Four Sigmatic is the #1 mushroom coffee and protein brand on a mission to increase overall health through MUSHROOMS WITH BENEFITS.
We make DELICIOUS products - such as coffee, protein powder, and supplements - with added health benefits of mushrooms that are easy to use in everyday routines. Our products help with focus, stress relief, energy and immune and gut health.
The name Four Sigmatic means these foods are four sigmas (or four times) above the nutritional value of average food. Only the top 0.1% of foods qualify so you're more likely to get hit by lightening than a food is to make it on our list.
Founding Story
Four Sigmatic was founded in 2012 by Tero Isokauppila, whose strong conviction of the healing powers of mushrooms led to a lifelong pursuit of sharing their benefits with the world.
Four Sigmatic is a Finnish affair with deep roots that stretch back to the 17th century. Its generational journey began during the second World War when food staples were scarce, and coffee was brewed from chaga out of pure necessity. That fungi-fueled home brew was brimming with superfoods and eventually became the formula that set the foundation for Four Sigmatic.
Tero Isokauppila is a Finnish entrepreneur, author, and the founder of Four Sigmatic, a company known for its innovative approach to functional mushrooms and adaptogens in everyday products like coffee, tea, and protein powders. Raised on a family farm in Finland, Tero grew up with a deep connection to nature, learning about foraging and natural remedies from a young age. This upbringing fostered his passion for wellness and natural health, leading him to study chemistry, business, and nutrition.
Tero's interest in mushrooms grew from his personal experiences with their health benefits and his Finnish heritage, where the consumption of wild foods is deeply embedded in the culture. This passion culminated in the founding of Four Sigmatic in 2012, with a mission to make functional mushrooms and adaptogens more accessible to people around the world. His company quickly became a leader in the wellness industry, praised for its commitment to sustainability, clean ingredients, and transparency.
As an advocate for natural health and functional foods, Tero has authored several books, including Healing Mushrooms, which educates readers about the science and benefits of medicinal mushrooms. His work has been featured in numerous media outlets, and he is recognized as a thought leader in the health and wellness space. Through Four Sigmatic, Tero continues to inspire people to make simple, everyday choices that can improve their health and wellbeing.
Danielle is Four Sigmatic's Head of Education and Innovation.
Background
Danielle is a Registered Herbalist (RH) of the American Herbalists Guild (AHG), Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Best-Selling Author, and Head of Education and Innovation at Four Sigmatic. Prior to joining forces with Four Sigmatic, she received her BA in Environmental Studies and Philosophy from Whitman College.
She studied Ayurveda in India and became a Certified Yoga Instructor on the banks of the Ganges River. She then worked with a Naturopathic Doctor in Indonesia where she became a Certified Raw Chef and Detox Coach. But it was leading trekking adventures into the backcountry of Thailand where she became particularly fascinated by herbal medicine. After several years in Asia, she landed in Boulder, Colorado to formalize her education in holistic medicine.
Upon completing her graduate studies at the Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism, she opened her private practice, Danielle Ryan Wellness, where she works with hundreds of clients across the US, specializing in functional mushroom based treatment for individuals with autoimmune conditions and chronic illnesses. She was invited to become the Instructor of Mycology at CSCH, where she taught for 5 years. Danielle brings her passion and expertise in herbal medicine, clinical practice, teaching, formulation, and her deep love for fungi, to everything she does.
