Description
A Proprietary blend of organically grown medicinal grade mushrooms with botanical vitamin C, immune supporting superfoods, and potent immune modulating herbs. This unique blend may increase energy levels, enhance mood, and support optimum immune and respiratory function. This synergistic blend is much more effective then taking the ingredients separately. In particular, Vitamin C may increase the utilization of the immune supportive polysaccharides found in mushrooms.
This unique super-food, super-herb blend is a culmination of years of research into the most beneficial tonic herbs, mushrooms, and superfoods for immune health.
Our bodies have pathways for the rare nutrients that are only found in mushrooms! We source our mushrooms from multiple growers to ensure the best quality of each mushroom available for this incredible and unique blend. All mushrooms are hot water extracted and with the exception of Cordyceps, all mushrooms are 100% fruiting body.
Ingredients: Amla Berry Extract*, Camu Camu Berry*, Goji Berry Powder*, Astragalus*, 8 Mushroom Blend (Turkey Tail*, Chaga*, Maitake*, Shiitake*, Lions Mane*, Cordyceps Militaris*, Cordyceps Sinensis, Reishi*,), Holy Basil Extract*, Ginger Extract*, Shilajit Resin Extract*, Acerola Cherry*, Monk Fruit Extract. *Organic
Usage: Take one teaspoon 2 times daily mixed in food or drink of choice. Larger doses can be taken for chronic conditions or immune challenges. Dosages up to 3 Tb. spread throughout the day would be considered an effective therapuetic dose.
Reishi: Reishi is known as the “mushroom of immortality” in China where it has been used for more than 2000 years. Ganoderma Lucidium is its species name. It is highly regarded for its adaptogenic and chronic disease fighting capabilities. Reishi has been recognized by the Japanese government as an approved adjunct herb in the treatment of cancer. It has strong immune modulating ability and has been proven to help protect against chemotherapy and radiation. The triterpines in Reishi are also good for hypertension, liver protection, cholesterol, and antioxidant properties. Other uses include fatigue support, hair loss, and bone marrow integrity.
Trametes versicolor: Also known as Turkey Tail, a mushroom with significant immunomodulating properties. Turkey Tail is the source of two patented pharmaceutical drugs, PSP and PSK, which are prescribed to cancer patients. These substances are best utilized in whole mushroom utilizing its full inteligence. 480 double blind clinical studies on PSP (polysacharide peptide) have proven its immune enhancing benefits.
Shitake: Another excellent culinary mushroom with immunomodulating and anti-cancer properties. Traditional usage dates back to the Ming Dynasty where it was used to improve stamina and circulations, cure colds and promote good health. Shitake is the source of Lentinan, a host-mediated anti-cancer supplement which has been shown to effect host defense immune systems. Lentinan has been found to stimulate powerful anti-viral activity within the immune system.
Cordyceps Militaris: A powerful performance-enhancing mushroom used by many professional athletes which increases the body’s hemoglobin production and increases overall circulation. It greatly benefits the lung and kidney meridian. It is classified as a yang jing tonic in chinese medicine. Militaris is the only cordyceps species where you get fruiting bodies on a cultivated medium. Cordyceps Sinensis is also used in the formula and is a concentrated, 8:1 extract. By combining both species, we give provide you all the possible benefits of this powerhouse mushroom.
Lion’s Mane: Reported in many studies to help support the growth of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), a protein that promotes the growth and normal function of the nerve cells. It is important for cognitive and nuerological health.
Maitake: A mushroom highly regarded for both its culinary and medicinal qualities. Centuries of medicinal use in china. Main constituent is Beta (1-3), (1-6) D-glucans. These compounds enhance the body’s ability to fight bacterial infections. Studies have found reduced growth of cancer in animals and reduced side effects of chemotherapy. Research has also demonstrated significant immuno-modulatory and blood sugar regulating effects.
Synergistic Support Foods
Camu Camu: Camu Camu offers astringent, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-pain, anti-viral, emollient and nutritive properties and contains natural beta-carotene, calcium, iron, niacin, phosphorus, protein, riboflavin, thiamin and the amino acids valine, leucine, and serine. This makes Camu Camu invaluable for metabolic processes, including the formation of white blood cells, maintaining a healthy immune system, and support for the brain, lymph glands, heart and lungs. The extraordinarily high Vitamin C content is thought to be the most important property of the Camu Camu fruit. Our extract contains 220% the RDA of Vitamin C in just a ¼ tsp! Camu Camu also appears to provide nutritional support for the brain to optimize its own mood-balancing chemistry. In a comparative study of hundreds of botanicals, ranked in order of effectiveness for various health conditions, Camu Camu was ranked among hundreds of herbs as follows: Anti-cancer #4; Anti-viral #6; Anti-oxidant #4; Asthma #1; Atherosclerosis #1; Cataracts #1; Colds #1; Depression #2; Edema #1; Gingivitis/Periodontal disease #1; Glaucoma #1; Hepatitis #1; Infertility #1; Migraine headaches #1; Osteoarthritis #1; Painkiller #1; Parkinson’s disease #1.
Goji Berry: Goji Berries are ranked #1 in Chinese Medicine. They are classified as a “tonic”, a class of herbs that people should take on an ongoing basis to preserve youth and general well-being. Goji may help support production of blood and fluids, strengthen and brighten the eyes, create cheerfulness, and support the legs. They are very high in antioxidants, a complete protein with 18 amino acids and 14% protein by weight, over 20 trace minerals, Iron, B vitamins, Vitamin A, E, & C, and immune supporting polysaccharides. Our Goji Powder is carefully manufactured to the highest quality standards from Organic Goji Berries grown on the Tibetan Plateau. This area remains among the purest areas in the world for growing Goji.
Amla: Also known as Indian Gooseberry, denotes its origin of India where it is said to be the most widely used of all herbs in Ayurveda. It has a balancing effect on all doshas (vata, pitta, and kapha). It is one of the highest food sources of Vitamin C. Amla can help strengthen the body’s immunity and cardiovascular system, digestion, and eyesight. It may aid in the health of the brain, skin, hair, lungs, gums and teeth, as well as helping expel toxins and regulate the mutation of cells. It is great for inflammation and has been shown to help with diabetes as well.
Acerola Cherry: Acerola is among the highest food sources of vitamin C. Recent studies have shown benefit in areas of blood sugar, immune function, skin, sleep, cardiovascular, and weight loss.
Astragalus: Astragalus root has been revered for centuries in Chinese Medicine and used as a general tonic and medicine for many ailments. It provides unique polysaccharides to the immune system, enhances strength, stamina, and energy, and may support healthy digestion and respiratory function. Astragalus is one of the great tonic herbs as it strongly tonifies the vital Qi of the body. Our Qi is our daily energy dervied from our lungs as we breathe, and our food as we eat and digest. Astragalus tonifies our lungs and our digestive organs, particularly, the spleen. It is also a first class herb for maintaining a healthy immune system. Astragalus also houses what is called “upright qi” which is the energy in the body that supports upright posture and the correct position of the organs. Compounds in Astragalus have recently been discovered which may support the bodies’ ability to age at a slower rate by keeping the chromosome “caps” called telomeres, healthy and long.
Holy Basil: Also known as Tulsi, Holy Basil has powerful adaptogenic properties. It is the premier herb of Ayurveda and even worshiped in certain religions. It is most known for its ability to support healthy cortisol levels due to its calming effects. The meaning of Tulsi is “the incomparable one.” It is commonly used as a medicine for many ailments and as a tonic for daily health maintenance. A great tonic for the respiratory, immune, digestive, renal (kidney), endocrine, and cardiovascular systems.
Ginger: Ginger Rhizome promotes digestion and assimilation. It has long been used as a medicine for colds and flu. It is great for the immune system and promotes absorption of all the unique compounds in this extremely phytonutrient dense blend.
Shilajit: A mineral compound derived from ancient plants in high mountain areas such as the Himalayan Mountain range. Contains fulvic and humic acids which have been explored for numerous health properties. Mainly used in this formula to add mineral fortification and enhanced absorption of the nutrients.
