6 Science-Based Benefits of Milk Thistle

6 Science-Based Benefits of Milk Thistle

Found growing on every continent, milk thistle may be one of the most commonly known healing herbs. Despite its barbed appearance, this native European thistle has been used for its medicinal properties for over 2000 years. It is a source of many nutrients, including calcium, potassium, chloride, and phosphorus. But what is the real secret behind it's potent properties?
Everything You Need to Know About Elderberry and Its Many Benefits

Everything You Need to Know About Elderberry and its Many Benefits

One of the superfoods you should be acquainted with is the elderberry. If these berries are not yet part of your daily nutrient intake, you are missing out on the many benefits it offers.
Ginger Mango Berry Smoothie

Ginger Mango Berry Smoothie

This Ginger Mango Berry Smoothie is healthy, filling, and a perfect choice for breakfast or as a snack. It’s everything you want from a smoothie – quick, easy, and PACKED with flavor! From the bite of ginger and the sweetness of mango and berries, this recipe will appease your taste buds, perk up your senses, and provide, an always appreciated, immune boost to your body.

Vegetable Soup

Immune Boosting Vegetable Soup

Since the weather has been getting colder and winter is officially here, what better way to get warm than with a bowl of hearty, homemade soup? Using this recipe, you can easily whip up a batch to serve at family soup night or use throughout the week as a side dish to lighten up a heavy meal. And you can easily alter ingredients to fit your preferred vegetable palate or include seasonal produce.

MYcoMune™ Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

MYcoMune™ Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

This luscious-tasting yet healthier-than-normal version of a classic appetizer – the Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip – would be the perfect addition to any holiday feast. It is low-fat, low-calorie, and gluten-free - just remember to pair it with gluten-free dippers like veggies, tortilla chips, or your favorite gluten-free crackers!
9 Signs You Might Have A Vitamin C Deficiency

9 Signs You Might Have A Vitamin C Deficiency

When you think of the cold and flu season, you probably think about making sure you get enough vitamin C daily. But, did you know that vitamin C is more than an immune factor? It’s vital for every aspect of health!
The Road to Restful Sleep

The Road to Restful Sleep

Depending on who you are, you might look comfortably forward to bedtime, or dread it. Sleep is a great thing when it comes easily and lasts through the night, but not so much if you have trouble getting or staying there. So, why do we sleep? Because that’s when you heal and when your mind and body recharge. Without regular rest, your brain cannot function efficiently, and if your brain’s not working, neither can anything else.

Getting to Know Andrographis

Getting to Know Andrographis

It’s been almost two years since the outbreak of COVID-19 began. And since it still looms over the health of billions, many are searching for natural ways to improve their health and boost their immune system. So, it should come as no surprise that Eastern cultures have looked to traditional medicines for answers. One of those answers lies in the herb, Andrographis.
A Beginner’s Guide to Allergies

A Beginner’s Guide to Allergies

Have you ever stopped to think about your allergies? Not everyone experiences allergies the same way because allergic reactions are the result of a chain reaction from your immune system. Thousands of things, of course, can be allergens. But how do you, or did you, get allergies in the first place? And what can you do to help manage them?
Shiitake – the Hidden Gem of Ordinary Mushrooms

Shiitake – the Hidden Gem of Ordinary Mushrooms

Lentinula edodes, aka Shiitake, is one ordinary yet quite spectacular mushroom. It might not yet be well-known in the United States for its medicinal value, but the Shiitake mushroom offers several culinary and curative applications. This mushroom’s dual function is why it has enjoyed such popularity for so long, and why it needs to be on your radar.

A Tale of Two Cordyceps

A Tale of Two Cordyceps

One of the most fascinating mushrooms that is commonly used in health supplements, is actually an extremely rare mushroom. Cordyceps sinensis is native to the high altitudes of Asia where it must meet very particular conditions to be grown. In fact, it is so rare that pure wild cordyceps sinensis costs near $15,000 per kilogram.
Chocolate Chia Reishi Pudding

Chocolate Chia Reishi Pudding

Chocolate Chia Reishi Pudding is a simple yet delicious treat. It might be just the easiest, healthy dessert recipe you can make and without any baking! Because the chia seeds expand in your stomach, it will help you feel fuller longer. So not only is it tasty, but it’s a treat you can feel good about eating even when you are dieting. It’s rich, decadent and chocolatey, and you don’t need to feel guilty about enjoying it!