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FAQs Regarding Our Ingredients & Products
What are adaptogens?
An adaptogen is a natural plant class that may help the body to adapt or cope with all types of stresses including trauma, injury, sleeplessness, depression, psychological stress, physical stress and environmental stress. Along with the broadest range of healing properties of any herbal medicine.
Adaptogens potentially work by supporting the adrenal function enabling cells access to more energy and helping them eliminate toxic metabolic by products (RoS).
Adaptogens may also help the body to manage oxygen more efficiently and improve the regulation of the body’s natural rhythms. Though adaptogens all work in these similar ways each adaptogen has its own unique medicinal qualities.
How does a herb classify as an adaptogen?
It must only cause a minimal disruption in the body’s physiological function.
It must contribute to an increase the body’s resistance to adverse stressors not by a specific action but by a wide range of physical, chemical and biochemical factors. It must contribute to having an overall normalising effect improving all kinds of conditions and aggravating none. It must contribute to restoring balance to the system regardless of the illness for example an adaptogen would work equally as well in a depleted condition as it would in a condition of excess (under active or over active).
What is oxidative stress?
It is the damage caused by high levels of free radicals (RoS) and low levels of antioxidants. Our bodies produce more free radicals or RoS when it is under prolonged periods of stress whether it is mental stress, physical stress or environmental stress. It can slow down recovery, speed up how fast you age, damage organs, cause damage to brain cells and cause mitochondrial dysfunction. In a nutshell oxidative stress is the negative impact of environmental, physical, and mental stressors on the body.
How do adaptogens protect against degenerative disease?
Adaptogens may protect against degenerative diseases by minimising negative effects of oxidative stress on the body. Damage caused by oxidative stress may affect metabolic function, organ function, cell reproduction, cell maintenance and brain function, which all path the way to degenerative disease.
Can you overdose on adaptogens?
There is no fatal dosage for adaptogens but as with all supplements with medicinal benefits we advise you adhere to recommended dosages. Adaptogens should not be taken if you are taking prescribed medication of any description without consulting your doctor. Adaptogens may amplify the effects of other prescribed medications.
Why is it important to use supplements?
We believe that food does not contain the nutritional density that it should, or used to contain. Due to over processing, to increase shelf life, intensive farming methods to increase yields on fruit and vegetables. Not feeding the animals and fish that we consume their natural diets to reduce cost. These factors in turn have a negative impact on the nutritional density of what we eat leading to low levels in vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants, amino acids, fatty acids etc which all have vital jobs to do within your body. Combine this with the negative impact of the stress of modern-day life this is why we believe it is important to supplement what is no longer found in our diets.
What is the best way to decide which adaptogenic mushroom type is for me?
When looking through our adaptogenic mushroom range try and focus on the unique potential health benefits which are only felt from optimal dosage, as opposed to the common benefits which you get from all types of our range.
The Cosmic Wellness Company’s adaptogenic mushroom range are single mushroom extract… Why is this?
The Cosmic Wellness Company’s adaptogenic mushroom range are single mushroom extract because, we believe the only way to feel the full health benefits (common and unique) is to take adaptogenic mushrooms supplements at the correct optimal dosage between 1 and 3 grams per day
So, if you wanted to take a 5 mushroom blend supplement you would need to take 20 500mg capsules per day to get an optimal dose of each of the ingredients, to feel the full benefits as opposed to 4 capsules per day of single mushroom supplements, where you still getting the common adaptogenic health benefits as well as the unique benefits of that mushroom.
Can I take more than one of your adaptogenic mushroom range at the same time?
Yes you can! What we recommend is that you start your first type at 3 capsules per day then after 4 days introduce your second type, again taking 3 capsules per day and so on if you so wish.
Can I take your adaptogenic mushroom supplements alongside other supplements?
Yes, you can!
How may The Cosmic Wellness Company's Lion’s Mane boost testosterone levels?
Lion’s Mane active constituents may influence activity in the hypothalamus which in turn can up regulate testosterone production.
Does organic mean vegan?
Not necessarily. While organic refers to how an ingredient is grown (without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers), it doesn’t automatically mean it’s free from animal-derived substances. At The Cosmic Wellness Company, we go a step further — every product in our AstroFuel® range is crafted using certified organic and vegan-grade ingredients, ensuring no animal derivatives or by-products are involved at any stage of production.
How do adaptogens enhance physical performance?
Enhancement of physical performance is a secondary benefit of adaptogens. A side effect of complete management of the negative impact of stress on systems within the body. When the body gains the ability to manage the negative impact of stress your bodies overall performance is dramatically positively impacted. Every system is working to an optimum in turn optimizing oxygen management, ATP production, hormone production, creatine levels, your metabolism, your recovery rate and sweat management. In fact, the performance enhancement capabilities of adaptogens are actually systems within your body gaining the ability to work at an optimum for prolonged periods with minimal negative impact on the body.
What is reactive oxygen species (ROS)?
ROS are highly reactive chemicals formed from ATP production. ROS are important in many ways both beneficial and otherwise. Under normal physiological conditions cells control ROS levels by balancing the generation of ROS with their elimination by scavenging systems, but under oxidative stress conditions excessive ROS can damage cellular proteins, lipids and DNA leading to fatal damage within the cell.
What is homeostasis?
Homeostasis is the complete chemical balance within the body allowing the brain to maintain and regulate the systems of the body.
Why is processed food devoid of nutritional value?
Processed food has no nutritional value, because it has been removed to increase its longevity on the shelf. The nutritional elements in food are more often than, responsible for the colour [beta carotenoid’s, flavonoids, carotenoids etc]. Taste and smell [terpenes]. Unfortunately, these compounds also known as volatile oil are what makes food go off quickly. So the processed food industry removes them leaving food tasteless and colourless, they replace the natural flavours and colours with artificial ones known as E numbers the processed foods then looks the same tastes the same and smells the same, but as lost all its nutritional density. The Processed food industries profit margins go up the overall well-being of the consumer diminishes. All for profit this way of processing our food has been common practice since the late sixties and continues to this day.
What is a superfood?
A superfood is a fairly. new term, referring to foods that offer exceptional nutritional density for minimal calories, they are packed with vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants.
Why do our supplements stand apart from all other supplements?
Our supplement’s ingredients, are all certified organic and are vegan grade. They are free of anti clagging agents, and bulking agents, there are no artificial additives. All ingredients are the very best after 13 years of searching for the finest quality. All ingredients are active ingredients and are formulated in the correct active dosages to work synergistically with each other, producing an array of multi-dimensional half benefits with minimal disruption to the body.
How long have adaptogens been used in medicine or to improve athletic performance and protect from the negative effects of stress?
For centuries civilisations all around the world have been using adaptogens to help the body deal with the effects of stress. Ancient cultures revered adaptogenic herbs for their stress management and performance enhancing properties. The Chinese use Jiaogulan Tea for longevity and performance enhancement, the Tibetans use Rhodiola to combat altitude sickness and to protect themselves from the cold. The Vikings use Siberian Ginseng to enhance their performance in battle and the Russians used Rhodiola to protect their cosmonauts against space sickness and Siberian Ginseng to enhance the performance of their soldiers and athletes.
Do I need a special diet to get optimal health benefits when using adaptogens?
Adaptogens contain most of the Phyto nutrients required to carry out their unique biological actions within systems of the body. For example, Jiaogulan Tea activates the production of the bodies super oxide cleaners and also contains the correct minerals to manufacture them. As with all supplements you only get optimal health benefits if your vitamin values are optimal especially your B vitamins. If it is the performance enhancement benefits you are targeting while taking adaptogens your muscles need fuel to make energy, they also need to recover and repair. So, a well-balanced diet is essential along with good sleep patterns.
Why are cordyceps effective at clearing up recurring sinus infections that antibiotics can't clear up?
Cordyceps, at the optimal dosage, may process potent anti-bacterial and anti-viral actions against antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria that often cause these sinus infections. The active constituents responsible for these actions are cordycepin.
When looking to purchase a mushroom supplement, what should I look for as a benchmark of quality?
When looking for proof of quality in an adaptogenic mushroom supplement, you should always look for purity, certified organic and optimal dosage without having to take a substantial quantity of capsules per day. We have included a Certificate of Analysis with each of our adaptogenic mushrooms for your peace of mind on their individual product pages.
Which adaptogenic mushrooms may alleviate symptoms associated with auto immune disorders?
Chaga mushroom and Reishi mushroom are both potent immune system modulators. This means they have active constituents that can up-regulate and down–reregulate the immune system, but the Reishi mushroom also possesses constituents that modulate inflammation that, more often than not, go hand in hand with auto immune disorders.
What’s the difference between vegan and veganic?
Vegan means a product contains no animal ingredients or by-products. Veganic takes it further – it refers to how the ingredients are grown, without using animal-based fertilisers or animal farming by-products. While the term veganic isn’t widely regulated in supplements yet, we aim to embody these principles by working closely with suppliers who share our ethos of plant-based purity, sustainability and ethical sourcing.
What are adaptogens?
An adaptogen is a natural plant class that may help the body to adapt or cope with all types of stresses including trauma, injury, sleeplessness, depression, psychological stress, physical stress and environmental stress. Along with the broadest range of healing properties of any herbal medicine.
Adaptogens potentially work by supporting the adrenal function enabling cells access to more energy and helping them eliminate toxic metabolic by products (RoS).
Adaptogens may also help the body to manage oxygen more efficiently and improve the regulation of the body’s natural rhythms. Though adaptogens all work in these similar ways each adaptogen has its own unique medicinal qualities.
How does a herb classify as an adaptogen?
It must only cause a minimal disruption in the body’s physiological function.
It must contribute to an increase the body’s resistance to adverse stressors not by a specific action but by a wide range of physical, chemical and biochemical factors. It must contribute to having an overall normalising effect improving all kinds of conditions and aggravating none. It must contribute to restoring balance to the system regardless of the illness for example an adaptogen would work equally as well in a depleted condition as it would in a condition of excess (under active or over active).
What is oxidative stress?
It is the damage caused by high levels of free radicals (RoS) and low levels of antioxidants. Our bodies produce more free radicals or RoS when it is under prolonged periods of stress whether it is mental stress, physical stress or environmental stress. It can slow down recovery, speed up how fast you age, damage organs, cause damage to brain cells and cause mitochondrial dysfunction. In a nutshell oxidative stress is the negative impact of environmental, physical, and mental stressors on the body.
How do adaptogens protect against degenerative disease?
Adaptogens may protect against degenerative diseases by minimising negative effects of oxidative stress on the body. Damage caused by oxidative stress may affect metabolic function, organ function, cell reproduction, cell maintenance and brain function, which all path the way to degenerative disease.
Can you overdose on adaptogens?
There is no fatal dosage for adaptogens but as with all supplements with medicinal benefits we advise you adhere to recommended dosages. Adaptogens should not be taken if you are taking prescribed medication of any description without consulting your doctor. Adaptogens may amplify the effects of other prescribed medications.
What is the Entourage effect?
The Entourage effect is achieved when you combine elements of the same cannabis plant together and they work synergistically, producing multi-dimensional actions instead of single dimensional actions when just using isolates or the single element of a plant.
What is unique about our CBD range?
Our CBD oil range stands out from other CBD oils because we use strain specific terpene profiles, with their own unique biological actions within the body. Each strain is selected for their unique range of biological actions, not their taste or smell. Then they are fused to our blend of cannabinoids in MCT oil for optimal bioavailability, to work synergistically with one another within the ECS to produce a targeted multi-dimensional biological action (Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, calmative, anti-convulsant, anti – anxiolytic).
We believe that our CBD oil range not only assists the bodies ECS it also delivers an array of targeted biological actions from the strain specific terpene profiles in turn give our CBD oil range multi-dimensional health benefits as well as regulating the proper function of a wide range of body processes.
What naturally fuels the endocannabinoid system?
Our body’s own naturally synthesised cannabinoids are called endo cannabinoids [ are made within ]. Anandamide to bind to the CB1 receptors and Arachidonoyl glycerol [ 2 AG ] .It is a little different than anandamide because it is able to bind to both cb1 and cb2 receptors they are both fatty acid metabolites. The body synthesiss endo cannabinoids by degrading eicosapentaenoic acid [EPA] an Docosahexaenoic [DHA] which are both monosaturated fats. Unfortunately, the western diet does not provide these fatty acids in the correct ratios to guarantee a fully functional endo cannabinoid system. CBD oil is a short-term fix for this long-term problem our diets.
What is the most effective way of taking CBD oil?
The most effective way of taking CBD oil is to take it sub-lingually (under the tongue) this way is the most direct way into the blood stream with minimal loss through absorption, so in turn you don’t need to take as much to get an active dose.
How does our CBD oil range help with healthy sleep patterns?
Our CBD oil helps regulate healthy sleep patterns in 2 ways [ a good example of the entourage effect]. Firstly the cannabinoid element of our oil acts as ligands (artificial docking port) ensuring the chemical messages that tell your cells to go into stand by or sleep mode (melatonin) can be received on the CB2 receptors within the ECS, in turn sending cells into sleep mode. Secondly some of our CBD oil terpene profiles contain terpenes that have biological actions such as sedative effect and calmative effects. These terpenes work in synergy with the cannabinoids creating multi-dimensional biological actions having a positive effect on regulating sleep patterns.
What is Cannabidiol?
It is a natural compound derived from the hemp plant unlike THC it does not get you high.
Why is it more important than ever to use supplements?
We believe that food does not contain the nutritional density that it should, or used to contain. Due to over processing, to increase shelf life, intensive farming methods to increase yields on fruit and vegetables. Not feeding the animals and fish that we consume their natural diets to reduce cost. These factors in turn have a negative impact on the nutritional density of what we eat leading to low levels in vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants, amino acids, fatty acids etc which all have vital jobs to do within your body. Combine this with the negative impact of the stress of modern-day life this is why we believe it is important to supplement what is no longer found in our diets.
What is the role of the endocannabinoid system within our body
and when was it discovered?
The human body and mind are beautiful and complex and they rely on the inter relationship of various systems working in harmony and balance. While the processes behind many of the body’s systems have been understood for quite some time, it was not until 1988 that a researcher Professor Raphael Mechoulam discovered a 600-million-year-old system that is now regarded as the most important physiological process for establishing and maintaining human health.
The system called the endocannabinoid system [ ECS ] is named after the cannabis plant that led to its discovery. It is now known that the ECS is critical in regulating the proper function of a wide range of body processes. Specifically, the ECS plays an important role in your nervous system, immune system, digestive system, endocrine glands, brain, heart, lungs, kidneys, spleen, bones, muscles, blood vessels, lymph cells and fat cells.
The purpose of the ECS is to serve as a master conductor sending chemical messages and triggering biological actions throughout the body that are critical to health and wellbeing. The outcome of this delicate balancing act is to create homeostasis. The biological nuts and bolts of the ECS.
The ECS is presently known to include receptor sites called CB1 and CB2. Compounds known as endocannabinoid’s, produced in the body from dietary fats that bind to the CB1 AND CB2 receptor. Enzymes that impact the manufacture and metabolism of these endo cannabinoids. Receptors send vital information to cells, organs and the nervous system and are critical in maintaining optimal health and homeostasis in the human body. The ECS is believed to have more cellular receptors sites than any other receptor system in the body.
Can you take CBD oil whilst taking prescribed medication off your doctor?
With all supplements including CBD oil with medicinal benefits if you are taking prescribed medication consult your doctor before taking CBD oil.
What is the best way to decide which adaptogenic mushroom type is for me?
When looking through our adaptogenic mushroom range try and focus on the unique health benefits which are only felt from optimal dosage, as opposed to the common benefits which you get from all types of our range.
The Cosmic Wellness Company’s adaptogenic mushroom range are single mushroom extract… Why is this?
The Cosmic Wellness Company’s adaptogenic mushroom range are single mushroom extract because, we believe the only way to feel the full health benefits (common and unique) is to take adaptogenic mushrooms supplements at the correct optimal dosage between 1 and 3 grams per day
So, if you wanted to take a 5 mushroom blend supplement you would need to take 20 500mg capsules per day to get an optimal dose of each of the ingredients, to feel the full benefits as opposed to 4 capsules per day of single mushroom supplements, where you still getting the common adaptogenic health benefits as well as the unique benefits of that mushroom.
Can I take more than one of your adaptogenic mushroom range at the same time?
Yes you can! What we recommend is that you start your first type at 3 capsules per day then after 4 days introduce your second type, again taking 3 capsules per day and so on if you so wish.
Can I take your adaptogenic mushroom supplements alongside other supplements?
Yes, you can!
How do adaptogens enhance physical performance?
Enhancement of physical performance is a secondary benefit of adaptogens. A side effect of complete management of the negative impact of stress on systems within the body. When the body gains the ability to manage the negative impact of stress your bodies overall performance is dramatically positively impacted. Every system is working to an optimum in turn optimizing oxygen management, ATP production, hormone production, creatine levels, your metabolism, your recovery rate and sweat management. In fact, the performance enhancement capabilities of adaptogens are actually systems within your body gaining the ability to work at an optimum for prolonged periods with minimal negative impact on the body.
What is reactive oxygen species (ROS)?
ROS are highly reactive chemicals formed from ATP production. ROS are important in many ways both beneficial and otherwise. Under normal physiological conditions cells control ROS levels by balancing the generation of ROS with their elimination by scavenging systems, but under oxidative stress conditions excessive ROS can damage cellular proteins, lipids and DNA leading to fatal damage within the cell.
How do cannabinoids help body function?
Cannabinoids act as artificial docking ports or ligands that work within the endocannabinoid system, enabling vital brain to cell signalling, by allowing signals from the brain to be received on the relevant cells via the CB1 and CB2 receptors which are located on the cells surface. The cannabinoids lock onto the CB1 and CB2 receptor then when the receptors can receive the incoming instruction from the brain allowing the cell to make vital changes to maintain homeostasis.
What are terpenes and what do they do within the human body?
Terpenes are naturally occurring compounds found in plants and some animals. They are responsible for the aromas, flavours and even colours associated with various types of vegetation. Terpenes are what make certain cannabis plants smell and taste different from others. They may work with the plants cannabinoids to produce unique medicinal effects within the human body. There are many different classes of terpenes with a diverse range of biological actions including anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-parasitic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-allergenic, anti-hyperglycaemic, anti-spasmodic, anti- tumoral, immunomodulatory, calmative, anti-anxiolytic and neuro protective.
Does our CBD range contain THC?
Our oil range is guaranteed THC free. We believe that the only way to unequivocally guarantee our oil is THC free is by using isolates to build our CBD profile and by not using cold pressed hemp oil as our carrier oil as they are whole plant pressed and may contain small amounts of THC in variable amounts.
How many drops of CBD oil to 1ML?
With our dropper bottles there is exactly 20 drops to 1ML.
Does CBD oil expire?
As with most natural products it will eventually expire and lose its potency. CBD extracts have quite a long shelf life of around 2 years if stored correctly in a cool place out of sun light.
Does cold pressed hemp oil contain cannabinoids?
Cold pressed hemp oil contains cannabinoids but only in trace amounts not active dosage amounts.
What is homeostasis?
Homeostasis is the complete chemical balance within the body allowing the brain to maintain and regulate the systems of the body.
Why is processed food devoid of nutritional value?
Processed food has no nutritional value, because it has been removed to increase its longevity on the shelf. The nutritional elements in food are more often than, responsible for the colour [beta carotenoid’s, flavonoids, carotenoids etc]. Taste and smell [terpenes]. Unfortunately, these compounds also known as volatile oil are what makes food go off quickly. So the processed food industry removes them leaving food tasteless and colourless, they replace the natural flavours and colours with artificial ones known as E numbers the processed foods then looks the same tastes the same and smells the same, but as lost all its nutritional density. The Processed food industries profit margins go up the overall well-being of the consumer diminishes. All for profit this way of processing our food has been common practice since the late sixties and continues to this day.
What is a superfood?
A superfood is a fairly. new term, referring to foods that offer exceptional nutritional density for minimal calories, they are packed with vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants.
Why do our supplements stand apart from all other supplements?
Our supplement’s ingredients, are all certified organic and are vegan grade. They are free of anti clagging agents, and bulking agents, there are no artificial additives. All ingredients are the very best after 13 years of searching for the finest quality. All ingredients are active ingredients and are formulated in the correct active dosages to work synergistically with each other, producing an array of multi-dimensional half benefits with minimal disruption to the body.
How long have adaptogens been used in medicine or to improve athletic performance and protect from the negative effects of stress?
For centuries civilisations all around the world have been using adaptogens to help the body deal with the effects of stress. Ancient cultures revered adaptogenic herbs for their stress management and performance enhancing properties. The Chinese use Jiaogulan Tea for longevity and performance enhancement, the Tibetans use Rhodiola to combat altitude sickness and to protect themselves from the cold. The Vikings use Siberian Ginseng to enhance their performance in battle and the Russians used Rhodiola to protect their cosmonauts against space sickness and Siberian Ginseng to enhance the performance of their soldiers and athletes.
Do I need a special diet to get optimal health benefits when using adaptogens?
Adaptogens contain most of the Phyto nutrients required to carry out their unique biological actions within systems of the body. For example, Jiaogulan Tea activates the production of the bodies super oxide cleaners and also contains the correct minerals to manufacture them. As with all supplements you only get optimal health benefits if your vitamin values are optimal especially your B vitamins. If it is the performance enhancement benefits you are targeting while taking adaptogens your muscles need fuel to make energy, they also need to recover and repair. So, a well-balanced diet is essential along with good sleep patterns.
Why are cordyceps effective at clearing up recurring sinus infections that antibiotics can't clear up?
Cordyceps at the optimal dosage process potent anti-bacterial and anti-viral actions against antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria that often cause these sinus infections. The active constituents responsible for these actions are cordycepin.
When looking to purchase a mushroom supplement, what should I look for as a benchmark of quality?
When looking for proof of quality in an adaptogenic mushroom supplement, you should always look for purity, certified organic and optimal dosage without having to take a substantial quantity of capsules per day.
Which adaptogenic mushrooms may alleviate symptoms associated with auto immune disorders?
Chaga mushroom and Reishi mushroom are both potent immune system modulators. This means they have active constituents that can up-regulate and down–reregulate the immune system, but the Reishi mushroom also possesses constituents that modulate inflammation that, more often than not, go hand in hand with auto immune disorders.
How does The Cosmic Wellness Company's Lion’s Mane boost testosterone levels?
Lion’s Mane active constituents may influence activity in the hypothalamus which in turn can up regulate testosterone production.
