Performance mushrooms are gaining popularity in modern holistic health and performance because of their many benefits including calming the stress response, reducing inflammation, boosting neurogenesis and plasticity, strengthening beneficial gut flora, fighting pathogens and increasing sustainable energy. They’ve been used as medicine for centuries, with the Greeks labeling them as “food for the gods” and hippocrates prescribing mushrooms to treat inflammation and infections as far back as 450BC.

High-performance athlete Laird Hamilton created this blend of nutrient-dense mushrooms designed to boost endurance (cordyceps), recovery (chaga), brain health (lion’s mane) and immune system support (maitake). Add it to smoothies, shakes, coffee, tea or your favorite recipes for an energy boost that supports your workouts and your demanding day.

Choosing the right mushroom for anxiety

Many types of mushrooms have adaptogenic properties that help your body cope with stress and promote relaxation, including reishi, chaga, lion’s mane, turkey tail and maitake mushrooms. Choosing the best one for you depends on your unique needs and health goals, but it’s best to try just one type at a time to see how it affects you before adding another.

Mushroom supplements are not federally regulated, so before starting a new supplement, always check with your doctor to make sure it’s safe for you. It’s also important to follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations regarding dosage, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions or are taking medications.

Look for a product that uses a double extraction process (with both water and alcohol) to extract the most potent mushroom compounds. Typically, the soluble compound beta-glucans are water-soluble, while other compounds such as triterpenes are alcohol-soluble.