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When choosing a functional mushroom supplement, ingredient quality is important—but it’s not the only factor. Trusted brands invest in scientific research to better understand their ingredients, refine how those ingredients are grown and produced, strengthen quality programs, and share information with...
Which is Best: Mycelium or Fruiting Bodies? As interest in functional mushrooms continues to grow, so does the conversation around which part of the fungal organism offers the greatest benefits: the mushroom fruiting body or the mushroom mycelium? At Fungi...
Q: What are functional mushrooms? A: Functional mushrooms are species of fungi that offer measurable health and wellness benefits beyond their basic nutritional value. Unlike culinary mushrooms used purely for flavor, functional mushrooms contain bioactive compounds—such as polysaccharides, triterpenes, antioxidants, and...
The Story Behind Grateful Dead Gummies™ Wellness just got a whole lot groovier!* Host Defense® is proud to introduce Grateful Dead Gummies™, a new line of functional mushroom gummies created by mycological pioneer Paul Stamets in collaboration with the iconic Grateful...
Olympia, WA - New research published in the peer-reviewed science journal, Immuno, reports that Hericium erinaceus (Lion’s Mane) off-the-shelf mushroom mycelium-based products have distinct advantages when compared to hot water extracted fruiting body products.* The study, “Calm Under Challenge: Immune-Balancing and...
We often hear from customers how much they rely on Host Defense® supplements to support staying healthy for long flights and vacation getaways. Many of these supplements have become a trusted part of their packing list, supporting travel needs related...
When most people talk about mushrooms for wellness, they often mention immune support, mental clarity, or digestive balance. But recent research shows we’ve only just begun to understand the full potential of mushrooms, and one area gaining attention is their...
Nearly 1 in 3 adults report feeling emotionally drained on a weekly basis. Emotional fatigue can show up in everyday life, affecting how we perform at work, connect with others, and stay motivated. The truth is our mood can often...
Morel Classification Overview Division: Ascomycota Class: Pezizomycetes Order: Pezizales Family: Morchellaceae Genus: Morchella Common Species: Morchella esculenta, Morchella elata, Morchella deliciosa, etc. There’s something undeniably fascinating about mushrooms in the spring. As forests awaken from their winter lull and stir...
