When it comes to mushrooms, not all are created equal. Of the over 10,000 different mushroom varieties,

only a handful have substantial research supporting health benefits. Some of them are listed below:

CHAGA (INONOTUS OBLIQUUS) - SUPER ANTIOXIDANT

Often referred to as the “king of medicinal mushrooms”, Chaga has been used extensively by Traditional Healers in North America, Europe, and Asia for centuries. Chaga contains a complex array of bioactive compounds with significant antioxidant and immunity-supporting activities.

CORDYCEPS (CORDYCEPS MILITARIS), (CORDYCEPS SINENSIS) -- ENERGY, STAMINA, ENDURANCE

May improve vitality and endurance naturally by supporting respiration, oxygen delivery, and ATP synthesis. Cordyceps supports aerobic endurance in athletes and research related to general vitality in senior populations gives this mushroom species broad appeal. Cordyceps is also known for its ability to increase circulation and enhance male sexual performance.

LION’S MANE (HERICIUM ERINACEUS) -- MEMORY, FOCUS, NERVE HEALTH

Reported in many studies to stimulate the synthesis of the Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), a protein that promotes the growth and normal function of nerve cells. NGF is important for cognitive and neurological health.

MAITAKE (GRIFOLA FRONDOSA) -- SUPPORTS BALANCED BLOOD SUGAR, AND IMMUNE FUNCTION

Maitake contains an array of 1,3/1,6 beta-D glucan compounds that have a positive impact on immune function. Maitake has also been shown to help support healthy blood sugar levels and support for insulin resistance.

REISHI (GANODERMA LUCIDUM) -- ADAPTOGEN, IMMUNE, LONGEVITY

Revered in Traditional Medicine as the “Mushroom of Immortality”, Reishi has a variety of attributes. Reishi acts as an immune potentiator and immune modulator — helping to balance and down-regulate an overactive immune system. Reishi has also been studied for its cardiovascular health benefits. Considered a “superior adaptogen”, Reishi assists in adapting to mental and physical stressors.

SHIITAKE (LENTINULA EDODES) --- LIVER, CARDIOVASCULAR AND IMMUNE SUPPORT

Shiitake is a delicious culinary mushroom that also offers significant therapeutic properties that include liver, cardiovascular and immune support. In recent years, Shiitake use has expanded tremendously to include applications ranging all the way from oral health products to detoxification support.

TURKEY TAIL (TRAMETES VERSICOLOR) -- HOLISTIC DEFENSE, IMMUNE SUPPORT

One of the most researched of all functional mushrooms for its powerful polysaccharides. The beta-glucans and other nutrients found in Turkey Tail support immune health.