerative disease-induced cell death.

Protection against Depressive Symptoms:

- Reduces immobility time in depression-related tests.
- Modulates monoamine neurotransmitters and proinflammatory cytokines.
- Regulates brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) pathways.

Protection against Neuropathic Pain: