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Medicinal Mushrooms: A Complete Guide to Benefits, Research & Clinical Use

For thousands of years, medicinal mushrooms have held a central place in traditional healing systems across Asia, Europe, and indigenous cultures worldwide. Today, modern science is catching up, revealing the sophisticated biochemistry behind these fungi and their remarkable capacity to modulate human physiology. As both a clinical herbalist and educator who has been working with […]

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Health Benefits of Cordyceps Mushrooms

Cordyceps species of mushrooms have fascinated cultures for centuries for their intriguing biology and long-standing role in traditional medicine. Recently, their popularity has surged in the wellness industry, where they are celebrated for potential health benefits that connect ancient practices with modern science. As Cordyceps entered the global wellness market, scientific research began to back many of the human health benefits observed for centuries.

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The Big Picture: Mushrooms, Cognitive Health & Longevity!

Even though mushrooms and mycelium are two very distinct and different parts of these fungal organisms, some supplement purveyors label their products as containing mushrooms when in fact, they contain only grain, and the mycelium that grows on it.  Both the scientific research and respected practitioners in the field confirm that the functional value is higher when using the mushroom, rather than the mycelium. Especially if it’s a mycelium fermented grain product, which ends up being mostly grain.

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Lion’s Mane, Ergothioneine & Mushroom Myths

In this episode of The Herbalist Hour, I’m joined by Lee Carroll of Real Mushrooms to unpack some of the most common myths — and truths — about medicinal mushrooms.

We dive into:
– The difference between alcohol extractions vs. mushroom powders
– How to spot quality mushroom supplements
– Why some people are mycophobic (fearful of fungi)
– What ergothioneine is — and why Lee calls it a vitamin
– How Lion’s Mane might actually work in the body
– Product updates and behind-the-scenes from Real Mushrooms

Whether you’re deep in your mushroom era or just myco-curious, this one’s for you.

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