Collection: om.shroom

1. 2023 study on cognitive and mood benefits: Recent research suggests Lion’s Mane mushroom may enhance mental performance and support mood balance, marking it as a promising supplement in cognitive health.

https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/15/22/4842

2. Cognitive function improvements in clinical trials: Over 16 weeks, participants consuming Lion’s Mane showed significant improvements on cognitive function scales compared to the placebo group, indicating potential benefits for memory and focus.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18844328/

3. ​​Impact on mood and anxiety in a female study group: In a study with 30 women, Lion’s Mane intake over 4 weeks was linked to reduced depression and anxiety scores compared to the placebo, suggesting benefits beyond its nerve growth factor (NGF) effects.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20834180/

4. Comprehensive research on Lion's Mane and Alzheimer’s disease: This report provides an in-depth overview of studies on Lion’s Mane mushroom, focusing on its potential to support cognitive health in Alzheimer’s patients.

https://www.alzdiscovery.org/uploads/cognitive_vitality_media/Lions-Mane-Cognitive-Vitality-For-Researchers.pdf

5. Safety and convenience for dementia prevention: Findings suggest that oral intake of Lion’s Mane is a safe, accessible approach for potential dementia prevention, though further research is recommended.

1. Energy, athletic performance, and libido support: Studies have shown Cordyceps to improve oxygen utilization and ATP production, supporting endurance and athletic performance, as well as libido and sexual health by enhancing energy metabolism.

https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/11/4610 

2. Overview of medicinal uses and biological activities: This review explores the multifaceted benefits of Cordyceps Militaris, including its potential anti-cancer, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, immune-boosting, and neuroprotective effects, highlighting its role as a multifunctional food.

https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/11/4610 

3. Cordyceps and type 2 diabetes management: Research indicates that Cordyceps militaris may serve as a functional food supplement for managing type 2 diabetes, offering potential support for blood sugar regulation in individuals with T2DM.

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/pharmacology/articles/10.3389/fphar.2023.1134429/full 

1. Anti-aging and skin protection: This study highlights Chaga’s antioxidative properties, showing how its polysaccharides scavenge reactive oxygen species (ROS), reduce lipid peroxidation, and protect fibroblasts from oxidative stress. Chaga also helps prevent UV-induced skin damage and supports collagen synthesis, demonstrating its potential for anti-aging applications.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21359681/

2. Broad anti-inflammatory and antitumor potential: This article explores Chaga’s anti-inflammatory and antitumor properties, highlighting its effectiveness against upstream oncogenic signals, and its roles in anti-metastasis and immunomodulation.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32877719/ 

3. Gut microbiota modulation for chronic pancreatitis: Chaga polysaccharides have shown effects in balancing gut microbiota composition, increasing antioxidant capacity, and reducing inflammation in mice with chronic pancreatitis, indicating a role in managing pancreatitis symptoms.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28197985/ 

4. Liver protection and anti-inflammatory effects: This study indicates Chaga’s effectiveness in reducing liver inflammation and damage by inhibiting TLR/NF-κB signaling and enhancing antioxidant response via Nrf2/HO-1 pathways, showing potential for liver health support.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30445083/ 

5. Potential in cancer treatment: Research on Chaga’s anti-cancer effects reveals that it can inhibit cancer cell viability, induce apoptosis, and enhance the effects of anti-cancer drugs like vinblastine in dog bladder cancer models. This suggests Chaga’s potential as a supplementary treatment in cancer therapies.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37153767/ 

6. Renal protection in diabetic nephropathy: Chaga extract was shown to improve renal function in diabetic mice by regulating blood glucose, reducing inflammation, and decreasing fibrosis markers, supporting its potential for kidney health in diabetic conditions.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36901874/ 

7. Immunotherapy potential for cancer: Chaga polysaccharides have shown promise in cancer immunotherapy by stimulating macrophages and inhibiting tumor cell growth, suggesting strong immunomodulatory and antitumor properties.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38396285/ 

8. Neuroprotective effects for Alzheimer’s prevention: This study shows that Chaga polysaccharides activate the Nrf2 pathway, reducing oxidative stress, apoptosis, and amyloid plaque deposition in models of Alzheimer’s, suggesting its potential neuroprotective applications.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30878614/ 

9. Enhancing physical endurance: Research on Chaga supplementation in mice found increases in muscle volume, treadmill endurance, and glycogen storage, along with improved lipid transport and energy metabolism, suggesting benefits for endurance and exercise performance.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36501037/ 

1. Immunomodulatory properties of Reishi (Ganoderma Lucidum): This study examines the immune-supporting effects of Reishi, specifically through its polysaccharides, which enhance functions in antigen-presenting cells, macrophages, and lymphocytes, thereby boosting both humoral and cellular immunity. Reishi’s potential as an immune-support supplement is highlighted, including its possible role in managing severe COVID-19 symptoms, like cytokine storms.

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/immunology/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2021.637553/full