Get familiar with mycologist Paul Stamets’ work and you’ll come across this surprising fact: Humans share almost half the same genetic material as mushrooms, to the point we can contract many of the same viruses. And with such close DNA, he’s also quick to note it’s possible for humans to benefit from the survival structures…
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Like so many good things—yoga, plant-based diets, fanny packs—methylliberine (aka Dynamine™) is nothing new. It was discovered in the 1930s but it’s recently started #trending as a caffeine substitute and metabolism booster. Methylliberine is an isolate extracted from sources like green tea leaves (such as Kucha) and coffee beans. “It’s basically a byproduct of caffeine,”…
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Just thinking about breathing exercises may make you feel sleepy, conjuring images of yogis and expert meditators in zen-like states. And yes, controlling your breath can absolutely calm you down but it can also energize you and/or help you to focus. So whether you’re about to go into a big pitch meeting and need a…
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At Mab & Stoke, for each product we develop, every email we send, and box that arrives on a customer’s doorstep, there is a small team working tirelessly to make each detail a success. Our team loves putting products into the world that serve human potential. We love plants and how miraculous it is that…
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At Mab & Stoke, we have access to top herbalists, phytochemists, and sourcing experts. In this new article series, we tap into their knowledge to bring you answers to some of the most common questions surrounding plant medicine. The expert: Kevin Spelman, Ph.D., herbalist and molecular biologist based in Ashland, Oregon The answer: There are…
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These 6 bodyweight moves and gentle stretches have multiple benefits. Welcome to Mab & Stoke’s workout series. We believe that movement is medicine and fitness is for all. So, each month, we’ll bring you a new routine from a trainer in our community. Next up: give your lower back some TLC with these moves from…
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This do-anywhere routine has a plethora of benefits. Welcome to Mab & Stoke’s proprietary workout series. We believe that movement is medicine and fitness is for all. So, each month, we’ll bring you a new routine from a trainer in our community. First up: strengthen your glutes with these six moves from Simone Tchouke. Your…
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The margarita is a classic cocktail for a reason – Tequila and limes are a delicious and perhaps infamous pairing. We’ve taken the go-to combo and given it the Mab & Stoke treatment- adding antioxidants and herbs of course! This Blackberry Mint Margarita is a refreshing and juicy treat. We’ve chosen our star ingredients not…
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In honor of Valentines week, we’ve crafted a cocktail with some of our favorite ingredients that lend both their botanical benefits and their beauty to this rosy hued stunner! The Blushing Botanical is a gin cocktail made with pomegranate, lemon, and our newest beverage obsession, Wolffer No.139 Botanical Cider infused by Mab & Stoke. The…
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Elderberry syrup is delicious, good for you, and a versatile way to incorporate more herbs into your daily routine. We love it by the spoonful, mixed into sparkling water as an herbal tonic, or mixed into a mug of your favorite herbal tea. Simple yet brimming with benefits, it is a recipe excellent for herbal…
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After months of hiding out at home and merry making for the holidays, we are all about green juice for January. We tailored this recipe to be an ultra hydrating juice for recovery from late nights or when you’re dragging and simply need a boost. Not just good for you, this detoxifying and restorative juice…
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Gløgg is the traditional mulled wine of Scandinavia made with red wine, mulling spices, ginger, and an extra boozy spike of aquavit – a nordic spirit distilled with caraway and star anise. Almonds, raisins, and orange drop into the mix, and a delicious alchemy of flavor ensues creating a complex and very drinkable winter cocktail.…
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Mab & Stoke was inspired by a personal discovery about the power of plants to soothe and heal our bodies. For me, there was one juice – my daily green juice – that lit the match. I started making it about three years ago to help reduce pain and inflammation in my back, and have…
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The Farmer’s Market finally opened last weekend, and I was up and ready to go hours before the booths had even been set up. After this endlessly bleak winter, I’ve been dying for sun and fresh produce and the bright flavors you can really only get with fresh out of the ground ingredients. I take…
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Around Thanksgiving, most of us take pause to consider what we’re grateful for. And among our families, friends, nature, and so much more, our bodies’ abilities to recover, from a variety of things, is topping our lists here at Mab & Stoke. That’s why we curated this list of inspiring Recovery Stories here. Keep reading…
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This year, the Mab & Stoke team has your back when it comes to selecting the perfect gift for everyone on your list. We hand-picked each of these gifts from brands we love. Whether you’re shopping for your fit friends, the aspiring home chef, or even yourself, there’s a sustainable, clean, and/or simply smart option…
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Recovery means something different for everyone. It could be that you’re recovering from an injury or simply that you’re taking care of yourself after a workout. In this series, we talk to people in our community about how they recover—plus, what their fitness routine looks like, when they feel most alive, and more. Next up,…
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Recovery means something different for everyone. It could be that you’re recovering from an injury or simply that you’re taking care of yourself after a workout. In this series, we talk to people in our community about how they recover—plus, what their fitness routine looks like, when they feel most alive, and more. Next up,…
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Welcome to Mab & Stoke’s proprietary workout series. We believe that movement is medicine and fitness is for all. So, each month, we’ll bring you a new routine from a trainer in our community. Next up: a foam rolling cool-down from Dan Daly, CSCS, owner of Train Daly in New York City. Ever feel great…
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Recovery means something different for everyone. It could be that you’re recovering from an injury or simply that you’re taking care of yourself after a workout. In this series, we talk to people in our community about how they recover—plus, what their fitness routine looks like, when they feel most alive, and more. Next up,…
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Halloween is a time when many of us like to celebrate fear—at least the controlled kind that comes from being in a haunted corn maze or wearing a scary costume. The less fun fear comes when you’re facing an immediate threat to your survival. Think: You’re staring down a tiger or about to go bungee…
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By Simone Miller of Zenbelly This oh-so-tasty Margarita comes to you from the Kitchen of our foodie friend and cookbook author, Simone Miller. She has crafted this cocktail using 4 different kinds of citrus to create a tangy and refreshing treat for us. Packed with the herbal power of our Focus Mab Sticks, we think…
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Recovery means something different for everyone. It could be that you’re recovering from an injury or simply that you’re taking care of yourself after a workout. In this series, we talk to people in our community about how they recover—plus, what their fitness routine looks like, when they feel most alive, and more. Next up,…
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To ensure they’re potent, safe, and effective, it takes multiple steps. At Mab & Stoke, we have access to top herbalists, phytochemists, and sourcing experts. In this new article series, we tap into their knowledge to bring you answers to some of the most common questions surrounding plant medicine. The expert: Bill Chioffi, an herbalist…
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