Purica - Power Protein 7 mush + Ash Natural - 630g

• High in antioxidants, enhancing immunity with 1,430mg of full spectrum mushrooms per serving
• Ensures optimal protein absorption and digestion with ProHydrolase®
• Provides a complete amino acid profile from organic sprouted brown rice and high-grade pea protein
• To reduce stress, cortiosol and C-Reactive Protein inflammation marker.

Ingredients (per dose unit)

Each scoop (30 grams) contains: 

Fermented pea protein isolate, Organic sprouted brown rice protein, ProHydrolase® enzyme blend (bacterial protease and stem bromelain), Organic Chaga, Lion’s mane, Cordyceps, Red reishi, Shiitake, Maitake, Agaricus and Turkey tail mushroom powder.

Vanilla and Chocolate flavoured versions also contain: Organic Monk Fruit, Natural Flavour.

Directions: 
Add 1 scoop (30g) to 250ml of water, beverage of your choice or simply add to your favourite smoothie.

As a source of high quality protein, easy to digest and to help reduce stress, cortisol and C-Reactive Protein (CRP). This curated blend of fermented pea protein, sprouted brown rice protein, full spectrum mushrooms, ashwagandha and digestive enzyme blend provides your body with all the amino acids (protein) it needs to function optimally while also strengthening your immune system and reducing symptoms of stress. When you’ve got those three bases covered you are on track optimizing wellness and having the energy to power through your day (and your workouts). No matter what your goals are – from supporting a growth spurt to repairing your body post-exercise to helping you maintain muscle mass – Purica Power Protein has you covered with its high-quality protein profile. Known for its smooth texture and clean taste this protein powder mixes well on its own with a liquid of choice or brings a fruit smoothie to whole new level. Pure monk fruit extract is our sweetener of choice to ensure this product leaves you with anything but a bad taste in your mouth!

There isn’t much traditional uses & folklore around protein powders, but there is some!  Did you know the history of whey (a purified protein source from animal milk) is said to have been discovered in about 5500 BC?  Fast forward to the Victoria Era (~1837-1901) legume flours and vegetable albumins (a class of proteins) began to be popularized and used as supplements and health products.  By the 1950s protein powders had become commercialized and more widely available.  Starting around 1998-2000 pea and rice protein powders had gained attention and began their rise.  

Today it is understood that the body operates off amino acids, the compounds that make up proteins and the source of protein isn’t as important as making sure your body is getting adequate amounts of the essential amino acids (EAA).  EAA are the amino acids that the body must get from exogenous (out of the body) sources.  Protein has always been understood as a critical component of human health, today we are lucky to live in a time where so many options are available to us to ensure we get enough of this critical macro-nutrient

The other ingredients in Purica Power Protein have much more information in the Ancient Wisdom, Healing Traditions and Folklore categories. 

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is one of the most revered herbs in Ayurveda, with a history of traditional use spanning over 3,000 to 6,000 years. In ancient Indian medicine, it is classified as a Rasayana, meaning a rejuvenator tonic designed to promote longevity, physical strength, and mental health. 

"Power of a Horse" (Vitality and Strength) 

• Traditional Meaning: It is believed that consuming the root imparts the strength, vigor, and stamina.
• Use Case: Ashwagandha was historically given to individuals to combat debility (weakness), restore energy after illness, and enhance sexual vitality.

"Rasayana" (Rejuvenator)

• Longevity and Wellness: As a Rasayana, Ashwagandha is described in ancient texts like the Charaka Samhita as an herbal preparation that promotes a youthful state of physical and mental health.

"Adaptogen" (Stress Management) 

• Balancing Vata and Kapha: Ayurveda views health as a balance of doshas (energies). Ashwagandha is used to pacify Vata (air/space) and Kapha (water/earth) imbalances, which often manifest as anxiety, fatigue, or coldness.
• Sleep Inducer: The species name somnifera is derived from Latin, meaning "sleep-inducing," and it has been used for centuries to treat insomnia and improve sleep quality. 

For more information on the Ancient Wisdom, Healing Traditions and Folklore of Ashwagandha, please visit our Ashwagandha page here

Medicinal mushrooms have been valued in traditional healing systems for thousands of years across diverse cultures, long before modern science validated many of their properties.  Here is an short summary of some of the uses across different cultures and timeframes. 

In Ancient China, mushrooms featured prominently in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as far back as 100 BCE or earlier. Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), known as the "mushroom of immortality" or "ling zhi," was prized for promoting longevity, strengthening Qi (vital energy), boosting immunity, calming the mind, and treating respiratory issues, fatigue, and chronic debility. Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) was used for nourishment and immune support, while others like Zhu Ling addressed fluid balance and detoxification.

In Japan and Korea, similar traditions drew from Chinese influences, employing reishi and shiitake for vitality, anti-aging, and disease resistance.

Ancient Greece records show Hippocrates (c. 450 BCE) using the amadou mushroom (Fomes fomentarius) as an anti-inflammatory and for cauterizing wounds.

Indigenous North American peoples applied puffball mushrooms (Calvatia spp.) as wound healers and styptics.

Mesoamerican Cultures (Maya, Aztecs) incorporated mushrooms, including sacred psychoactive species (Psilocybe spp.), in rituals for spiritual healing, divination, and physical ailments like fever or gout.

Siberian and Northern Indigenous groups used chaga (Inonotus obliquus) for infections, cardiovascular health, and general vitality.

Ötzi the Iceman (c. 3300 BCE) carried birch polypore (for infections) and tinder fungi.

Overall, traditional uses focused on immune modulation, anti-inflammatory effects, wound healing, energy restoration, longevity, and spiritual/emotional balance—reflecting mushrooms' role as adaptogens and tonics in holistic systems worldwide.