• Traditionally used in Tibetan medicine as a tonic to improve energy and endurance and a lung and kidney tonic in Traditional Chinese Medicine 
• Strengthen, rebuild and energize the body and mind
• Commonly used as a pre-workout supplement to improve stamina and performance, reduce fatigue and improve respiratory capacity

TCM applications:

• Supports lungs and kidneys (great for addressing allergies and asthma!)
• Nourishes yin
• Boosts yang

• The cloud-like shape of this mushroom symbolizes longevity and health, spiritual attunement and infinity in Asian cultures
• Promote general health, strength and longevity
• Strong immune system regulator that helps the body fight infections, pathogens and viruses
• Recent studies have shown that turkey tail may help support the body through chemotherapy treatments and improve cancer symptoms, treatments and survival rates

TCM applications:

• Removes toxicity

• Supports spleen, liver and lungs

• Clears heat

• Eliminates damp

Improves heart health

• research shows lion’s mane reduces risk of heart disease by lowering LDL, increasing HDL and lowering triglycerides in the blood (an early indicator of heart disease)

Supports brain function

• enhances “neurite outgrowth” in the brain and related organs, which means it could potentially help slow or reverse cell degeneration in the brain — the main characteristic of diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

• An adaptogen, meaning it helps our body manage and adapt to stress (physical, biological or chemical)
• Support urinary tract health
• Considered one of the premier Yin tonic herbs and is one of the most widely used herbs in TCM, next to licorice root
• Offer natural sedative properties to support sound sleep
• Support lungs, liver and heart in TCM
• The ancients of China said that Fu Ling (Poria), “Restores and refreshes the body and mind, and if used regularly it will prolong life.”

• “Immune modulator” that can help restore hormonal balance, bring the body back to homeostasis and regulate activity of the immune system
• Anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-cancer and anti-diabetic properties
• Improves liver function
• Strengthens cardiovascular system
• Relieves allergies and asthma
• Studies have repeatedly shown that reishi mushrooms help strengthen the body’s defenses against cancer, autoimmune conditions, heart disease, allergies, infections and more

• The second most popular and the third most widely cultivated edible mushroom in the world
• Controls blood sugar, reduce inflammation, improve gut immunity
• Contains chemical compounds that protect DNA from oxidative damage
• Boosts energy and brain function due to high levels of B vitamins

• Commonly used in TCM for coughs and colds, gastrointestinal issues, and female reproductive issues
• Known in TCM as a “guide drug”, it enhances the effects of any herbs it is used with and guides the other herbs to where they would be most beneficial
• Improves fatigue by regulating cortisol and supporting the adrenals 
• Anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunostimulating properties
• Also works as an antispasmodic, helping reduce muscle pain as well as joint pain