Menstrual Cycle Syncing with Mushrooms: Your New PMS Toolkit

If you’ve ever felt like your body has a mind of its own during your cycle, you’re not imagining it, and you are not alone. According to The Huffington Post, more than a third of women do not understand their own menstrual cycles (1). Hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle can impact various aspects, from focus and energy to sleep and immunity.

But what if instead of resisting and getting frustrated with the changes, you could work with them? 

Let’s understand the different phases of your cycle and cycle sync, a method of aligning your nutrition, exercise, and supplements with the four phases of your menstrual cycle. And at the heart of this natural approach? Functional mushrooms, adaptogenic fungi that work with your body’s internal rhythm to bring balance and resilience.

With DIRTEA’s range of mushroom powders and gummies—each infused with vitamins like B12, B5, Zinc, and Vitamin C—you can now create a daily ritual that supports you at every stage.

Menstrual Phase (Day 1–5): Rest, Replenish & Gently Reboot with Cordyceps + B12

During your period, oestrogen and progesterone are at their lowest. It’s common to feel tired, unmotivated, and physically drained. While this is a time for rest, supporting your body with gentle energy can help ease fatigue and maintain momentum.

Cordyceps is traditionally used to support libido, vitality and stamina. Modern science backs its role in increasing energy and performance.

DIRTEA Cordyceps Performance Powder is infused with:

• Vitamin B12, which contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and helps reduce tiredness and fatigue

Unlike caffeine, Cordyceps provides a smooth, crash-free energy lift, making it the perfect ally when you need to function without forcing your body into overdrive.

Pro tip: Add to a smoothie, morning tonic or enjoy the Performance Gummies for a zero-sugar, caffeine free energy boost.

Follicular Phase (Day 6–13): Focus, Flow & Brain Power with Lion’s Mane + B5 & B12

As your period ends, oestrogen begins to rise—along with your mental sharpness, creativity, and drive. This is your most productive phase, and a great time to support your cognitive performance.

Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) supports memory, focus, and the nervous system.

DIRTEA Lion’s Mane Focus Powder is infused with:

• Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid), which contributes to normal mental performance

• Vitamin B12, which supports the normal functioning of the nervous system and psychological function

Together, this blend supports mental clarity, reduces brain fog, and enhances focus, especially when you're ready to dive into big ideas or get into planning mode.

Pro tip: Mix Lion’s Mane with your coffee or matcha for a brain boost, or take Focus Gummies for a delicious apple-flavoured daily dose.

Ovulation (Around Day 14): Immunity & Antioxidant Defence with Chaga + Vitamin C & Zinc

Ovulation is a peak-energy, high-confidence phase, but it’s also when your immune system becomes temporarily suppressed (2) to allow for potential implantation. That’s why antioxidant and immune support is crucial during this time.

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is rich in beta-glucans, polyphenols, and antioxidants,  which help the body fight oxidative stress and inflammation 

DIRTEA Chaga Immunity Powder is infused with:

• Vitamin C, which contributes to the normal function of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress

• Zinc, which supports normal immune function, healthy skin, and cell protection

Adding Chaga into your ovulatory phase is like building a shield, fortifying your defences just as your hormones are at their highest.

Pro tip: Sip the earthy, coffee-like Chaga Powder in hot water or try Immunity Gummies in zesty lemon flavour for a refreshing daily boost.

 

Luteal Phase (Day 15–28): Calm, Soothe & Sleep with Reishi + Vitamin B12

As progesterone rises, the body begins to wind down. Many women feel more introverted, emotionally sensitive, and may experience PMS, such as irritability, cravings, anxiety, or sleep disturbances.

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is known as the “mushroom of immortality.” It helps modulate the stress response and promotes calm and restful sleep.

DIRTEA Reishi Calm Powder is infused with:

• Vitamin B12, which contributes to normal psychological function, nervous system health, and reduced fatigue

This phase is all about soothing and supporting the nervous system, allowing you to decompress before your next cycle begins.

How to use it: Mix Reishi powder with hot water and honey as a soothing nighttime ritual, or take DIRTEA Cacao, which contains Reishi, for a dreamy bedtime blend.

Why Mushrooms + Vitamins = A New Era of Hormonal Support

Adaptogenic mushrooms work in harmony with your body. When paired with clinically backed vitamins, they create a legal, effective, and natural approach to cycle support.

You’re not just supporting hormone balance—you’re supporting your brain, immune system, skin, sleep, and energy levels too.

Rooted in Ancient Wisdom, Backed by Science

Functional mushrooms have been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to support vitality, mood, and resilience. Modern science now backs many of their traditional uses:

• Lion’s Mane improves memory and brain function via NGF stimulation 

• Reishi promotes calm and sleep by regulating neurotransmitters 

• Chaga supports immunity and antioxidant activity

• Cordyceps boosts energy metabolism and energy 

Cycle syncing with DIRTEA is about working with your biology, not against it.

How to Start Your DIRTEA Cycle Ritual

1. Track your phases using an app.

2. Select your mushroom based on your current phase.

3. Stay consistent. Adaptogens work best when taken daily.

4. Listen to your body. Adjust based on what you need each month.

Final Thoughts: Your PMS Toolkit, Upgraded

PMS, brain fog, energy crashes, and mood swings don’t have to be your norm. With DIRTEA’s functional mushrooms, you can cycle in sync with your body, feeling clearer, calmer, and more energised at every phase.

Start your DIRTEA ritual today and discover what it feels like to move through your month in flow.

FAQs: 

1. What is cycle syncing, and how does it work?

Cycle syncing is the practice of aligning your lifestyle, including your nutrition, workouts, and supplements, with the hormonal phases of your menstrual cycle. The four phases—menstrual, follicular, ovulatory, and luteal—each come with distinct physiological and emotional changes. Supporting your body with the proper nutrients at the right time can ease PMS symptoms, improve energy, and enhance mental performance.

2. How do functional mushrooms support hormonal health?

Functional mushrooms are adaptogens—natural compounds that help your body adapt to stress, regulate internal balance, and support key systems like the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems. While they don’t contain hormones, with the help of added Vitamins to DITREA muhsrooms, they help regulate systems influenced by hormonal fluctuations, like mood, sleep, cognition, and energy.

3. What makes DIRTEA products suitable for cycle syncing?

DIRTEA’s mushrooms are dual-extracted, meaning they’re processed to preserve both water-soluble (polysaccharides) and fat-soluble (triterpenes) compounds. Each blend is enhanced with infused vitamins that target hormonal symptoms:

• B12 supports energy and mood regulation

• B5 contributes to mental performance and reduces fatigue

• Zinc supports immunity, skin health, and cell protection

• Vitamin C supports the immune system and combats oxidative stress

This makes each product a bioavailable, science-backed ritual for hormone-sensitive phases.

4. Can I combine different DIRTEA mushroom powders on the same day?

Yes. You can mix and match according to your needs:

• Start your day with Lion’s Mane for focus

• Sip Chaga mid-morning for immune support

• Take Cordyceps before a workout or walk

• Wind down with Reishi before bed

Each mushroom serves a different function and works synergistically without overstimulating your system.

5. What are the most common PMS symptoms that mushrooms can support?

DIRTEA mushrooms help with several PMS-related concerns:

• Mood swings and anxiety – DIRTEA Reishi supports relaxation and nervous system balance

• Fatigue and brain fog – DIRTEA Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps enhance mental clarity and energy

• Low immunity – DIRTEA Chaga  help support immune function, especially during ovulation

• Sleep disruption –  DIRTEA Reishi promotes restful sleep.

• Skin changes – DIRTEA Tremella C support skin health.

6. Are the gummies as effective as the powders?

Yes! DIRTEA Gummies are formulated for convenience without compromising on potency. Each gummy delivers a high-quality mushroom extract combined with targeted vitamins. For example:

• Focus Gummies (Lion’s Mane + B5 + B12)

• Immunity Gummies (Chaga + C + Zinc)

• Performance Gummies (Cordyceps + B3+ B5+C)

• Beauty Gummies (Tremella + Biotin + Selenium + C+ E + A + Zinc)

They’re great for busy weeks, travel, or when you need a grab-and-go ritual.

7. I have irregular periods—can I still cycle sync with mushrooms?

Absolutely. Even if your cycle is irregular, you can align your mushroom intake with your symptoms. For example:

• Feeling mentally foggy? Try Lion’s Mane

• Low on energy? Reach for Cordyceps

• Anxious or can’t sleep? Use Reishi

• Run down or breaking out? Add Chaga

The beauty of functional mushrooms is their adaptability—they meet you where you are, whether you’re cycling monthly, irregularly, or in perimenopause.

8. Can I use these mushrooms for perimenopause or postmenopause support?

Yes. The adaptogenic and antioxidant effects of these mushrooms are also valuable during perimenopause and menopause, when hormone fluctuations can cause hot flashes, low energy, poor sleep, or mood swings.

9. How long does it take to feel results with DIRTEA mushrooms?

Some people notice effects like improved focus or calmer sleep within a few days. However, the best results are achieved through consistent daily use over time. Like most adaptogens, mushrooms build their benefits gradually, working best as part of a daily ritual.

10. Are DIRTEA products suitable for people who don’t menstruate?

Yes! While this blog focuses on cycle syncing, DIRTEA mushrooms offer broad support for anyone looking to boost focus, immunity, energy, or relaxation, regardless of gender or age.

11. Do DIRTEA mushrooms contain caffeine?

No. All DIRTEA mushroom pure powders and gummies are caffeine-free. They’re designed to give you natural support without jitters, crashes, or sleep disruption, making them perfect for afternoon or evening use. However, the  DIRTEA blends, such as Coffee and Chai, do contain small amounts of caffeine, but they work synergistically with mushrooms to provide an energy boost and prevent crashes and jitters.

Always check the product label and consult your healthcare provider if you have specific allergies or sensitivities

12. Are the products suitable for vegans and those with allergies?

Yes, all DIRTEA products are:

• 100% vegan

• Gluten-free

• Non-GMO

• Free from fillers, binders, and synthetic additives

Always check the product label and consult your healthcare provider if you have specific allergies or sensitivities.

References 

1. HuffPost UK. (2023, January 20). Here’s What’s Actually Happening During Each Phase Of Your Menstrual Cycle. Retrieved from https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/understand-menstrual-cycle-period_uk_63ca84ffe4b0c2b49ad4c32b

2. Jurić, J., Peng, H., Song, M., Vučković, F., Šimunović, J., Trbojević-Akmačić, I., … & Lauc, G. (2023). Periodic Changes in the N-Glycosylation of Immunoglobulin G During the Menstrual Cycle. Engineering, 26, 108–118. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eng.2022.10.020