11 Surprising Health Benefits of Mushrooms
Originally used in the East as both traditional medicine and food, discover what modern science has learned about the potent therapeutic properties of mushrooms.
Mushrooms are a fungus that grow in the dark and damp areas of the earth. They have been used as food, medicine, and spiritual sacraments for centuries all over the world. More recently, we have begun to understand the power of functional mushrooms in our daily life. These mushrooms are not only delicious, but they are also packed with nutrients that can support our health in many ways.
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Are Mushrooms & Fermented Products a ‘No-No’ for Fungal Infections?
Dr. Melissa dispels the myths around functional mushrooms and fermented foods and supplements when it comes to fungal infections and shares ways to effectively treat them.
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Can Turkey Tail Mushrooms Aid in the Fight Against Cancer?
Turkey tail mushrooms have been studied extensively outside the U.S. for their use in treating and preventing cancer. Find out what the studies reveal.
Chaga Mushroom Benefits: Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Chaga
This hardy mushroom won’t win any beauty contests, but the research into chaga mushroom benefits show it’s a winner when it comes to health & healing.
Cooking Mushrooms: 5 Medicinal Mushrooms You Can Cook With
Mushrooms contain some of the most potent beneficial ingredients found in nature. Here are some handy tips for buying & cooking mushrooms.
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Lion’s Mane Mushroom: Brain Protector?
Lions’ Mane mushroom is an edible mushroom that according to legend confers “nerves of steel and the memory of a lion.” But what does modern science show?
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Maitake Mushroom: 10 Ways This Mighty “Hen of the Woods” Can Bolster Health & Healing
Grifola frondosa, maitake mushroom, and hen of the woods… 3 names for an edible & medicinal mushroom that’s a treasure trove for your health. Here’s why.
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Reishi Mushroom Health Benefits: 11 Reasons to Love Lingzhi
Ancient healers and modern-day researchers alike have uncovered a vast array of reishi mushroom benefits. Here’s what you need to know.
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The Mushroom That Roared: 7 Resounding Health Benefits of Lion’s Mane Mushroom
If you’ve ever wondered “What is lion’s mane mushroom good for?”… read on to discover 7 key lion’s mane mushroom health benefits.
The Not-So-Secret Health Benefits of Shiitake (They’re Not Just for Salads & Stir-fry!)
The health benefits of shiitake go well beyond the culinary. Delve into shiitake nutrition, how it supports the immune system, fights cancer & more.
The Power of Functional Mushrooms in our Daily Life: Immune Support and Anti-Aging
Dr. Melissa Gallagher, Naturopathic Physician, explains the power of functional mushrooms for our day-to-day health and vitality. Learn how these friendly fungi can improve your health today!
Trametes Versicolor: The 8 Best Health Benefits of Turkey Tail Mushroom
Trametes versicolor has long been revered in Asia for its healing value. Discover some of the most exciting turkey tail mushroom benefits for human health.
Tremella Fuciformis: How This “Beauty Mushroom” Can Help You Look Younger
Aging skin? Discover how to put a serious dent in skin wrinkling, sagging, and blotchiness with the polysaccharide power of Tremella fuciformis.
True or False: Consuming Functional Mushrooms Can Make Candida Worse
Dr. Melissa Gallagher, Naturopathic Physician, addresses common misconceptions about functional mushrooms and how they might affect those with Candida.
