Mushrooms

Here's a fascinating article by a beloved sister who works with mushrooms.

She's focusing on lion's mane here,

but what she has to say about your gut

applies to every remedy, herbal or mushroom.

I don't agree with her about toxins.

We often argue about such details.

I don't understand her hatred for gluten.

Since more wheat is eaten in China than rice — think noodles —

I doubt that Chinese herbalists would agree with her that eating "glutinous grains" prevents the full effect of mushrooms.

"China is the world's biggest consumer of wheat."

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Here's the link.

https://catskillfungi.substack.com/p/autumn-events-were-hiring-the-power

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And these are the important parts:

> "Mushrooms [and herbs] contain biochemical compounds that act as signaling molecules in the brain and immune system – but they can't perform magic."

> "Taking mushroom extracts is like putting the wind at your back. To benefit, you have to be sailing in the right direction in the first place. This means eating a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with plenty of exercise, adequate sleep, and freedom from toxins and excess stress. For the mushroom to do its part, you must do yours."

> "Much of Lion's Mane's action is achieved in the gut, where beneficial bacteria ferment beta-glucans, producing postbiotic metabolites that affect the brain via the enteric nervous system. Also known as the "gut-brain axis," this is a bidirectional signaling pathway that travels from the intestines to the brain via the vagus nerve. This remarkable pathway depends on a healthy gut in order to function well. Without healthy gut bacteria, the full effects of the mushroom [or herb] may not be achieved."

It is in beauty.

Breathe in a giveaway dance with the plants.

Your heart beats as one with the heartbeat of the earth.

Green blessings surround us.

Gratitude

Joy