Healing & MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS+

The Cordyceps increases the adaptability and resistance to fatigue, stress or anxiety by stimulating the adrenal glands and modulating the nervous system. The extract of this fungus has adaptogenic properties and revitalizing, toning effects. Cordyceps helps to neutralize harmful free radicals by enhancing the activity of your body’s innate antioxidant systems.

Chaga is a group of mushrooms called adaptogens. Experts say adaptogens relieve symptoms associated with elevated stress levels by improving the health of your adrenal system and staving off fatigue. Research indicates that chaga mushrooms help to regulate the production of cytokines, the proteins that help produce more white blood cells and boost immunity. Cytokines also help to control inflammation, which is a typical bodily autoimmune response to illness.

Tremella mushrooms are packed with polysaccharides which have been shown to have both anti-aging and antioxidant effects because of their ability to prevent cell damage that's caused by free radicals. This is important because antioxidant enzymes help to minimize the damaging effects of free radicals in our bodies.

Mesima is becoming increasingly known for its remarkable women’s health benefits Mesima has been attracting attention as being particularly protective of breast tissue. Researchers from Indiana University found that an extract of the mushroom suppresses the growth and invasive behavior of breast cancer cells. 

Coriolus contains polysaccharide peptide (PSP) which acts as a prebiotic, that modifies the fecal microbiome in humans. The carbohydrate is resistant to human digestive enzymes and can therefore pass through the gastro-intestinal tract, becoming a great snack for the beneficial bacteria in your gut. PSP increased the populations of Bifidobacterium spp and Lactobacillus spp, two very important bacteria for gut health. 

Shiitake mushrooms contain eritadenine, a compound known to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood. They also contain beta-glucans that reduce inflammation and help prevent the intestines from absorbing cholesterol. These mushrooms also contain a polysaccharide known as Lentinan, which Cancer Detection and Prevention Journal  has described as “a unique class of immunopotentiator” that helps to improve the quality of life and extend survival.

Maitakes are wild-harvested, which make them higher in natural vitamin D. Each serving of Maitake is about 200% of your daily recommended intake for this vitamin. Vitamin D is important for bone health because it helps you absorb calcium.

Turkey tail contains polysaccharide krestin (PSK) and polysaccharide peptide (PSP) which both pack a powerful immune-boosting punch. They act as both immune activators and immune modulators, so that your body responds the way it needs to when it’s under attack.

Lion’s mane supports brain health by stimulating the creation of two important compounds, nerve growth factor (NGF) and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). NGF & BDNF are proteins that stimulate the production of new cells and strengthen existing ones. NGF also plays an important role in forming myelin, the sheath around nerve cells that helps brain cells do their job. These compounds stimulate your neurons to re-grow and trigger a process known as re-myelination, which helps to keep your neurons healthy and maintains their ability to conduct electrical signals efficiently.

The outer portion of the Tiger Milk mushroom (sclerotium) contains high amounts of polyphenols, which act as antioxidants. They protect against free radicals that may lead to liver and other organ damage. Tiger Milk mushroom are widely utilized by aborigines for the treatment of various ailments including cough, asthma, fever, food poisoning, and as a general tonic. It has been used to treat gastric ulcers, chronic hepatitis and liver cancer. 

The reishi mushroom has beneficial properties for sleep and is great for regulating your natural biorhythm. This gets you into a deeper state of rest and leaves you feeling rejuvenated in the morning.

Reishi mushrooms’ immunomodulatory properties also help us deal with external stressors. This, in turn, helps us sleep. Reishi can be used for insomnia. This mushroom has also shown to reduce free radical activity. Reishi mushrooms aka “Nature’s Xanax” have calming properties, thanks to the compound triterpene.These mood-boosting compounds may alleviate anxiety and ease depression.