The Mind Blowing Ways That Reishi Can Grow
Is Reishi sentient? How did it know how to do that?! Ganoderma lucidum The spirit mushroom The mushroom of immortality Whatever you wanna call it, Reishi is freakin’ cool. Not only because it has medicinal properties, but also in the way that it grows… From “antlers” to “conks” read on to see some of the
Can You “Stack” Mushrooms? (Combining Different Types)
Can you take different types of mushrooms at the same time? A common question with functional mushrooms is whether or not you can “stack” different mushroom supplements, ie. take multiple types of mushrooms at the same time or as part of a blended supplement strategy. The answer is 💯 yes you can, and it is
Beginners Guide to Medicinal Mushrooms
Mushrooms can change lives*! Sound like a bold statement? Not when you consider that cultures around the world have been using mushrooms as medicine for centuries. Today, some of these same mushrooms are popping up in supplements and foods as science begins to recognize them for their functional benefits, including better sleep, more energy, less
Chaga Mushroom Benefits And Uses (Complete Guide)
Chaga is a unique medicinal mushroom used for centuries by cultures around the world as a remedy for a wide range of ailments*. With a nickname like the “king of mushrooms,” Chaga has a lot to live up to. Historical and modern anecdotes abound claiming this mushroom can boost immunity, prevent cell damage, reduce inflammation,
Lion’s Mane Mushroom: Comprehensive Benefits & Uses Guide
Lion’s mane is a powerful medicinal mushroom with promising benefits for brain health, gut health and nerve regeneration.* How can a mushroom once used by monks as a concentration aid help with modern maladies? Can something with a bizarre moniker like “monkey head mushroom” actually improve brain function, boost mood, promote gut health and encourage
Reishi Mushroom: The Ultimate Guide To Ganoderma Lucidum
Reishi mushroom is a rich source of natural compounds with the power to boost immunity, smack down stress and cool inflammation.* Known by some cultures as the “mushroom of immortality,” Reishi mushroom has been used for thousands of years to increase vitality, bolster the immune system, support cardiovascular health and promote longevity*. Does it live
The Shaggy Mane Mushroom – Everything You Need To Know
It’s easy to identify, it grows all over the place, and just happens to be a choice gourmet edible. In this article, I wanted to share some fun facts and hopefully answer some of your questions about one of my favorite mushrooms to find in the wild, the Shaggy Mane- otherwise known as Coprinus comatus. The
How Mushrooms Are Grown Around The World
You might be feeling like you’re stuck at home right now, so I thought it would be fun to try and take you on a little adventure, and to visit some really unique and interesting mushroom farms in South East China, all from the comfort of your own home. Now, I don’t really have enough
Does Cordyceps Really Grow On Bugs? Know The Difference
You might have seen the popular video from the BBC, which shows Cordyceps fungus turning ants into Zombies. Or maybe you’ve played the video game “The Last of Us”, where Cordyceps infects humans and causes a global collapse. You might be wondering… “Is there any truth to this? Should I be concerned about Cordyceps turning me
Why Are Some Mushrooms So Hard To Grow?
Why can’t all mushrooms be cultivated? Why are some at the grocery store, and some need to be wild harvested? The sad truth is – not all mushrooms are so easy to grow. In fact, some of the world’s most popular gourmet mushrooms are still only found in the forest. Mushrooms can be broken down
Lion’s Mane and Maitake – The Hardest Working Medicinal Mushrooms
Some mushrooms just work a little harder than others… In this case, the two that come to mind are quite possibly the hardest working mushrooms of all – Lion’s Mane and Maitake. What makes them so special? Lion’s Mane and Maitake hold the designation of being both delicious culinary mushrooms AND medicinal powerhouses. So whether
Why Cordyceps and Chaga are SUPERSTARS of The Mushroom World
All medicinal mushrooms have polysaccharides, and they are all different shapes. These compounds interact with our bodies in different ways, which is why you can think of each mushroom as having its own “super power.” Other than polysaccharides, mushrooms also contain phenols, sterols, triterpenes and more – which can all benefit our health in different
