Functional Fungi
For centuries humans have been utilizing the medicine of fungi.Today we are able to access the potent antioxidants, immune-activating polysaccharides and a host of other benefits contained within medicinal mushrooms.
Never before has it been easier to integrate them into our daily life - whether it's via chocolate, elixirs, adding powders to tea or coffee, adding them into soup, folding them into baking or just straight into the mouth via tincture!
An Overview of the Top Medicinal Mushrooms:
👑 Chaga - Known as the “King of Medicinal Mushrooms” it contains one of the highest known levels of antioxidants including SOD or Super Oxide Dismutase - an enzyme group that is known to reduce oxidative stress.
Among numerous other compounds, chaga has constituents that help boost the immune system, balance blood sugar, normalize cholesterol as well as being a great source of minerals like zinc.
👸 Reishi - Known as the “Queen of Medicinal Mushrooms” and “the Mushroom of Immortality” has been used for over 2000 years to fight symptoms of aging.
Reishi contains numerous properties that are of known benefit to many of the body's organs and systems.
It is host to a unique and dynamic array of organic compounds which include triterpenes, alkaloids, sterols and various essential polysaccharides.
Benefits are said to include anti-aging, stress-relieving, immune-modulating, antioxidant, blood pressure stabilizing, neuro-protective and its a powerful anti-inflammatory.
🍄 Cordyceps - Traditionally sourced from a unique and rare relationship between a caterpillar and a fungus, this medicinal mushroom has earned a reputation as a substance which increases athletic performance as well as acting as a superior libido enhancer for both men and women.
It is a vitalizing, anti-stress tonic, that can restore the deep energy depleted by stress.
🦃 Turkey Tail - Also known as Coriolus or Trametes versicolour, this is one of the most well studied mushrooms in the world that demonstrates immune-modulating properties that help both those who are healthy and those dealing with chronic disease.
Associated with longevity, health and spiritual attunement, the turkey tail mushroom is said to be beneficial for one’s spirit and vital energy.
Among its' scope of immune enhancing properties, it has been used to treat infections, inflammation and general immune system weakness.
Chinese legend is filled with stories of those who discovered the mushroom becoming immortal!
🦁 Lion's Mane - With the Latin name Hericium erinacae, this medicinal mushroom is claimed to be a food which enhances your memory and your mood, with unparalleled benefits for your brain and nervous system.
It is said to improve cognitive function, help with nerve regeneration, improve digestive function as well as being immuno-supportive, anti-inflammatory, and an antioxidant.
🔥 Hot Tip - Mushrooms work synergistically, enhancing the function of each other.
Try the 7-mushroom blend as a foundation, and then depending on your area of focus - stack it with another extract of choice for added potency.
Example - use a 1/4-1/2 stp tsp of 7-mushroom blend with a 1/4-1/2 tsp of lion's mane if you are wanting to cover your bases - but also double down on support for your brain and nervous system!
📚 Dive deeper into the powerful benefits of fungi with this free course on Medicinal Mushrooms!
🦉 And if you want a thorough overview about the mushroom products the Light Cellar offers - check out this video of Malcolm walking you through navigating the medicinal mushrooms aisle!
This information is for informational use only and is not intended to replace guidance from a qualified health care provider or as medical advice.
