Bravo Tea 6 Mushroom Defense embraces the philosophy that nature provides profound solutions to contemporary health challenges. Made up of reishi, shiitake, maitake, turkey tail, cordyceps and chaga – this daily tea provides comprehensive wellness support. Incorporating it into your routine demonstrates an ongoing dedication to wellness while opening up opportunities to discuss natural products and holistic wellbeing with friends and family members.

Reishi Mushroom

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) mushrooms have long been recognized for their beneficial health properties in Traditional Eastern Herbalism, including supporting heart health and reducing cholesterol levels while being an excellent anti-inflammatory and helping manage blood sugar levels and immune functions.

Reishi mushroom grows on dead logs and stumps of deciduous trees and can be found throughout temperate forests across Asia, Europe and North America. As a saprophytic organism that digests organic material for recycling back into the environment, Reishi is revered as an aid for spiritual health – earning itself the moniker “Mushroom of Immortality.”

Reishi contains over 400 bioactive compounds including polysaccharides and triterpenoids which have been demonstrated to provide various health-supporting benefits, including anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory effects, antiviral activity and antioxidant activity. Reishi can help combat inflammation, immunomodulatory responses, antiviral activity and antioxidant protection for your health.

Reishi can reduce oxidative stress in the liver and promote cellular repair, while stimulating natural killer cells that may help eliminate cancerous and abnormal cells from your system.

Reishi is an effective anti-inflammatory, used for treating depression and fatigue. Reishi may be taken in the form of dried mushrooms or as an extract – typically, clinical studies employ dosages ranging between 1.5-9 grams daily for effective results.

Shiitake Mushroom

Shiitake mushrooms are popular among vegetarians for their satisfyingly savory flavor and meaty texture, making them a delicious source of nutrition. Not only are shiitakes complete protein sources with all eight essential amino acids a body needs but does not produce itself (they even have more of the amino acid lysine than beans, eggs, or milk!), they’re also natural decomposers, breaking down dead trees into nutrients for soil restoration.

Low in calories and fat content, yet rich in fiber and protein content. Furthermore, they contain numerous beneficial compounds and nutrients which may promote immunity, cardiovascular health and cancer treatment – for instance a study showed shiitake extracts kill some viruses in lab conditions while helping mice resist weight gain due to high-fat diets.

Shiitake mushrooms contain beta-glucans that activate white blood cells and other immune system cells to defend against infections, while their chemical lentinan may help lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and blocking an enzyme that raises it.

Shiitake mushrooms are widely available at supermarkets and farmers markets, and can be added to soups, stews and grilled entrees for an umami flavor boost. Their stems may be tough to chew so for optimal results it is best to remove them prior to cooking or save them to add umami flavoring to broths and soups. Alternatively, dried and ground into powder for use as tea!

Maitake Mushroom

Maitake mushrooms (Grifola frondosa) grow in frilly clusters near oak, elm and maple trees near their bases. Its Latin name, “dancing mushroom,” translates directly from Japanese into its English translation ‘dancing mushroom”. When foragers first discovered this delectable and powerfully nutritious fungus they began dancing joyfully for joy!

Maitake mushrooms are an excellent source of protein, vitamin B2 and zinc. Furthermore, maitake contains polysaccharides known to regulate blood sugar levels as well as inhibit harmful free radical activity and protect the immune system, making this food considered “functional food”.

As with shiitake and reishi mushrooms, maitake contains beta-glucans which have been shown to enhance immune function through stimulating production of lymphokines and interleukins; strengthening immunity. Maitake’s unique ability is its ability to lower LDL cholesterol without impacting HDL cholesterol, helping lower risk for heart disease.

Maitake can be purchased both raw and as a supplement, both individually or curated blends with other functional mushrooms. Om offers powder blends that can be easily added to smoothies, juice, coffee, tea, eggs, oatmeal and salad dressings to gain all of its powerful benefits. Lastly, these supplements can be found online or at natural grocery stores as tablets, capsules or liquid extracts for easier purchase.

Cordyceps Mushroom

Cordyceps sinensis is an indispensable mushroom used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to boost libido and testosterone levels, improve immune function, reduce fatigue and enhance endurance. Cordyceps is loaded with beneficial substances such as polysaccharides, nucleoside cordycepine nucleoside cordycepine sterols proteins that may improve energy supply while stimulating mitochondrial production of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP). Furthermore, Cordyceps may possess antioxidative and adaptogenic properties.

Studies indicate that Cordyceps possesses potency immunomodulatory effects and may increase activity of macrophages, white blood cells, and natural killer cells. Furthermore, cordyceps has both hepatoprotective and antioxidant benefits; one study reported it helped extend survival for rats with chronic liver disease while also decreasing hepatic fibrosis levels and increasing regeneration – even protecting from liver injury caused by dimethylnitrosamine-induced cirrhosis mouse models.

One study demonstrated that supplementing with Cordyceps militaris fungus increased oxygen consumption and ventilation threshold during exercise at 4 grams daily for five months at a dose of 4 g a day; more research must be conducted to ascertain optimal dosing for ergogenic benefits and potential interactions with certain medications; it is advised to take it with food rather than alcohol or sedatives as this may increase performance further.

Turkey Tail Mushroom

Turkey Tail mushrooms (Trametes versicolor) are one of the most beautiful and sought-after fungi found in nature, delighting mushroom enthusiasts and foragers with their vibrant hues and layers that fan out into colorful circles that mimic wild turkey plumage.

Turkey tail mushrooms are widely recognized for their potent immunomodulatory effects, helping to balance and support the immune system. Acting as prebiotics, they nourish gut microbiome populations while improving digestive health while decreasing symptoms associated with leaky gut and other autoimmune conditions.

Research shows that Turkey Tail’s beta-glucans can inhibit or even stop cancer cells from growing, making it an invaluable addition to holistic cancer therapies such as chemotherapy, radiation or surgery. Furthermore, taking Turkey Tail alongside traditional treatments helps minimize side effects while improving outcomes overall.

Turkey Tail mushrooms belong to the Polyporaceae family of fungi, which means they contain numerous pores on their underside that allow it to disperse spores and allow it to develop into its adult form. Spores released through these pores release metabolites which kill tumors while stimulating natural defense mechanisms, including beta-glucans and polysaccharides such as PSK or polysaccharopeptide; in addition they’re rich in antioxidants as well as having anti-inflammatory properties that reduce internal inflammation caused by autoimmune diseases.

Chaga Mushroom

Chaga is quickly becoming one of the hottest nutritional supplements, and it’s easy to see why. Resembling a burnt blister on a tree trunk, its coal-black exterior has a porous, brown interior. Cutting it with a knife takes some force; otherwise its texture lies somewhere between coarse rubbery wood and porous rock that requires force for cutting. Chaga acts as a powerful antioxidant which aids your natural defenses as well as contributing to firm, tight skin by stimulating collagen synthesis necessary for firm, tight skin while acting as natural anti-inflammatory relief benefits that sensitive or damaged skin will appreciate.

This mushroom, found growing on birch trees, contains beneficial compounds like betulinic acid and beta-glucans that may aid in cancer fighting, antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant and cardiovascular system support. Furthermore, studies suggest its role as stimulating immune function stimulation and supporting cardiovascular health benefits.

Chaga can be found in various forms, from whole pieces to tea bags and pills. Parrish suggests trying it as tea; many products use a dual extraction process of alcohol and hot water to maximize the medicinal properties of these mushrooms and preserve their medicinal compounds better than with just tinctures alone. Chaga can also be combined with other herbs for increased health benefits; please be aware that its melanin-containing membranes may darken skin over time so it is wise to consult a health care practitioner prior to beginning daily dosage of Chaga.