I’m quite religious in my following of Andrew Huberman and his weekly The Huberman Lab podcast. For those of you that are unfamiliar, Andrew Huberman is a professor of neuroscience and ophthalmology at Stanford School of Medicine.

Many of his teachings have been distilled into this newsletter and his weekly podcast has greatly improved my acumen in science and science-based tools for life improvement.

Last week he released a podcast on optimizing brain chemistry. The segment regarding increasing dopamine receptors was particularly interesting to me. Dopamine is a type of neurotransmitter and hormone. It’s partly responsible for body functions, including movement, memory, motivation, and to a lesser extent pleasure.

In this segment Dr. Huberman advocates, as does science, for the consistent ingestion of caffeine for increasing dopamine receptors so that the brain can receive and park dopamine.

I won’t argue with science, however I do feel as if this segment was missing something related to efficient use of caffeine. Dr. Huberman does recommend low doses of caffeine, 100 mgs, but he fails to speak to the perils of the dependency that can come from regular caffeine use, even at 100 mgs per dose. 

Why do after 7-8 hours of sleep we still reach for a stimulant quickly after waking? Are we actually tired or have we become so accustomed to habit that without it we feel less of ourselves…

Stimulants cause anxiety by increasing adrenaline in the brain and body. Without an opportunity to exert the increase in energy from raised levels of adrenaline, our system eventually crashes with serotonin and dopamine levels rising and falling in rapid succession.

I’m far from opposed to caffeine intake. We released a piece a few weeks ago about trading Coffee for Cacao, highlighting the theobromine to caffeine ratio in cacao. 

1 cup of brewed cacao has 350 mgs of theobromine and 15 mgs of caffeine. Theobromine contains precursors to dopamine and serotonin that improve mood and memory. And, according to scientific studies compiled by Dr. Huberman, caffeine increases dopamine receptors.

I won’t advocate for 100 mgs of caffeine daily to increase dopamine receptors when cacao contains much less caffeine and precursors to dopamine included in the mix. So while cacao is increasing the dopamine receptors through its caffeine content, it’s also feeding those receptors with dopamine. 

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Strengthens the immune system and improves respiratory conditions.

Turkey Tail

Improves energy level and stamina, reduces fatigue and inflammation.

Cordyceps

Minimizes viral loads in the immune system, conserving energy.

Elderberry

Formulated as a superfood snack, mycro honeys are a life-enriching, anytime whole food supplement. As part of a daily routine, a spoonful of honey will reduce inflammation, anxiety, and stress.

We’ve curated a selection of recipes to create at home.

Three distinct honeys for three distinct times of day. Stacking the formulations improves the benefits.

Our Immunity Adaptogenic Mushroom Honey helps strengthen the body’s reaction to inflammation and illness with Turkey Tail, Cordyceps and Elderberry. Try now!

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Raw Honey, Elderberry, Reishi (8:1), Lion's Mane (8:1), Turkey Tail (8:1), Chaga (8:1), Cordyceps (8:1), Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Gynostemma (20:1), Cacao, Shilajit, Cacao Butter, Vanilla.

Immune-boosting adaptogens and herbs, preserved in cacao-infused honey, to strengthen the body’s reaction to inflammation and illness.

+ Strengthens the immune System 
+ Improve digestion
+ Reduce inflammation
+ Reduce anxiety + stress

Improves energy level and stamina, reduces fatigue and inflammation. High in cordycepin and antioxidants, improving circulation and lowering blood pressure.

Pure, cold-pressed oil from cacao beans high in antioxidants and healthy fats.

Cacao Butter

Increases the ATP production in our cells, providing energy. Improves metabolism while curbing appetite, to balance blood sugar level and improve digestion.

Gynostemma

Activate – A focus-inspiring medicinal mushrooms and adaptogens to increase alertness and attentiveness, stacked in a nutrient-dense almond butter coupled with – Vitality – an energizing blend of mood-boosting, courage inspiring, adaptogens and herbs, preserved in cacao-infused honey, to significantly improve cognition and sense of self.

mycro – The Power Stack

Raw Honey, Cacao Butter, Reishi (16:1), Lion's Mane (8:1), Turkey Tail (8:1), Chaga (8:1), Cordyceps (10:1), Mucuna (20:1), Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Rhodiola (20:1), Gynostemma (20:1), Cacao, Shilajit, Vanilla Bean Powder, Elderberry, Blanched Roasted Almonds, Palm Fruit Oil, Himalayan Sea Salt. 

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Two energy-giving, stamina-improving superfoods stacked to increase the likelihood of experiencing the life-enriching benefits of Vitality and Activate. 

+ Balance and improve mood 
+ Increase alertness and attentiveness 
+ Boost Energy 
+ Reduce Anxiety and inflammation
+ Support Longevity

Improves cognitive function and brain health, while reducing stress and inflammation. High in antioxidants.

Blueberry

Nourishes kidneys and adrenals with fulvic and humic acids, cleansing and sustaining appropriate levels of magnesium and calcium.

Shilajit

Nourishes the calming moisture in the body, and serves as a nourishing tonic for women and men with healthy reproductive benefits.

Shatavari

Three distinct mushroom honeys to give the body and mind the best opportunity for improved immunity, vitality, and reduced anxiety. Stack up and save now.

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Raw Honey, Blueberry (50:1), Reishi (8:1), Lion's Mane (8:1), Turkey Tail (8:1), Chaga (8:1), Cordyceps (8:1), Passion Flower Extract, Mucuna (20:1), Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Gynostemma (20:1), Cacao, Shilajit, Cacao Butter, Vanilla, Lavender Concentrate.

A daily supplement routine condensed into three distinct spoonfuls of honey. Formulated to replace pills, powders, and capsules, The Super Stack improves energy and immunity while reducing anxiety and stress. 

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Reduces inflammation, cholesterol levels and blood pressure.

Chaga

Calms the nervous system enabling a more creative state.

Reishi

Provides stamina, energy, and warmth, improves brain function, and reduces stress.

Ashwagandha

Get energized with our mood-boosting Vitality Adaptogenic Mushroom Honey. Helps give you the drive to thrive with Chaga, Reishi, and Ashwagandha. Try now!

Vitality - Energy and Mood Boosting Mushroom Honey  | mycro

An energizing blend of mood-boosting, courage inspiring, adaptogens and herbs, preserved in cacao-infused honey, to significantly improve cognition and sense of self.

+ Encourage Drive + Focus
+ Support Longevity
+ Reduce Inflammation
+ Balance and Improve Mood

Provides stamina, energy, and warmth, improves brain function, and reduces stress. A male counterpart to Shatavari.

As an energizer and a grounder, cacao provides provides an opportunity to connect with sacred medicine through ancient foods, mushrooms and honey.

Honey is a natural preservative – when exposed to changing temperatures, light, and time it remains balanced and effective. Its thick, malleable disposition makes it ideal for homogenizing synergistic herbs and adaptogens. 

Focus-inspiring medicinal mushrooms and adaptogens to increase alertness and attentiveness, stacked in a nutrient-dense almond butter.

mycro – Activate Almond Butter

Focus-inspiring medicinal mushrooms and adaptogens to increase alertness and attentiveness, stacked in a nutrient-dense almond butter. 

+ Improve Mood
+ Increase Alertness and Attentiveness
+ Boost Energy
+ Reduce Anxiety

Repairs the nervous system, enhances memory, reduces inflammation and stress.

Lion's Mane

Calms the nervous system, elevates mood, and reduces stress and anxiety.

Passion Flower

Calm Adaptogenic Mushroom Honey's ingredients help relieve anxiety, stress, and inflammation. Made with Lion's Mane, Turkey Tail, and Passion Flower. Try now!

Calm - Stress and Anxiety-Relieving Mushroom Honey | mycro

A cooling blend of stress-reducing adaptogens and mineral rich herbs, preserved in cacao-infused honey, to calm the nervous system and alleviate anxiety.

+ Relax the mind and body
+ Reduce inflammation
+ Improve digestion
+ Reduce anxiety + stress

Eight delicious, nutrient dense whole-food bars to improve brain function, energy, and immunity. Adapt Bars are made with organic ingredients, flavored by real fruit, and stacked with 14 mood-boosting adaptogens.

Adapt Bars (8 Bars)

Vitality honey, Immunity honey, Medjool Dates, Toasted Oats, Toasted Almonds, Toasted Pecans, Avocado Oil, Blue Agave Syrup, Maple Syrup, Coconut Flakes, Wild Blueberries or Strawberries, Plantain Chips, Pink Himalayan Salt, Ground Cinnamon, Hemp Seeds

Nutrient dense whole-food bars to improve brain function, energy, and immunity. Adapt Bars are made with organic ingredients, flavored by real fruit, and stacked with 14 mood-boosting adaptogens.

+ Encourage Drive and Energy
+ Improve Brain Function
+ Balance and Improve Mood
+ Reduce Inflammation

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