January 14th, 2015

Immune system is in charge of protecting the body from harmful substances in our environment such as viruses and bacteria. Especially during the winter months it is crucial to boost our bodies with the right armor against flus and colds.


One of the best items you can have in your arsenal is medicinal mushrooms, which have been used for thousands of years. There are many published research articles that have established the incredible health benefits of these unique and powerful mushrooms.

When taken regularly, medicinal mushrooms can help restore the body to its natural state, enabling all organs to function normally. These mushrooms can also help you:

·      Boost your immune system
·      Manage weight
·      Increase vitamin D
·      Support your adrenal glands
·      Lower blood pressure
·      Support nervous system
·      Reduce edgy-cravings
·      Get your skin glowing
·      Help boost workout recovery

 
Multi-Use Mushrooms
Immune Matrix by Mushroom Matrix

Immune Matrix is a supplement made from a blend of 100% Organic Mushrooms, developed for daily health and optimal immune support. Powered by seven mushrooms, this blend will supply you with antioxidants, vitamins and digestive enzymes. Agaricus blazei, Turkey Tail, Maitake and Shiitake mushrooms in this blend are known for their ability to activate and balance immune response. Simply add one teaspoon of Mushroom Matrix powder to your favorite juice, smoothie or recipe everyday. I tried it mixed with plain water as well as in a smoothie. MushroomMatrix.com


Mushrooms On-The-Go
Mushroom Optimizer by Jarrow Formulas


When you are traveling and need to boost your immune system against airplane germs, take a bottle of mushroom optimizer capsules with you. This product has a 7-mushroom blend that includes Cordyceps, White Wood Ear, Turkey Tail, Reishi, Maitake, Shitake and Himematsutake. I take 3 capsules each day when I travel as a preventative measure or if I feel I may be catching a cold. I usually feel better within an hour of taking the capsules. Jarrow.com

 

As a Hot Beverage
Hot Chaga ­Tea, Four Sigma Foods

If you are a big coffee drinker and looking either replace it with a healthier beverage or just give it a nutritional boost, then try Instant Chaga. It is a little bitter, so if you are drinking it alone, some creamer and sweetener can make it more pleasant. If you are adding it your coffee, try just one half a packet at a time. This instant beverage contains dual extracted and wildcrafted chaga and is boosted with synergistic herbs. One sachet is equal to 9.5 pounds of blueberries in ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity that measures antioxidant capacities) value! foursigmafoods.com

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