Support your Immunity with Mushroom Extracts

During winter, many people begin looking for ways to support their immune system and overall wellbeing.

Mushroom extracts have traditionally been used to support immune health, with different parts of the mushroom offering unique compounds and benefits.

There is often debate around whether fruiting body extracts or mycelium extracts are “better,” however our view is that both can offer valuable and complementary properties.

Understanding Fruiting Body and Mycelium Extracts

Medicinal mushrooms contain a wide range of naturally occurring compounds that may help support immune function.

The fruiting body and the mycelium each contain different compound profiles and may support the body in different ways.

The Fruiting Body

The fruiting body is the visible mushroom structure most people recognise.

It is naturally rich in beta-glucans, which are widely regarded as some of the primary active compounds found in medicinal mushrooms.

Immune Cell Support

Beta-glucans have been studied for their interaction with immune cells including macrophages, dendritic cells, and natural killer cells.

These cells play an important role in recognising and responding to pathogens within the body.

Supporting Immune Balance

Rather than simply “boosting” the immune system, beta-glucans are often discussed in terms of helping support balanced immune function and healthy immune responses.

Maintaining this balance is an important part of overall immune resilience and recovery.

The Mycelium

Mycelium is the root-like underground network of the mushroom.

It contains its own unique range of compounds which may also help support immune health and overall wellbeing.

Antioxidant Support

Mycelium contains antioxidants that may help protect cells against oxidative stress and support overall health.

These compounds may also help support healthy inflammation responses throughout the body.

Polysaccharides and Immune Support

Mycelium also contains polysaccharides and other naturally occurring compounds that are studied for their interaction with immune function.

These compounds may help support white blood cell activity and broader immune system communication.

Gut Health and Prebiotic Properties

Some compounds found within mycelium may also act as prebiotics, helping support beneficial bacteria within the gut microbiome.

A healthy gut microbiome is closely linked to immune system health and overall wellbeing.

Our Immunity Bundle

To help support immune health during winter, we created our Immunity Bundle, combining both fruiting body and mycelium-based mushroom extracts.

Turkey Tail Capsules

Our Turkey Tail capsules contain some of the highest independently tested beta-glucan levels across our range, with some batches testing above 55% beta-glucans.

Turkey Tail is widely recognised for its immune-supporting properties and has a long history of traditional use.

Alchemy Capsules

Alchemy is a fermented mushroom mycelium extract formulated using Lion’s Mane, Shiitake, Maitake, and Agaricus Blazei mycelia.

This cultured extract contains a unique profile of compounds including polysaccharides and alpha-glucans that are increasingly being explored for their role in immune support.

A More Holistic Approach to Immune Support

By combining both fruiting body and mycelium extracts, our Immunity Bundle aims to provide a broader range of naturally occurring mushroom compounds.

As always, consistency, sleep, nutrition, stress management, and overall lifestyle remain the foundations of a healthy immune system, with mushroom extracts acting as one potential piece of a broader wellness routine.