Packed with immune-rejuvenating beta glucan, we use medicinal mushrooms routinely for anything relating to immune resilience. We recommended them for COVID support, for example; and we always use them in our cancer patients and cognitive decline patients. Mushrooms are dense with minerals, vitamin D, and some methyl donor nutrients—especially shiitake, which has a nice amount of folate. One study looking at reishi mushrooms in an animal model of Alzheimer’s disease showed that it improved learning and memory, improved neuronal function, resolved brain atrophy, and upregulated DNA methylation enzymes in brain tissue. When taking medicinal mushrooms, the only caveat is to make sure you’re taking the “fruiting body,” not grain-based mycelium, which should be clear on the label. If it isn’t, look for another brand or call the company.
Dosage: 1000 – 2000 mg per day.
5 Defenders™ is a unique blend of the top immune boosting mushrooms†: Turkey Tail, Reishi, Maitake, Shiitake and wild harvested Chaga.
All organically sourced and extracted to increase the bioavailability of the beneficial compounds like beta-glucans.
L-ergothioneine is an amino acid and antioxidant found throughout the body that we can only obtain through food, with mushrooms and fungi being the highest source.
Studies suggest that as we age, L-ergothioneine levels in the body decrease and supplementing with ergothioneine could help mitigate age related ailments†.
Our certified organic, dairy free, hot chocolate mix made with 75% heirloom cacao and our signature 5 Defenders™ organic mushroom blend.
Add to hot water with or without your favorite creamer or turn your coffee into a mocha.
While traditionally used for digestion, Lion’s Mane mushroom contains unique compounds that can help to support healthy cognitive function†.
All organically grown and extracted to increase the bioavailability of the beneficial compounds like beta-glucans.
