#lions mane canada

[nutratologysites]

when evaluating Lion's Mane supplements in Canada, it's crucial to prioritize excellence. Seek trusted brands obtaining their Lion's Mane from dependable suppliers and performing thorough assessments for purity and potency.

[jayfrost-designs]

And last but not least (for now anyway, and only for the ref sheets, I have more art coming still), in honor of the recent solar eclipse, we have the sun-stealing bastard man himself (or at least sun-disappearance-predictor), Sol! :D I actually started drawing this the day of the eclipse, on the bus on the way to Niagara Falls to see the eclipse (was a bit disappointing, as clouds managed to cover the sun the whole of totality so I didn't get to see it, but I did get to see the sun just before and after totality, and it was still really cool seeing the sky go so dark so quickly, and getting to see Niagara Falls and visit Canada both for the first time. :D

You can find the reverse side of his design here.

For his physical description, Sol is described as a tall (mentioned to be taller than Firestar specifically), lean tom with a broad head that narrows at the chin and tapers at the muzzle, large wide-spaced tufted ears, a distinctive long thick soft pelt (Hollyleaf mentions his fur to be longer than hers... probably should've made it longer here, oops), a thick-furred tail with a bushy tip, a long smooth back, and fur around his neck that stands up like a sun-shaped mane. I had a lot of fun drawing this guy's skinny butt again, and trynig to include all of the parts of his very long description. His anatomy finally looks good, unlike all his old ref sheets. I'm finally happy with him. :D Especially that sunny mane. Spiky and sun-like and making him look like a lion (along with that bushy tail-tip) without looking unrealistic.

For his pattern, Sol is described as a mottled dark brown, black, and white tom with splashes of bright ginger and pale yellow eyes. I was initially going to ignore the dark brown part of his description as per usual, just considering his stripes over his dark ginger fur the dark brown like I did before, buuuuuuuut then I reread the section in Eclipse where Hollypaw describes him, and he seems to be mostly dark brown and white with just splashes of bright "tortoiseshell" (which I take to mean bright ginger markings making it a tortie pelt), so I decided to play with a dark brown pointed tortie design for him aaaaaaaaand I kinda fell in lvoe with it oops. XD So now you get dark brown point with bright sunny ginger patches tortie Sol instead of traditional red, black, and white tortie Sol.

Overall, I'm really really happy with how this turned out.

[bestcryptids]

I created a map of all the various sightings of maned lions across the United States and Canada. Are they one-off escaped exotic pets? Surviving American cave lions? Populations established by hunters? You decide

[smudgingpumpkins]

13.09.2023

Hericium americanum

-Commonly known as Bear's Head or Bear's Tooth-

Where: Northeastern US & Canada

Grows in deciduous/hardwood forests from living and decaying trees. Typically from oak and birchwood.

When: August-November

My friends and I found this little guy in September at Molly's Falls State Park, located in Cabot and Marshfield, Vermont.

There are many ways to consume this edible mushroom, but since we had been camping for weeks, due to our lack of resources we simply just intensely fried them in olive oil with salt and pepper seasoning. Nonetheless, it was super delicious!

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Appearance:

Bear's Head are relatively large mushrooms that grow 15-30 cm in diameter (6-11 inches) in compact clusters. It looks like thick, tufty, and smooth icicles or teeth that branch downwards. Bear's Head mushrooms are initially white in color when young and become more yellow as they age.

This mushroom releases spores through its "teeth," rather than gills or pores.

Taste:

The Bear's Tooth mushroom is known for having a tender, mild seafood-like taste, most akin to a slight crab or lobster flavor. It is best to pick these mushrooms while they are young and white because it becomes more bitter as the mushroom ages. When cooked, Bear's Tooth becomes brown in color.

This mushroom contains fiber, protein, antioxidants, and vitamin D!

You should ALWAYS cook wild mushrooms for the safest outcome, even if they are known to be edible. Bear's Head works well with sautéing, frying, and even baking.

I have heard that these mushrooms work really well as crab or lobster substitutes. Try them in crab cakes, seafood tacos, and soups! Its fishy, meaty flavor pairs well with butter, garlic, shallots, and lemon.

Medicinal Uses:

It is believed (by tribes in the northern parts of North America) that Bear's Head mushrooms, as well as other Hericium, can be utilized to treat bleeding wounds in their dried or powdered form, due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

There has been some research that shows that certain properties of Hericium can stimulate the synthesis of the NGF protein, which aids with improving memory and mood, and prevents brain cells from dying. This means that it can help prevent or combat Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases.

In Japan, clinical tests have shown that Hericium's antibacterial properties helped with the treatment of gastrointestinal issues such as stomach ulcers, chronic gastritis, Crohn's Disease, and esophageal cancer.

Of course, these mushrooms do not substitute medical attention and prescriptions. Further research is needed, and these studies only show that Hericium helps with treating symptoms--it is not a cure.

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** Bear's Head/Tooth is commonly confused to be synonymous with the Lion's Mane mushroom. However, these mushrooms are not the same species but are very closely related in the genus Hericium.

Bear's Head has longer branching fruiting bodies than the Lion's Mane. It looks more like melting candlewax whereas Lion's Mane looks more like a pom pom. The Coral Tooth Mushroom is also closely related, but as in the name, it has much shorter branches that look very much like corals.

Here is a good chart by the website Real Mushrooms:

[annaberunoyume]

🏳️‍🌈A list of more monogamous gay (wlw and mlm) medias for those of us that loves romantic comedies and fidelity. 🎞️🍿

Have you ever noticed how the modern LGBTQ+ community is often...how do I say it, promiscuous (not that there is anything wrong with it)? Sadly, unfortunately, there are some of us queer ones that feels rejected and left out, because we wish for all the hallmarks of a romantic comedy as our idea of pride. I know, because I am a lesbian that wishes for a good old 1950s-style date with a woman. And I often feel alone in a world that puts forward (with all due respect to the community) a provocative, quasi-porn-like pride. It is just not my cup of tea. Long story short, therefore, I compiled my own list of movies, tv series, comics and even fanfictions that are more like my taste. I do hope that someone else find solace in this list. ENJOY AND HAVE A BEAUTIFUL DAY!

List of more monogamous gay movies and other medias:

Movies:

Imagine Me and You

Love, Simon

Can't Think Straight

Spoiler Alert

Strange Frame: Love and Sax (one of my favourite. Thank you, Tubitv!)

Set in a future where humans left Earth a long time ago for the moons around Jupiter, a woman named Parker falls in love with a musician named Naya and forms a band. But a cunning producer tries to tear them apart. Interesting world building and animation. Very psychedelic in style.

The Rainbow Bridge Hotel (Tubitv)

A gay couple tries to get married in a old motel, while the silly owner gets in trouble with inspection. (Tubitv)

Strange World (the latest Disney movie. This movie's main protagonist (Ethan) is gay and no one makes a big deal about it. Plus, Ethan and Diazo (his crush) are so dang cute, together.)

Ringolivio (Tubitv)

A young woman passionned by insects visits her girlfriend's brothers for the first time and spends a peculiar holiday, struggling to fit in with these strange brothers.

Bros (some might like it, but I hated it. Such a whiny and unlikeable, yap-yapping protagonist.)

The Falls triology (Tubitv)

A triology about two mormon young men falling in love. Nice story,

but filmed in an extremely boring way. I understand that these are independant movies

with less budget, but dang, stop filming with a still camera all the time. All three movies

were on Tubi tv, last time I checked if you are interested.

Straight Jacket (on Tubitv, as of July 10th, 2024)

A lesser-know little gem of a movie that explores, in a humorous, but sincere way, the plights of being a hearthrob of a male actor in the 50s...While being a closeted gay one...Delightfully campy in execution, but made with love! Would definitely recommend it! A big thank you to youtuber Matt Baume for making me discover it! 👍😀

TV series with monogamy in it:

Heartstopper

The L Word (at least in the beginning. Please do not spoil me as I am not done with this series, yet. I love how each woman in his series is developped beyond their orientation.

Something that Netflix should learn, frankly.)

Steven Universe

(UPDATE (07/11/2024)):

My Pride (Youtube animated Webseries)

This awesome, epic webseries follows the tumultuous life of a young lioness living in a rather cruel society in which male lions must kill the chief lion of a pride and his cubs to claim a pride and become a Mane (Leader of a pride).

Our heroine (which will be named in a moment, for lionesses have no name at birth) heroically wounds a Mane that killed her father one day and thus, is allowed to live, along with her remaining brother. But at a terrible price, that of limping and having a deeply scarred face. When she becomes an grown lioness, this handicap earns her the name of Nothing. That same evening, Nothing meets a Prideless lioness named Hover...And a new destiny begins.

FULL SEASON 1:

Our Flag Means Death (Crave (Canada), HBO Max (USA))

This series, very loosely based on the real life Stede Bonnet and Blackbeard, follows the funny, but touching adventures of a gentleman, Stede, leaving his wife and children to become a pirate, after financing his own boat and crew. One day, Stede's crew comes into contact with the “dreaded” Captain Blackbeard...And soon enough, a camaraderie and something more starts to bloom...

Good Omens (Prime video)

From the writers behind the famous Discworld book series, comes a funny, whimsical, fantasy series about two angels that goes way back when (Arziraphale and Crowley) trying to prevent a child that is destined to be the AntiChrist from bringing the end of times. Funny and touching. And real cute.

Hazbin Hotel (Prime video)

A great classic-in-the-making that was at first the baby of a Polish-American (if I remember correctly) lady named Vizziepop on Youtube. After a couple of years...It finally got financed by Prime...And the result is an amazingly queer animated musical with such unique bangers of songs! A MUST SEE!

Anyway, for those of you that do not know that series, it is about the bubbly princess of hell, Charlotte “Charlie” Morningstar, who is determined to reform sinners to save them from an annual extermination in Hell. She thus builds a hotel that will act as a rehab center of some sort, helped out by her girlfriend, Vaggie, a cat-like sinner called Husk, a strange little cleaning lady, Nifty, a mysterious overlord named Alastor, and a horny porn star named Angel Dust. One thing for sure, strange shenanigans will ensue in the Hazbin-I mean, Happy Hotel!

PILOT EPISODE ON YOUTUBE (WHERE IT ALL STARTED):

Comics with a monogamous gay relationship:

Heartstopper (obviously) (by Alice Oseman, available in most libraries and on

Amazon, plus its original web comic format (Tumblr and Tapas). :

A sugary-sweet comic about two british teenage boys falling in love. Famously adapted into

a Netflix series, recently.

Puu (by Nabi):

Set in India, this comic follows a man named Jameel that lives with a quirky, flower-loving roommate named Saboor. They slowly developp feelings for each other, but struggle in a rather unwelcoming India. Lovely, simplistic art.

Bingo Love (by Tee Franklin, Jenn St-Onge and Joy San)

A most gorgeous comic book romance about two black girls falling in love in the 60s, then after being separated for years, finding each other at the same Church Bingo where they met as kids.

Rock and Riot (by Cheriiart)

A most beautiful, inclusive comic about basically the lesbian version of Danny and Sandy (from Grease) falling in love in a sort of alternative universe where it's the 50s and queer ones are rather accepted.

Ivy comic by mimimar

A dream come true for a lesbian that loves sapphic, disney princesses vibes. I feel like I'm reading a Disney Golden Book. So darn cute so far.

Fanfictions with gay monogamy in it:

Fanfiction: medicine (fandom: Watchmen, Pairing: Nite Owl x Rorshchach)

This beautiful 18+ fanfiction is about Nite Owl and Rorshchach developping, or rather revealing burried feelings after Rorshchach gets wounded on a patrol, coupled with being sick. While Nite Owl (alias Daniel) nurses him back to health, Rorshchach lets down his guard and accidently shows himself without his mask to him for the very first time. Thus the Walter Kovacs underneath begins to timidly show itself from the cracks. Slow-burned and very tender. My new favourite fanfiction.

100% Exhausted (fandom: Mob Psycho 100, Pairing: TeruMob (Teruki Hanasawa x Shigeo Kageyama)

A most adorable TeruMob fanfic in which a worn-out Mob returns from work and Teruki is the best, caring boyfriend to him. Bonus appearances of Shou and Ritsu.

[mapleboba]

🍁About🍁

* Non-binary (they/he)

* Autistic

* Pan

* 24 years old

* Capricorn | istj

Current interests

* Hetalia

* Obey me

* One piece

* Overwatch

* Monster Hunter World

* League

* Horror

* Disney

* Furry

More on current interests

🍂 Hetalia 🍂

Faves : Austria, Canada, Turkey, Norway

🍂 Obey me 🍂

Faves: Beelzebub, Satan, Asmodeus, Barbatos

🍂 One piece 🍂

Faves: Franky, Buggy, Robin, Chopper, Katakuri, Sabo

🍂 Overwatch 🍂

Faves: Roadhog, Sigma, Cassidy, Ana, Ashe

Mains: Sigma, Cassidy, Solider76, Ana, Lucio

🍂 League/Wild Rift 🍂

Mains: Akshan, Graves, Thresh

🍂 Horror 🍂

Faves: Bubba, Freddy, Vincent, Brahms

Movies: Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974), Nightmare on Elm Street (all), House of Wax (2005), Black Christmas, Friday the 13th (all), Halloween (all +RZ), The Boy, Shining, IT, Carrie, Candyman, American Psycho

🍂 Disney 🍂

Parks in order: Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Disney Land, Magic Kingdom, California Adventure, Magic Kingdom

Faves: Pooh Bear, Minnie Mouse, Simba, Marie, Ursula, Bill Cypher, Dr Delbert Doppler, Rapunzel, Princess Kida, Prilla , Barbossa, Davy Jones

Movies: Winnie the Pooh (all), Treasure Planet, Aristocats, Atlantis, Princess and the Frog, Lion Long, Tarzan, Cars, Tinkerbell, Pirate of the Caribbean, Raya, Encanto, Turning Red, Big Hero 6, Ratatouille, Hocus Pocus, Lightyear, Wreck-it Ralph

🍂 Furry 🍂

Lemon (has a partial)

* Main sona

* Maned lioness

* Non-binary (they/them)

* Pan

* Super laid back and chill

* Smells of Pina colada or vanilla/sugar

* Dresses like a vacation dad 90% of the time

Characters: Nottingham (dutchie) , Iolaus (great Dane)

Other misc interests

* World of Warcraft

* My Little pony

* Pokemon

* Team fortress 2

* Ouran Highschool Host Club

* Fruits Basket

* Dead by Daylight

* Monster High

* Stardew Valley

* Dreamlight Valley

* Animal crossing

* Cryptids/Folk lore/Mythology

* Sk8

Other stuff

* I’m always down to rp both canon characters and ocs! I do have some information about rping with me tho so feel free to ask for it (I will be posting my rp information at a later date as I organise my new blog)

* I’m always happy to chat and listen to and info dump about interests! So feel free to dm!

🍁 Socials 🍁

Instagram: mapleflavouredboba

Twitter: beetlejuicebf

[shadowssniper]

This is my story, for those who will listen

[TW's: job loss, mental health, self harm, depression, mentions of sexual relations, false accusations]

My name is Ace, I'm 25 years old [turning 26 next month] my pronouns are She/They. And this is my story about Remember When Homecare in Nova Scotia Canada.

When I first started working for this company in 2023 I went into it with a headspace that I was going to be a part of a team, that I was going to be helping people. That I would grow in the company. I was... wrong.

In mid December I started having serious car troubles involving my ABS and traction control. I voiced this to my supervisors stating I felt unsafe driving on bad roads. This resulted in me being wrote up for "insubordination"

Before this I was wrote up for taking a lions mane mushroom supplement for anxiety. Soon after I was wrote up again for taking acetaminophen [tylonal] for back pain. The fore resulting in a two week suspension before Christmas resulting in having no money for groceries and insurance.

In the new year, in February, I was falsely accused of having "sexual relations" with a security guard I barely knew. This resulted in termination. I asked where they heard this and who reported it, and they would not tell me. I then went to the labor board and the better business bureau who could not provide any help to me. This was the start of the worst 3 months of my life.

I couldn't find a job in month one. I held a job in month two for two weeks only to be fired because i kept having panic attacks as I was scared of being terminated. I couldn't find a job anywhere in month 2 due to Remember When Homecare contacting businesses and telling them I was not to be hired.

In month 3, I kept searching for a job. Which I found at a local Couche-Tard gas station. I was laid off for the end of the tourist season.

Now, in August I work as a personal shopper with Real Canadian Superstore.

This Is a reminder, DO NOT TRUST YOUR COWORKERS.

[somush01]

Discover the Benefits of Mushroom Capsules in Canada

In recent years, the spotlight has shone brightly on the health benefits of mushrooms. For Canadians looking to boost their wellness routines, mushroom capsules have emerged as a convenient and effective supplement. Mushroom Capsules Canada If you're seeking a natural way to enhance your overall health, mushroom capsules offer an array of benefits that are worth exploring.

What Are Mushroom Capsules?

Mushroom capsules are dietary supplements that encapsulate powdered or extracted forms of medicinal mushrooms. These capsules provide a concentrated dose of the beneficial compounds found in mushrooms, making it easier to incorporate their health benefits into your daily routine.

Why Choose Mushroom Capsules?

Convenience: Mushroom capsules are an easy and hassle-free way to consume medicinal mushrooms. Unlike preparing mushroom-based teas or tinctures, capsules provide a straightforward method for daily supplementation.

Consistent Dosage: Capsules offer a consistent dosage of active compounds, ensuring that you receive a reliable amount of beneficial ingredients with each serving.

Enhanced Bioavailability: Many mushroom capsules are formulated to enhance the absorption and effectiveness of the active compounds, maximizing their health benefits.

Benefits of Mushroom Capsules

Immune Support: Mushrooms such as Reishi, Shiitake, and Maitake are renowned for their immune-boosting properties. They contain beta-glucans and other compounds that can help strengthen the immune system.

Stress Relief and Cognitive Function: Lion’s Mane mushroom is celebrated for its potential to support cognitive function and alleviate stress. It may help enhance mental clarity and focus.

Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Certain mushrooms, including Chaga and Cordyceps, have anti-inflammatory properties that can support overall health and well-being.

Energy and Vitality: Mushrooms like Cordyceps are known for their potential to boost energy levels and combat fatigue, making them an excellent choice for those with active lifestyles.

Why Buy Mushroom Capsules in Canada?

For Canadians, sourcing high-quality mushroom capsules is crucial. Local suppliers like SoMush offer a range of premium mushroom supplements, ensuring you receive products that meet rigorous quality standards.

By choosing a reputable Canadian supplier, you can also benefit from:

Local Support: Enjoy the convenience of local customer service and support.

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Regulatory Compliance: Trust that the products adhere to Canadian health regulations and standards.

Conclusion

Incorporating mushroom capsules into your health regimen can offer numerous benefits, from immune support to enhanced cognitive function. Mushroom Capsules Canada For Canadian consumers, exploring local options like SoMush ensures you access high-quality products that support your wellness journey.

[nutratology]

Unlocking Cognitive Wellness: Lion's Mane Supplements in Canada

In the quest for enhanced cognitive function and overall well-being, Lion's Mane supplements have emerged as a natural and powerful ally. As interest in holistic health continues to grow, Canadians are turning to this remarkable fungus to support mental clarity and neurological health.

The Lion's Mane Advantage

1. Natural Brain Boost:

Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a mushroom revered for its potential cognitive benefits. Studies suggest that it may promote nerve growth factor (NGF) production, contributing to the growth and maintenance of neurons. This makes it a compelling choice for those seeking a natural brain boost.

2. Memory and Focus Support:

Individuals grappling with memory issues or looking to enhance focus may find Lion's Mane supplements particularly beneficial. The potential cognitive advantages stem from its ability to support brain health and improve cognitive function.

3. Neuroprotective Properties:

Lion's Mane is believed to possess neuroprotective properties, which means it may help safeguard the brain against various stressors. This could have implications for long-term brain health and age-related cognitive decline.

Why Lion's Mane in Canada?

As the interest in natural health solutions surges in Canada, Lion's Mane supplements are gaining popularity. Canadians are increasingly drawn to the idea of incorporating this natural fungus into their wellness routines, seeking cognitive support without the side effects associated with synthetic alternatives.

Choosing Lion's Mane Supplements Wisely

When considering Lion's Mane supplements in Canada, it's essential to prioritize quality. Look for reputable brands that source their Lion's Mane from reliable suppliers and conduct rigorous testing for purity and potency. Opting for supplements with minimal additives ensures you reap the full benefits of this extraordinary fungus.

How to Incorporate Lion's Mane into Your Routine

Adding Lion's Mane supplements to your daily regimen is seamless. Whether in capsule, powder, or tincture form, Lion's Mane can be easily integrated into your routine. Consider adding it to your morning smoothie, coffee, or tea for a brain-boosting kick to start your day.

The Canadian Connection

Canadian health enthusiasts are joining the global trend of embracing Lion's Mane supplements, recognizing the potential it holds for cognitive well-being. As a natural and sustainable option, it aligns with the values of those seeking plant-based solutions for their health.

In Conclusion

Lion's Mane supplements in Canada are paving the way for a new era of cognitive wellness. As individuals increasingly prioritize natural solutions, this remarkable fungus stands out as a beacon of promise for those looking to support their mental acuity and overall brain health.

Incorporate Lion's Mane into your daily routine and unlock the potential for enhanced cognitive well-being. With its neuroprotective properties and ability to support memory and focus, Lion's Mane supplements offer a natural path to a sharper mind and a healthier life. Embrace the power of Lion's Mane in Canada and embark on your journey to cognitive vitality.

[los-plantalones]

Edible fungi in Regina Canada?

Great witch of the woods?

There are quite a few! I’m only going to list some of the ones that are easier to identify and I have eaten personally:

- Chanterelle (cantharellus)

- Lion’s Mane (hericium erinaceus)

- Morels (morchella)

- Giant Puffball (calvatia gigantea)

- Oysters (pleurotus ostreatus)

- Chicken of the woods (laetiporous sulphureus)

- Hen of the woods (grifola frondosa)

* Always forage responsibly and NEVER eat anything you aren’t sure of. Cross check multiple sources, take a lot of pictures for ID (there are a lot of more localized foraging groups on FB and reddit that are very helpful), and check your area for in-person foraging groups. Especially with mushrooms – when in doubt, throw it out!

[nutratologysites]

[magicapproach]

5 Best Mushroom Gummy Supplements for Optimal Health in 2023

The health benefits of mushrooms include supporting the immune system and enhancing cognitive function. While traditional mushroom supplements often come in powders or capsules, mushroom gummies Canada has gained immense popularity for their convenience and taste. They are vegan-friendly and have a delicious berry flavor, making them a perfect stress-busting treat. Here, we round up the five best mushroom gummy supplements in 2023 that taste good and promise optimal health benefits.

Reishi Relaxation Gummies by Mushroom Wellness Co.

Key Ingredients: Reishi Mushroom Extract, Ashwagandha

Health Benefits: Stress Relief, Immune Support

Mushroom Wellness Co.'s Reishi Relaxation Gummies are a top pick for stress. Reishi mushrooms are well-known adaptogens that help the body adapt to stressors. Our Magic Mushroom Gummies help you coupled with Ashwagandha, another powerful adaptogen, these gummies work synergistically to promote relaxation and boost your immune system.

Lion's Mane Brain Boost Gummies by Fungi Focus

Key Ingredients: Lions' Mane mushroom dispensary, Ginkgo Biloba

Health Benefits: Cognitive Support, Mental Clarity

Lion's Mane Brain Boost Gummies by Fungi Focus are tough to match for individuals who need a mental edge. The Ginkgo Biloba supplement, renowned for boosting blood flow to the brain, complements the Lion's Mane fungus, which has demonstrated potential for enhancing cognitive abilities. These gummies are ideal for students, professionals, and anyone looking to improve mental clarity.

Chaga Immune Defense Gummies by Nature's Shield

Key Ingredients: Chaga Mushroom Extract, Vitamin C

Health Benefits: Immune System Boost, Antioxidant Protection

Chaga mushrooms are rich in antioxidants and traditionally improve immunity. Nature's Shield enhances the power of Chaga mushrooms with Vitamin C in their gummies, making it a potent combination for immune system support. It's ideal for those looking to fortify their defences, especially during the flu season.

Cordyceps Energy Blast Gummies by Mighty Mushroom

Key Ingredients: Cordyceps Mushroom Extract, Ginseng

Health Benefits: Increased Energy, Stamina

Mighty Mushroom's Cordyceps Energy Blast Gummies may be your go-to buy psychedelics magic mushrooms online in Canada if you lack vigour and strength. Cordyceps have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to boost energy and endurance. These gummies offer a natural lift without the jitters of caffeine when mixed with ginseng, another plant recognized for its energising benefits.

Shiitake Beauty Glow Gummies by GlamFungi

Key Ingredients: Shiitake Mushroom Extract, Collagen

Health Benefits: Skin Health, Anti-Aging

GlamFungi's Shiitake Beauty Glow Gummies promotes glowing skin for beauty enthusiasts. Shiitake mushrooms are high in antioxidants and can raise collagen production. When paired with collagen, these gummies promise a youthful, shining complexion and have the added benefit of promoting healthy hair and nails.

Conclusion

Mushroom gummy supplements offer an easy, palatable way to integrate the health benefits of mushrooms into your daily routine. There is a mushroom microdose chocolate that is suitable for you, regardless of whether you need to increase mental clarity, strengthen your immune system, manage stress, or even improve your beauty regimen. Before introducing new supplements to your diet, always get medical advice, especially if you have illnesses or are using other drugs.

[jonsonsmith]

lion's mane mushroom supplement

[prnlive]

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If you listen to Gary’s show, you know that he begins with the latest findings in natural approaches to health and nutrition. Starting this week, we will make some of those findings available each weekday to subscribers to the Gary Null Newsletter.

Study finds mushrooms magnify memory by boosting nerve growth

Fluoride exposure associated with hypothyroidism in pregnancy, study finds 

Fasting ramps up human metabolism, study shows

Study finds mushrooms magnify memory by boosting nerve growth

University of Queensland (Australia), February 10, 2023

Researchers from The University of Queensland have discovered the active compound from an edible mushroom that boosts nerve growth and enhances memory.

Professor Frederic Meunier from the Queensland Brain Institute said the team had identified new active compounds from the mushroom, Hericium erinaceus.

"Extracts from these so-called 'lion's mane' mushrooms have been used in traditional medicine in Asian countries for centuries, but we wanted to scientifically determine their potential effect on brain cells," Professor Meunier said.

"Pre-clinical testing found the lion's mane mushroom had a significant impact on the growth of brain cells and improving memory.

"Laboratory tests measured the neurotrophic effects of compounds isolated from Hericium erinaceus on cultured brain cells, and surprisingly we found that the active compounds promote neuron projections, extending and connecting to other neurons.

"Using super-resolution microscopy, we found the mushroom extract and its active components largely increase the size of growth cones, which are particularly important for brain cells to sense their environment and establish new connections with other neurons in the brain."

Co-author, UQ's Dr. Ramon Martinez-Marmol said the discovery had applications that could treat and protect against neurodegenerative cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer's disease.

Fluoride exposure associated with hypothyroidism in pregnancy, study finds

York University (Canada), February 10, 2023

New research out of York University found that fluoride exposure via drinking water may increase the risk of hypothyroidism in pregnant women. In a smaller subset of participants, the researchers found lower IQ scores between boys whose mothers had been diagnosed with hypothyroidism compared to boys whose mothers had normal thyroid levels.

Earlier research done by the same lab at York found an association between maternal fluoride exposure in pregnancy and lower IQ in boys, and this new research may explain these earlier findings, according to York neuropsychology Ph.D. student Meaghan Hall, lead author of this latest study.

"We know from the literature that there is a link between high levels of fluoride exposure and thyroid disruption and there's also an established connection between untreated hypothyroidism in pregnancy and adverse outcomes in children," says Hall. "Our latest study may provide a potential mechanism to explain links to lower IQs in boys born to mothers with higher fluoride exposure and is part of a growing body of evidence that suggests that prenatal fluoride exposure may be linked to worse cognitive outcomes for children."

The study, published in Science of the Total Environment, followed more than 1,500 women enrolled in the Maternal Infant Research on Environmental Chemicals (MIREC) study, an ongoing, multi-year study led by Health Canada to investigate the impact of environmental chemicals on vulnerable populations, including pregnant people and infants. Women were recruited from 10 cities across Canada, seven of which have fluoridated drinking water.

The researchers only studied women who reported drinking tap water in pregnancy. The women were followed throughout pregnancy and their children were also followed after birth into early childhood.

In the study, a half-milligram-per liter increase in drinking-water fluoride levels, which may not sound like much, but is roughly the difference in exposure level between a fluoridated and non-fluoridated community, was associated with a 1.65 increase in odds of having a diagnosis or meeting criteria for hypothyroidism in pregnancy.

"This translates into a 65 percent increase in risk," says Christine Till, Hall's supervising professor, senior author on the study and a clinical neuropsychologist who heads up the Faculty of Health's Till Lab, which studies how various environmental exposures affect children's health. "The findings are concerning because hypothyroidism is a known cause of brain-based disorders in children," says Till.

Fluoride's ability to suppress the thyroid has been known since the 1930s when it was used to treat overactive thyroid, also known as hyperthyroidism.

The researchers measured exposure to fluoride from tap water and other dietary sources such as black tea, which is naturally high in fluoride. The researchers also measured urinary fluoride levels and found no link with hypothyroidism. The researchers say fluoride levels in tap water may be a more reliable indicator of long-term fluoride exposure than urinary levels, which might better correlate with short-term exposure, they say.

Fasting ramps up human metabolism, study shows

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, January 31, 2023

Fasting may help people lose weight, but new research suggests going without food may also boost human metabolic activity, generate antioxidants, and help reverse some effects of aging. Scientists at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) and Kyoto University identified 30 previously unreported substances whose quantity increases during fasting and indicate a variety of health benefits.

"We have been researching aging and metabolism for many years and decided to search for unknown health effects in human fasting," said Dr. Takayuki Teruya, first author of the paper and a technician in the OIST G0 Cell Unit, led by Prof. Mitsuhiro Yanagida. "Contrary to the original expectation, it turned out that fasting induced metabolic activation rather actively."

The study, published in Scientific Reports, presents an analysis of whole human blood, plasma, and red blood cells drawn from four fasting individuals. The researchers monitored changing levels of metabolites—substances formed during the chemical processes that grant organisms energy and allow them to grow. The results revealed 44 metabolites, including 30 that were previously unrecognized, that increased universally among subjects between 1.5- to 60-fold within just 58 hours of fasting.

In previous research, the G0 Cell Unit identified various metabolites whose quantities decline with age, including three known as leucine, isoleucine, and ophthalmic acid. In fasting individuals, these metabolites increase in level, suggesting a mechanism by which fasting could help increase longevity.

"These are very important metabolites for maintenance of muscle and antioxidant activity, respectively," said Teruya. "This result suggests the possibility of a rejuvenating effect by fasting, which was not known until now."

Fasting appears to elicit effects far beyond energy substitution. In their comprehensive analysis of human blood, the researchers noted both established fasting markers and many more. For example, they found a global increase in substances produced by the citric acid cycle, a process by which organisms release energy stored in the chemical bonds of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids. The marked increase suggests that, during fasting, the tiny powerhouses running every cell are thrown into overdrive.

Fasting also appeared to enhance the metabolism of purine and pyrimidine, chemical substances which play key roles in gene expression and protein synthesis. The finding suggests fasting may reprogram which proteins cells build at what time, thus altering their function. The change may promote homeostasis in cells, or serve to edit their gene expression in response to environmental influences.

When metabolized, purine and pyrimidine also boost the body's production of antioxidants. Several antioxidants, such as ergothioneine and carnosine, were found to increase significantly over the 58-hour study period. Antioxidants serve to protect cells from free radicals produced during metabolism. Products of a metabolic pathway called the "pentose phosphate pathway" also stay the harmful effects of oxidation, and were similarly seen to increase during fasting, but only in plasma.

The authors suggest that these antioxidative effects may stand as the body's principal response to fasting, as starvation can foster a dangerously oxidative internal environment. Their exploratory study provides the first evidence of antioxidants as a fasting marker. In addition, the study introduces the novel notion that fasting might boost production of several age-related metabolites, abundant in young people, but depleted in old.

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In California, mushrooms (gastronomic or psychedelic) were an easy score. Maitakes were cooked and relished like steak. Golden chanterelles and yellowfoots sautéed with butter and shallots were buried under eggs poached exactly two minutes, the yolks spreading like wildfire across the wilted fungi. And my faves, morels in spring, foraged in the Sierras or purchased for crazy money, were spread onto pizza with blue-veined cheese or mounded atop a lemon-scented, butter-drenched scaloppini. Even on a small rural island in Canada, in the whitewash of winter, a neighbor grew Lion’s Mane, pink and blue oyster mushrooms, and little bouquets of enoki, which he set outside our door like stardust from another galaxy. - Mushrooms are not an easy find in italy. Sure, the occasional button (cremini) mushroom makes an appearance 🥱. Fresh porcini in spring and their dried versions, stored in oil or not, decorate every counter of every grocery in the country, but my long-burdened liver is wary of their toxins. All of which makes me grateful for the stumps of oyster mushrooms sourced in Turin by @_fruttaeverdurabergamo_ . - Oyster mushrooms are cut into strips and laid on a baking sheet with baby thumbnail-sized pieces of pussy-pink lonzo, a lean pork loin cured in salt and seasonings for a week, lightly smoked, and then air-dried for six months. Chopped porro, a Piedmontese onion reminiscent of leek but with stalks growing 5-6 feet tall, adds a delicate, sweet flavor, contrasting the handful of ground Lampong black pepper from Indonesia. Found in a spice shop in Toulouse, it has a heat that sneaks up on you, like reaching orgasm with a stranger: unexpected, intense, gratifying. EVOO, lots of Malden, a hit of Japanese smoked shoyu and dried sage from a long-ago garden finish the painting. While the mess caramelizes in a hot oven, slabs of seeded bread are spread with softened blue cheese mashed with spoonfuls of mascarpone found in the back of the fridge, its furry top predicting an imminent demise. The mushrooms are laid atop the bread and a pile of garlicky broccoli rabe rests alongside, the greens’ bitterness spiritually negating the decadence of the 🍄 toasts. (at Niella Belbo) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoS-5zpo3mJ5e6B80FIzTD4QX4NZj-OmByWplA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=