The story of The House of Mogu began during one of the most transformative times in modern healthcare — the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

While completing her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine and serving as a clinical instructor in Mohave College’s Dental Hygiene Program, Dr. Victoria Arico faced long days in high-risk clinical settings. Surrounded by uncertainty and constant exposure, she sought safe, natural ways to strengthen her immunity and sustain her energy throughout demanding workdays.

Her research into holistic immune support led her to Reishi, a medicinal mushroom long valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine for its immune-modulating and stress-balancing properties. The results were tangible — improved resilience, calmer energy, better sleep, and fewer inflammatory symptoms — sparking a lasting fascination with the broader field of mycology and its synergy with integrative medicine.

From this curiosity grew a passion to make mushroom wellness approachable and evidence-based. Dr. Arico’s first formulation, Coco Chai Mogu Mix, emerged as a comforting, daily adaptogenic blend designed to fortify immunity, support digestion, and reduce inflammation — especially when incorporated into a morning routine.

Encouraged by mentors and fellow practitioners, she expanded her research and vision, laying the foundation for a company that unites modern mycology with the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

In May 2022, The House of Mogu officially came to life — a modern apothecary blending scientific integrity, aesthetic design, and holistic wisdom. Today, HOM features a curated collection of Signature Formulas and Trusted Partner Lines such as Real Mushrooms, continuing its mission to make practitioner-grade, research-backed mushroom wellness accessible for both humans and pets.

What began as personal curiosity became a profound calling. Reishi’s impact ignited a deeper fascination with mycology and its intersections with TCM. Dr. Arico’s research soon expanded into formulating evidence-based blends that unite the energetic balance of herbs with the biochemical intelligence of fungi.

From her studies emerged her first adaptogenic creation — Coco Chai Mogu Mix, a soothing fusion of medicinal mushrooms and traditional TCM herbs. With guidance from professors and mentors, the formula evolved into a flagship product and the seed of a greater vision: to make practitioner-grade, research-backed mushroom wellness accessible to all.

In May 2022, The House of Mogu officially opened its doors — a modern apothecary blending artistry, academia, and ancient medicine. Today, HOM offers a curated collection of Signature Formulas and Trusted Partner Lines such as Real Mushrooms, expanding the reach of authentic mushroom medicine for both humans and pets.