Blog Mushroom Immunity: Ingredient & benefit breakdown
Teelixir's Organic Mushroom Immunity Blend harmonises the ancient wisdom of mushrooms with the needs of modern wellness. Each serving is a testament to nature's ability to support our well-being, crafted from eight specially selected organic mushroom extracts. This blend aims to accompany your body's natural adaptogenic processes, providing support for your immune system and fostering a balanced response to stress.
Agaricus blazei - One of the best-known and most researched medicinal benefits of Agaricus blazei is its ability to strengthen the body’s immune system. Traditionally used to combat diseases that include circulatory issues, diabetes, cancer, cholesterol management and hepatitis.
Chaga sclerotia - Chaga is believed to contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It can be used as an alternative remedy for issues such as high blood pressure, arthritis and overall management of system-wide inflammation. When systematic inflammation is lower, we have better energy, a clearer mind and an overall improved sense of wellbeing.
Cordyceps militaris –Research has shown exciting results when using Cordyceps to improve fatigue, heart health and stamina. There has also been some research showing promising results using Cordyceps as a complementary medicine for some cancers due to its antitumor activity.
Lion's Mane - Lions Mane has been said to provide numerous benefits for overall health. Some of those benefits include boosting performance, helping to regulate the nervous system and protecting your brain health.
Maitake – In recent studies, Maitake has been shown to increase the ability of insulin to bind to liver cells and improve pancreatic function. The studies concluded that maitake may be useful for the prevention and management of diabetes by decreasing insulin resistance (also a fantastic benefit for those who suffer PCOS)
Red Reishi – Probably one of the best-known medicinal mushrooms, Reishi is the ultimate mushroom for calming and replenishing our nervous systems. Not only can it help to calm us down, but it can also help our body adapt to stress, be that physical or emotional stress.
Shiitake –Not only delicious cooked in a stir fry or made into a healing broth, Shiitake packs a punch with its antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial AND anti-inflammatory properties.
Turkey Tail –This one is my favourite when it comes to gut health and immune system modulation. It may even help to prevent cold and flu viruses or if you do get sick, to recover faster. This benefit I can personally attest to!
It's widely thought that these medicinal mushrooms have a subtle, gentle way of providing our body with all the listed benefits. Most are adaptogens in nature which means they are doing things 'behind the scenes' in our body we may not be able to feel strongly at first, but long term they can make a huge difference to most aspects of our health.