Rhodiola is considered to be an adaptogen as it increases the body’s reilience to the following stressors: Ballmann CG, Maze SB, Wells AC, et al. Effects of short-term Rhodiola rosea (golden root extract) supplementation on anaerobic exercise performance. J Sports Sci. 2019;37(9):998-1003. doi:10.1080/02640414.2018.1538028 Laboratory studies indicate that the mood-enhancing effect of rhodiola appears to be…
Folate is the Natural source; Folic Acid is synthetic. Folate is an essential member of the vitamin B complex family that is naturally present in grains, green leafy vegetables, and liver. Folic acid and the L-methylfolate derivative are synthetic supplemental forms that have higher bioavailability (1). Folate is important for cell growth and division, and is…
Maitake, Reishi, Turkey Tail (Coriolus), Chaga, Cordyceps, Shiitake, Lions Mane, Poria cocos, Fomes fomentarius, Agaricus blazei, Mesima, Tremella, Velvet foot, Zhu Ling (Polyporus umbellatus) Cancer A 2013 study indicates that maitake D-Fraction could be useful in preventing and treating breast cancer. Researchers suggest that this mushroom can fight the growth and reproduction of cancerous cells. Maitake mushroom…
Cordyceps: Research has shown that increased oxygen uptake in the brain helps to increase blood flow to brain cells and fight mental fatigue. Cordyceps have been shown to improve many aspects of cognitive performance including learning capacity and memory. Lion’s Mane: Preclinical studies suggest that Lion’s mane may reduce inflammation and biological markers of Alzheimer’s…
Cordyceps is a fungus that lives on certain caterpillars in the high mountain regions of China. Supplement makers are able to get enough of the product to sell because cordyceps will reproduce in the laboratory. Some people use cordyceps as a stimulant, a tonic, and an “adaptogen,” which is used to increase energy, enhance stamina,…
