In 2015, Julian Mitchell and Ryan Creed embarked on a mission to address two pressing issues in our modern society: the increasing environmental, physical, and emotional stressors affecting health; and the lack of potent, high-quality mushroom products and supplements. This endeavour led to the creation of Life Cykel, a mushroom biotechnology company.
The founders’ ingenious idea was simple yet impactful – collecting coffee waste from local cafes and restaurants to cultivate gourmet mushrooms. These mushrooms would then be reintroduced to the community, forming a sustainable cycle that benefits both people and the environment. Over time, Life Cykel’s vision expanded, evolving into something even more profound – the cultivation and extraction of premium-quality mushroom extracts for enhanced wellbeing.
Life Cykel’s team of expert farmers and scientists ensure the highest quality in the growth and extraction of mushrooms. A patent-pending extraction process results in liquid-form products with superior bioavailability, maximising their effectiveness. When incorporated with native wisdom and the antioxidant profile of Kakadu plum, this addition elevates the health benefits of the mushroom extracts, providing a holistic approach to wellbeing.
Life Cykel collaborates with the Byron Bay Herb Nursery, a non-profit disability charity offering job opportunities and community engagement for individuals with disabilities. This partnership has led to the creation of Alkaline Greens and Bee Pollination Grow Kits, as well as seedlings for the ‘Grow & Gift a Tree’ program. Launched in September 2020, the ‘Grow & Gift a Tree’ initiative allows customers to contribute $3 to their order, supporting the Byron Bay Herb Nursery’s seedling growth, which is then gifted to local community groups.
Life Cykel’s deep-rooted partnerships extend to remarkable individuals like John Smith Gumbula, a cultural ambassador and founder of BUR’AN, an Ethical Fairtrade Indigenous Social Venture Corporation. Collaborating with John, Life Cykel has developed outstanding products, including the Dreamtime Bush Tucker Box and Ancient Australian Activation Extracts, incorporating a range of native Australian ingredients.
The team at Life Cykel are committed to bringing you the highest quality products available. We sincerely hope you enjoy them and that they will enrich your life in the best way possible!
More info: lifecykel.com
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