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10/22/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Lion’s mane lives up to its reputation as a great natural mood enhancer

Lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus) is no ordinary mushroom, as can be seen from its unique appearance. In addition to its physical traits, lion’s mane is also special due to the different health benefits that it possesses. This includes its ability to enhance mood and cognitive skills. Unlike other mushrooms, lion’s mane has tiny icicles where […]

08/09/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Improving the immune-enhancing properties of cordyceps mushrooms through fermentation with probiotics

Korean researchers investigated the possibility of improving the immuno-stimulatory activity of cordyceps mushrooms (Cordyceps militaris) by fermenting them with probiotic strains of bacteria. They reported that fermentation improved the boost that cordyceps bestowed upon the immune system and improved the availability of beneficial nutrients. Gachon University supported the study. The findings were published in the journal BMC Complementary […]

11/28/2016 / By supplementsreport

Novel fungi antioxidant l-ergothioneine is safe: EFSA

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has said l-ergothioneine is safe for use in food and supplements in a novel food evaluation that settles EU member state fears it may increase the risk of diabetes mellitus and inflammatory diseases like Crohn’s disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Read more at: nutraingredients-usa.com

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