"Mushrooms offer a powerful way to improve our health and wellbeing, and they have the potential to revolutionize the way we approach healthcare." - Dr. Andrew Weil, integrative medicine pioneer
Mushrooms and Brain Health Clinical Studies
Functional mushrooms, also known as medicinal mushrooms, have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to promote health and treat various illnesses.
In recent years, various studies have shown that functional mushrooms contain bioactive compounds which may have immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, and cognitive benefits to help us weather environmental stressors and emotional strain.
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Lion's Mane
Also know as the smart mushroom, Lion’s Mane contains several important compounds – including hericenones, Dilinoleoyl-phosphatidylethanolamine (DLPE), amyloban, amycenone,3-Hydroxyhericenone F,Hericenes, Hericerins, and erinacerins, all which stimulate the production of Nerve Growth Factor.
- Promotes mental clarity, focus and memory
- Promotes gut health
- Helps support a healthy mood
Cordyceps
Cordyceps has been used for over 1,000 years in China, where it is recognized as a national treasure, and ingested as a tonic. Cordyceps are also rich in a compound called cordycepin. It is chemically similar to adenosin - a neurotransmitter found in the cells in the body that support bodily functions, such as healthy response to occasional stress and energy levels.
- May support cellular energy and endurance
- May support your body's response to occasional stress
- May support lung capacity and oxygen uptake
- Has been used to support athletic performance
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Reishi
Reishi has been used for over 2,000 years in the traditional Chinese medicine. It's known for its ability to bolster vitality, enhance longevity, and fortify the immune system. Reishi contains 1,3 and 1,6 beta glucans that help our bodies produce immune cells and vital proteins, thus forging a robust and healthy immune response.
- Provides immune support
- May help support seasonal transitions
- Supports the body’s response to occasional stress
- May support cardiovascular health
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Chaga
Chaga is trending and for good reason - it contains 1,3 / 1,6 Beta-glucans, triterpenoids, polyphenols, and other essential vitamins and minerals to help support overall wellness.
What makes Chaga really unique is the large amount of the pigment melanin, which promotes protection from UV radiation.
- May help support the immune system
- May help support overall skin health
- Has shown anti-inflammatory activity
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Turkey Tail
Turkey Tail mushroom is one of the most widely studied mushrooms in today’s world.
Studies have found they may support the immune system, including T cells that serve as a bridge between the innate and adaptive immune functions.
Turkey Tail contain plenty of prebiotic fiber which supports healthy flora that resides within our digestive tract. Since so much of your immune system lives in your gut, Turkey Tail may support them both.
- Gut Health and Digestive Support
- Immune Support
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Maitake
Maitake fruiting bodies contain 1,3 / 1,6 beta-glucans, Phosphatidylinositol (supports vital protein health), Phosphatidylserine and Phosphatidic acid, Trehalose, Nucleotides and other compunds essnetial to optimal cellular-level functions.
- May provide metabolic support
- May support healthy cell turnover
- May support body's resilience to stress
- Supports nervous system, neuronal health, healthy aging
- Supports healthy energy and cell function
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Shiitake
Shiitake mushrooms contain the highest levels of B vitamins compared to any other mushroom - the vitaming that turns food into energy to fuel and power us through the day. It is also rich with other nutrients such as Copper, Folate, Manganese, Niacin, Riboflavin, Selenium, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D and Zinc.
- Helps maintaining homeostasis & resisting stress
- May increase energy & metabolism
- Rich in nutriens & promotes overall health