Mushrooms for Menstrual Cycles and Menopause — Yes, Really!
Hormonal health is more than just managing symptoms, it’s about feeling connected to your body through every phase of change. And while mushrooms might not be the first thing that comes to mind, they’re quietly becoming some of the most exciting natural allies in women’s wellness.
Functional mushrooms are adaptogens, unlike culinary mushrooms they contain compound which have traditionally been used to help the body respond to stress and restore balance. They contain compounds like beta-glucans and polysaccharides, which are being explored for their roles in immune support, cognitive clarity, and emotional steadiness. For women navigating hormonal shifts, that’s a powerful toolkit.
At Love Mushrooms, we grow many of our mushrooms right here in Scotland, where the cool, clean climate allows for slow, nutrient-rich cultivation. This careful growing process helps preserve the integrity of the mushrooms’ active compounds, especially beta-glucans, which are key to what makes functional mushrooms truly functional.
“We believe every stage of a woman’s hormonal journey matters — from the monthly ebb and flow of PMS, through perimenopause, and on to menopause. Too often, we’re met with confusion, silence, or one-size-fits-all solutions that don’t reflect what we truly need. That’s why we created the Empower Range — to offer real women, real tools.”
— Rachael Hall, Director of Health & Beauty, Love Mushrooms
We pair our mushrooms with high-NRV vitamins, minerals, and targeted botanicals to create blends that meet real needs, gently, intelligently, and without overstimulation. And no — they don’t taste like mushrooms! We get asked that a lot. Our capsules are neutral, and our coffees are smooth, comforting, and easy to love.



PMS: The Monthly Mayhem
The days before your period can feel like a storm – bloating, fatigue, brain fog, mood swings. But what if nature had a way to help you feel more grounded?
- Reishi, the mushroom of serenity, grows deep red and lacquered across the forests of China and Japan. It’s revered for its calming properties and ability to support emotional steadiness.
- Cordyceps, with its bright orange tendrils, thrives in the high-altitude regions of Tibet. It’s traditionally used to support stamina and oxygen flow — ideal for those energy dips.
- Lion’s Mane, pale and cascading like a frozen waterfall, grows in temperate woodlands across Asia and Europe. It’s known for supporting cognitive clarity and focus.
Our Empower PMS Capsules combine these mushrooms with plant extracts and minerals including Chasteberry and Nettle, plus iron and B vitamins — all at meaningful levels. These nutrients can help towards replenishing what the body loses during menstruation and support mood, energy, and mental sharpness.
Reishi is nature’s way of saying “you’ve got this.”

Perimenopause: The Foggy Middle Ground
Women spend on average a third of their lives going through the stages of menopause, bringing unpredictable moods, disrupted sleep, and a sense of “not quite feeling right.” This is where adaptogens and minerals shine.
- Ashwagandha, a root used in Ayurvedic medicine, helps the body respond to stress and supports emotional balance.
- Lion’s Mane can support mental clarity, especially when the dreaded brain fog creeps in.
- Cordyceps offers gentle energy and stamina, without overstimulation.
- Reishi remains a grounding force, helping the body unwind naturally.
Our Empower Perimenopause Capsules and Decaf Coffee blend these mushrooms with Red Clover, Sage, Dong Quai, and a solid level of magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins. These nutrients are traditionally known to support the nervous system, reduce tiredness and fatigue, and contribute to hormonal balance, especially when stress and sleep are disrupted.
Feel Supported – Feel Empowered

Menopause: The Reset
Menopause is a transition, into the next stage of your life, it’s not a decline. But while our hormones are trying to find their new normal it can bring hot flushes, sleep disruption, and emotional shifts. This is where research shows that mushrooms and minerals can work together to restore balance.
- Shiitake, with its rich brown cap and umami depth, grows across East Asia and is being studied for its role in immunity and bone health.
- Maitake, known as the “dancing mushroom,” grows in clusters at the base of oak trees in Japan and North America. It’s traditionally used to support metabolic and hormonal balance.
- Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps to support energy and cognitive clarity.
- Reishi, ever the “serenity mushroom”, it can help ease emotional tension and support restful sleep.
Our Empower Menopause Capsules and Decaf Coffee combine five functional mushrooms with adaptogens and high-NRV nutrients. Magnesium helps regulate neurotransmitters, while B vitamins support energy and mood, all without causing drowsiness or overstimulation.
Menopause: The Reset
Final Thought
Whatever the stage of your hormonal journey, whether you’re navigating PMS, struggling with perimenopause, or embracing menopause, functional mushrooms offer something extraordinary: natural and gentle with intelligent support that meets you where you are. They’re not just ingredients they’re allies. And when blended with the right nutrients and adaptogens, they help you feel supported, feel empowered, and feel more like yourself again.
