If you have been in the Shoppe lately you may have noticed a new product from Frosty Mountain Wellness - medicinal mushroom capsules! If you don't know about the importance of fungi for your body I am here to give a few helpful explanations about what we are providing for you in the store.
First off, we have Chaga. Chaga is actually a fungus that grows on birch trees in the colder climates of the world (i.e. Canada, Siberia, Poland, etc.) It is affectionately known as the 'King' of the medicinal mushrooms because of its effectiveness on your wellbeing and the homeostasis of your body. It has been known to balance the immune system, reduce inflammation and can also have anti-tumour properties. In fact, in tincture form, it has been used in Russia as a cancer therapy for decades.
If taken regularly it works as foundational medicine, in that it provides a baseline level of good health; but can also be taken potently when dealing with more serious disease.
Benefits of Chaga:
Anti-inflammatory
High in antioxidants
Immune balancing
Anti-viral
Anti-tumour
Soothes digestion
Stabilizes blood sugar
Soothes skin
Next up, we have Reishi. Reishi is known as the Queen of the mushrooms, and is one of the most prized mushrooms in traditional Chinese medicine, and has been used for more than 2000 years. It is also known as the Mushroom of Immortality, as it is widely known as the most powerful mushroom for longevity. Like Chaga, Reishi also has a very high level of antioxidants, and because it is used for lowering stress and helping the immune system, it is a good mushroom to take at night.
Reishi is a medicinal mushroom powerhouse and if you only consume one mushroom everyday Reishi should be it!
Benefits of Reishi:
Lowers stress and calms nervous system
Improves sleep quality
Helps with seasonal allergies
Balances the immune system
Promotes longevity
Regulates blood sugar
Promotes healthy liver function
Can inhibit tumour growth
Third, we have Cordyceps. Cordyceps are best known for their energy increase and adrenal support. They provide an energy boost without the crash and jitters you can get from too much caffeine, which is always a good thing in my books! They can also help restore energy that is depleted from stress and, just like most of the other mushrooms, cordyceps also possess anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating properties.
Benefits of Cordyceps:
Enhances energy and reduces fatigue
Improves endurance, stamina and athletic performance
Elevates sex drive
Helps the body better cope with stress
Boosts mood
Provides high levels of antioxidants
Last, but definitely not least, is Lion's Mane. If you have been looking for something to help you to focus and concentrate - Lion's Mane is the mushroom for you. There are also some very interesting neuroregenerative properties that have been discovered - which means there is promising evidence that it can be used to repair the myelin sheath that surrounds damaged nerves. That would mean it could be helpful for conditions of the brain such as Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's and neuropathy.
Benefits of Lion's Mane:
Improved memory
Enhanced clarity, creativity & focus
Neuro-protective properties
Repairing of nerve damage or relief of nerve pain/neuropathy
Improved cognitive function & brain health
Improved mood
That covers the basics of the mushroom capsules we have available in the Shoppe, but if you have further questions be sure to send us an email or fill out your info on the Contact page!