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09/20/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Mushrooms found to be a potent source of key antioxidants

Here’s one more reason to love mushrooms, if you haven’t already: In a recent study conducted by Penn State researchers, they found that mushrooms contain a surprising amount of antioxidants that can improve well-being and mitigate the effects of aging. Mushrooms contain high levels of ergothioneine (ERGO) and glutathione (GSH) – both of which are important […]

09/19/2018 / By Edsel Cook

The medicinal benefits of cordyceps mushroom can be enhanced with lactic acid bacteria

Since ancient times, cordyceps mushroom has been widely used as a traditional medicine that assists the immune system in fighting off disease and infection. Korean researchers were recently able to further empower the immune activity of the traditional medicine by using lactic acid bacteria to ferment the mushrooms. The resulting probiotic product is even more […]

08/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The 8 most powerful medicinal mushrooms known today

Mushrooms are not only used as cooking ingredients, but also for their medicinal purposes. At least 270 mushroom species are known to have therapeutic properties. Medicinal mushrooms have been used traditionally for their ability to fight cancer, enhance immunity, and prevent diseases like Alzheimer’s disease and type 2 diabetes – benefits that are heavily supported by […]

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