After a 2-year application process, a team of University of Guelph professors has been granted a license to cultivate mushrooms known to produce psilocybin and other potentially helpful compounds. The university is one of the first in Canada to be granted a license for psilocybin research.
Rather than focus solely on psilocybin, their research will examine all the potentially beneficial compounds in the mushrooms.
“There are many already working with psilocybin, but we’re interested in the potential biological activity of some of the other compounds in these mushrooms and whether they have any therapeutic value alone or in combination with psilocybin,” says Dr. Melissa Perreault, a professor in the Ontario Veterinary College’s Department of Biomedical Sciences.
For many of us, thinking about how to improve gut health can seem like a daunting task. After all, it’s not something we often give much thought to. But the truth is, our gut plays an essential role in our overall wellness and vitality—so ensuring its optimal functioning is quite important.
Chaga mushrooms are a species of fungi packed with essential nutrients and compounds, making them ideal for incorporating into your diet and lifestyle. In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at the health benefits associated with consuming chaga mushrooms — from boosting immunity and fighting inflammation to providing sustainable energy.
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Lion’s mane mushrooms have gained popularity in recent years for their potential health benefits. These fascinating fungi have become a staple in many natural wellness communities, leaving some to wonder: is lion’s mane a psychedelic? The short answer is no. Lion’s mane mushrooms do not contain any psychedelic properties. That doesn’t mean they aren’t beneficial though.