Mushroom Gummies Research: What the Studies Tested and What the Label Says
One page for every gummy question: the label facts, the ingredient research and its limits, and where to buy.
Mushroom Gummies (10 Functional Mushrooms)
$47.99Mushroom gummies are chewable supplements that deliver mushroom extracts, and sometimes added ingredients, in a candy-style format. Pilly Labs sells four: 10-Mushroom Gummies, Cordyceps Energy Gummies, Reishi Relax Gummies and Adaptogen Vitality Gummies. The most useful way to choose between them is by what the label discloses: Cordyceps Energy Gummies lists every active amount, 10-Mushroom Gummies lists one combined blend total, Reishi Relax Gummies lists Reishi Extract 200 mg plus four supporting ingredients at 25 mg each per gummy, and Adaptogen Vitality Gummies lists four mushroom extracts at 87 mg each. Ingredient research on this page is context, not a promise about any Pilly product.
Label facts below are as published on each Pilly Labs product page on 2026-10-08. The bottle you receive is the final authority.
What's in each product
| Product | Serving | Actives and amounts as disclosed | Form | Other ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Mushroom Gummies | 2 gummies; 30 servings (60 gummies) | 250 mg total Mushroom Extract Blend. Species named: Lion's Mane, Reishi, Chaga, Cordyceps, Shiitake, Maitake, Turkey Tail, White Button, Black Fungus, Royal Sun. Amount of each species: not disclosed in the current public product text. | Fruiting body 10:1 extract | Glucose syrup, sugar, dextrose, pectin, citric acid, natural raspberry flavor, sodium citrate, purple carrot juice concentrate, palm oil (contains carnauba wax) |
| Cordyceps Energy Gummies | 1 gummy; 30 servings | Cordyceps extract 200 mg; Ginkgo leaf extract 25 mg; GABA 25 mg; L-Glutamine 25 mg; DMAE 25 mg | Cordyceps species and part of the mushroom: not disclosed in the current public product text | Organic cane sugar, tapioca syrup, purified water, citrus pectin, citric acid, strawberry natural flavor, sodium citrate, beet powder |
| Reishi Relax Gummies | 1 gummy; 30 servings | Reishi Extract 200 mg; L-Theanine 25 mg; Lemon Balm 25 mg; Passion Flower 25 mg; Valerian Root 25 mg | Gummy; the label does not specify mushroom part | Organic cane sugar, tapioca syrup, purified water, citrus pectin, citric acid, blackberry natural flavor, sodium citrate, color from blackberries; 2 g added sugar per gummy |
| Adaptogen Vitality Gummies | 1 gummy; 30 servings | Lion's Mane Extract 87 mg; Shiitake Extract 87 mg; Chaga Extract 87 mg; Maitake Extract 87 mg | Extract; the label does not specify mushroom part | Organic cane sugar, tapioca syrup, purified water, citrus pectin, citric acid, orange natural flavor, sodium citrate, color from beta carotene; 2 g added sugar per gummy |
Reishi Relax Gummies, Adaptogen Vitality Gummies and Cordyceps Energy Gummies each list 2 g of total and added sugar per one-gummy serving. The 10-Mushroom Gummies label lists 5 g of total and added sugars per two-gummy serving.
What the research says about these ingredients
Each entry gives the type of evidence, what was studied, and what it does not show.
Cordyceps
Evidence type: human randomized trials and a systematic review. A 2017 double-blind, placebo-controlled trial gave 28 adults a 4 g per day blend containing Cordyceps militaris for one week (10 continued for three weeks) and measured exercise tolerance on a cycle test; the main between-group interaction tests were not significant at one week. At three weeks, the VO2max interaction was significant; separate confidence-interval analyses reported time-to-exhaustion improvements within the mushroom group (PMID 27408987). A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis of 14 trials in 528 athletes reported better endurance performance, ventilatory threshold and VO2peak with Cordyceps sinensis in the eight studies it could pool (PMID 41280379).
What this does not show: the trial used a mushroom blend at 4 g per day, not 200 mg of a single extract, and the review pooled a different species and many products. Neither tested a Pilly gummy, and neither shows that any gummy raises energy.
Reishi
Evidence type: reviews. A 2023 review summarizes research on Ganoderma lucidum, including its long traditional use and immune-related mechanisms (PMID 36734035). A 2015 Cochrane review included five trials with 398 participants. Only three provided data for statistical analysis, and all participants in those three had type 2 diabetes. Most analyzed cardiovascular-risk measures did not improve; after-meal blood glucose results were inconsistent. The authors found that the evidence did not support Reishi for treating cardiovascular risk factors in this population (PMID 25686270).
What this does not show: preparations, doses and outcomes vary widely between studies. The research is mixed and tied to specific questions, and it does not establish relaxation, sleep or any other outcome for Reishi Relax Gummies, which lists 200 mg of Reishi Extract per gummy.
Lion's Mane
Evidence type: a small human trial. In 18 healthy adults aged 18 to 35, a single 3 g dose of Lion's Mane fruiting-body 10:1 extract produced no significant effect on overall cognition or mood 90 minutes later; one individual task (the pegboard test) improved (PMID 40276537).
What this does not show: a single acute dose in young adults says nothing about daily use, and no gummy on this page discloses a Lion's Mane amount comparable to 3 g.
GABA
Evidence type: systematic review of 14 placebo-controlled human trials, concluding limited evidence for stress and very limited evidence for sleep (PMID 33041752).
What this does not show: the review does not establish that 25 mg of GABA inside a multi-ingredient gummy has any effect.
Ginkgo
Evidence type: evidence summary from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. It reports no conclusive evidence that ginkgo is helpful for any health condition, and notes a possible bleeding risk for people taking anticoagulant drugs such as warfarin (NCCIH).
What this does not show: it does not support a memory or focus outcome from 25 mg of ginkgo leaf extract.
Valerian and passionflower
Evidence type: NCCIH summaries. For valerian, evidence on sleep is inconsistent, and it should not be combined with alcohol or sedatives (NCCIH: valerian). For passionflower, there is not enough evidence for most uses, and it should not be used during pregnancy (NCCIH: passionflower).
What this does not show: the label lists 25 mg each of Valerian Root and Passion Flower in Reishi Relax Gummies, so these amounts are below the standalone study doses discussed above; the label does not establish an outcome for this multi-ingredient gummy.
Shiitake and Turkey Tail (in the 10-Mushroom blend)
Evidence type: Shiitake, a 4-week dietary trial in 52 healthy adults eating 5 or 10 g of whole dried mushroom a day, measured immune-cell and saliva markers (PMID 25866155). Turkey Tail, systematic reviews of specialized extracts used alongside conventional cancer care (PMID 36445793, PMID 31333449).
What this does not show: 5 to 10 g of whole mushroom is far more material than a share of a 250 mg blend, and cancer-care research cannot be applied to a general wellness gummy. Anyone in cancer care should involve their care team.
How to choose between the gummies
- You want one chewable naming ten species and accept a combined total: 10-Mushroom Gummies. The trade-off is that no species amount is disclosed.
- You want every active amount on the label: Cordyceps Energy Gummies is the only gummy here that lists them individually. It also contains ginkgo and sugar-based ingredients.
- You want four named mushroom extracts at stated amounts: Adaptogen Vitality Gummies, with Lion's Mane, Shiitake, Chaga and Maitake at 87 mg each.
- You want a Reishi-led evening-routine gummy with added botanicals: Reishi Relax Gummies, which names valerian root and passionflower. Pilly Labs suggests 1 to 2 gummies about 30 to 60 minutes before winding down; no result is promised.
- You want to avoid gummies or added sugar: see drops or capsules, and read each label, since drops list stevia and sugar-free status is not established.
Several products overlap in mushroom species and added ingredients. Ask a clinician before combining them.
Safety and who should check with a clinician
- Ask a clinician first if you are pregnant or nursing, under 18, take any medication, or have a medical condition.
- Ask first if you use blood-thinning or anticoagulant medication or blood-sugar medication (the 10-Mushroom Gummies page flags this; its blend includes Chaga).
- Chaga contains oxalates; people with a history of kidney stones or oxalate-related conditions should ask first (10-Mushroom Gummies).
- Cordyceps Energy Gummies: ask first if you have blood pressure concerns, blood sugar conditions or seizure disorders; DMAE has limited human research.
- Reishi Relax Gummies contain valerian root and passionflower and may cause drowsiness. Avoid driving if drowsy, and ask first if you take sedative or anti-anxiety medication.
- Do not use with a known mushroom allergy.
Frequently asked questions
Gummies vs capsules: which is better?
Neither is better in general. Gummies are chewable. The Pilly Chaga capsule lists no sweetener and states its Chaga amount. Compare labels rather than formats.
Do mushroom gummies contain sugar?
Cordyceps Energy Gummies list organic cane sugar and tapioca syrup, with 2 g of total and added sugar per one-gummy serving. The 10-Mushroom Gummies label lists 5 g of total and added sugars per two-gummy serving. Reishi Relax Gummies and Adaptogen Vitality Gummies each list 2 g of total and added sugar per one-gummy serving.
Is a 250 mg blend the same as 250 mg of each mushroom?
No. The 250 mg on 10-Mushroom Gummies is the total for all ten species, and the share of each is not disclosed.
When should I take them?
Cordyceps Energy Gummies are directed for the morning, 1 to 2 gummies. 10-Mushroom Gummies are directed at 1 to 2 gummies daily with or without food. Reishi Relax Gummies are directed 30 to 60 minutes before winding down. Always follow the bottle.
Can I take more than one Pilly product?
Products overlap in species and added ingredients, so total intake adds up. Ask a clinician before combining, especially with medication.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
The research in figures
Figure 1 Label disclosure
Which gummy tells you how much of what?
Every ingredient on the four current Supplement Facts labels, and whether its amount is listed on its own or folded into a combined blend.
- Listed separately
- Combined blend
- Not named
| Ingredient | 10-Mushroom Gummies | Cordyceps Energy Gummies | Reishi Relax Gummies | Adaptogen Vitality Gummies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mushrooms | ||||
| Lion's Mane, Chaga, Shiitake, Maitake | Combined blend: In 250 mg blend | Not named | Not named | Listed separately: 87 mg each |
| Reishi | Combined blend: In 250 mg blend | Not named | Listed separately: 200 mg | Not named |
| Cordyceps | Combined blend: In 250 mg blend | Listed separately: 200 mg | Not named | Not named |
| Turkey Tail, White Button, Black Fungus, Royal Sun | Combined blend: In 250 mg blend | Not named | Not named | Not named |
| Other actives | ||||
| Ginkgo leaf, GABA, L-Glutamine, DMAE | Not named | Listed separately: 25 mg each | Not named | Not named |
| L-Theanine, lemon balm, passionflower, valerian root | Not named | Not named | Listed separately: 25 mg each | Not named |
| On the label | ||||
| Serving | 2 gummies; 30 servings | 1 gummy; 30 servings | 1 gummy; 30 servings | 1 gummy; 30 servings |
| Added sugars | 5 g per serving | 2 g per gummy | 2 g per gummy | 2 g per gummy |
10-Mushroom Gummies
- Combined blend: Lion's Mane, Chaga, Shiitake, Maitake In 250 mg blend
- Combined blend: Reishi In 250 mg blend
- Combined blend: Cordyceps In 250 mg blend
- Combined blend: Turkey Tail, White Button, Black Fungus, Royal Sun In 250 mg blend
- Serving
- 2 gummies; 30 servings
- Added sugars
- 5 g per serving
Cordyceps Energy Gummies
- Listed separately: Cordyceps 200 mg
- Listed separately: Ginkgo leaf, GABA, L-Glutamine, DMAE 25 mg each
- Serving
- 1 gummy; 30 servings
- Added sugars
- 2 g per gummy
Reishi Relax Gummies
- Listed separately: Reishi 200 mg
- Listed separately: L-Theanine, lemon balm, passionflower, valerian root 25 mg each
- Serving
- 1 gummy; 30 servings
- Added sugars
- 2 g per gummy
Adaptogen Vitality Gummies
- Listed separately: Lion's Mane, Chaga, Shiitake, Maitake 87 mg each
- Serving
- 1 gummy; 30 servings
- Added sugars
- 2 g per gummy
“Not named” means the label does not list the ingredient. “In blend” means the label gives one combined amount, not each mushroom’s share.
In shortCordyceps Energy, Reishi Relax and Adaptogen Vitality list every amount. 10-Mushroom gives one 250 mg total for ten fruiting-body extracts, without each mushroom's share. Reishi Relax lists Reishi at 200 mg plus L-Theanine, lemon balm, passionflower and valerian root at 25 mg each.
Sources Supplement Facts labels and product pages, checked 2026-10-08: 10-Mushroom Gummies, Adaptogen Vitality Gummies, Reishi Relax Gummies, Cordyceps Energy Gummies. The package you receive is the final authority.
Figure 2 Amounts to scale
Is a 250 mg blend the same as 250 mg of each mushroom?
Each bar is one labeled serving on the same milligram scale. Solid segments are listed separately; the hatched block is one combined total.
- Listed separately
- Combined blend
In shortNo. 250 mg is the total for all ten species, and the label does not state the share of each. Cordyceps Energy and Adaptogen Vitality can be read segment by segment.
Sources Supplement Facts labels and product pages, checked 2026-10-08: Cordyceps Energy Gummies, Adaptogen Vitality Gummies, 10-Mushroom Gummies, Reishi Relax Gummies. The package you receive is the final authority.
Figure 3 Evidence map
How close is the research to what is in the gummy?
For each ingredient with a stated study amount, the study (top) is set against the current label (bottom), stage by stage. A break in the line marks where they part ways.
- What the study used
- What the current label says
- Matches
- Differs
- Not confirmed
Cordyceps
Human randomized trialLabel compared: Cordyceps Energy Gummies
- Species and partStudy: Blend containing Cordyceps militarisNot confirmedLabel: Cordyceps extract; species and part not disclosed
- FormStudy: Mushroom blendDiffersLabel: Single extract in a five-active gummy
- AmountStudy: 4 g a dayDiffersLabel: 200 mg per 1-gummy serving
What this does not show. The trial used a 4 g blend, not 200 mg of a single extract. A 2025 review pooled a different species, Cordyceps sinensis, in athletes. Neither tested a Pilly gummy.
Lion's Mane
Small human trialLabel compared: 10-Mushroom and Adaptogen Vitality Gummies
- Species and partStudy: Lion's Mane fruiting bodyMatchesLabel: Fruiting body (10-Mushroom); part not stated (Adaptogen Vitality)
- FormStudy: 10:1 extractMatchesLabel: 10:1 extract in a ten-species blend; extract (Adaptogen Vitality)
- AmountStudy: 3 g, single doseDiffersLabel: 87 mg per serving (Adaptogen Vitality); share of a 250 mg blend, not stated (10-Mushroom)
What this does not show. A single acute dose in young adults says nothing about daily use, and no gummy here lists a Lion's Mane amount close to 3 g.
Shiitake
Dietary trialLabel compared: 10-Mushroom and Adaptogen Vitality Gummies
- Species and partStudy: ShiitakeMatchesLabel: Shiitake
- FormStudy: Whole dried mushroom, eatenDiffersLabel: Extract (fruiting body 10:1 in 10-Mushroom)
- AmountStudy: 5 or 10 g a dayDiffersLabel: 87 mg per serving (Adaptogen Vitality); share of a 250 mg blend, not stated (10-Mushroom)
What this does not show. 5 to 10 g of whole mushroom is far more material than 87 mg of extract or a share of a 250 mg blend.
Reishi
Cochrane reviewLabel compared: Reishi Relax Gummies
- Species and partStudy: Ganoderma lucidumNot confirmedLabel: Reishi extract; species not named on the label
- FormStudy: Preparations vary between trialsNot confirmedLabel: Extract
- AmountStudy: Doses vary between trialsNot confirmedLabel: 200 mg per serving
What this does not show. The research is mixed and tied to specific questions, and doses vary between trials, so the 200 mg on the label cannot be matched to one study.
Amount scales are logarithmic: each step is ten times the one before. Study amounts are per day or per dose as tested; label amounts are per labeled serving.
In shortWhere species or form line up, the amount does not, or cannot be checked. No cited study tested a Pilly gummy.
Sources Supplement Facts labels and product pages, checked 2026-10-08: Cordyceps Energy Gummies, 10-Mushroom Gummies, Adaptogen Vitality Gummies, Reishi Relax Gummies. Research: PMID 27408987, PMID 41280379, PMID 40276537, PMID 25866155, PMID 25686270. The package you receive is the final authority.
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Common questions
How do I compare mushroom gummies?
Does a study on a mushroom show that a gummy will work?
Who should check with a clinician first?
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Talk with a clinician before use if you are pregnant or nursing, take medication, or have a medical condition.