How to Take Brain Food

There’s no single “right” way to take Brain Food - everyone’s brain and body respond differently. So here is one way, informed by personal experience over 12 years (on and off) of microdosing.

What matters most is finding a rhythm that feels supportive,
and prioritizing the time and resources to integrate responsibly.

The 3 days on, 2 days off Protocol

Taking it this way maintains brain’s natural recovery cycles. I feel like it also gives my brain some time to flex naturally and level itself up to the new mushroom-powered operating system. 

But there is no quantified rule for this (yet). Some folks prefer 2 days on, 2 days off. Others prefer 4 days on, 3 days off. And others have reported doing 1 day on and 3 days off was best for them. We simply don't have enough data yet to set a protocol that works for most, and based on bio individuality, a one size fits all may not exist. 

So, we suggest to start with 3on/2off for the first month, and adjust if needed.

Example Schedule:

• Mon: ON

• Tue: ON

• Wed: ON

• Thu: OFF

• Fri: OFF

• Sat: ON

• Sun: ON

   •   Mon: ON

• Tue: OFF

• Wed: OFF

(…repeat pattern)

1. Take the mushroom capsule in the morning, with a glass of water.

2. 10-20 minutes later, take the niacin capsule. 

3. Follow with a light, nourishing breakfast.

Note: Niacin induces a temporary flushing sensation of warmth and redness as it increases blood flow. This is the vehicle for distributing the effective compounds further in the body and crossing the blood-brain barrier. If you feel discomfort, breathe through it.

What to Expect:

Most people feel subtle shifts in mood, focus, or perception within week 1.

More noticeable changes in motivation, emotional resilience, and clarity often show up by week 2.

Long-term benefits like rewiring patterns and improved mental health build over time.
The effects and benefits are cumulative. Consistency matters more than intensity.

Integration is Important

Transformation deepens through integration. Intentionally reflect on your experience - speak with someone you trust, process with your therapist, or document your observations in a journal or app. Tracking subtle shifts in mindset, patterns and perception strengthens new neural pathways and supports durable change.