A Guide to the 10 Mushrooms in Mushroom+
Lion's Mane, Reishi, Cordyceps, Chaga and more. A quick introduction to each of the 10 mushrooms in our Mushroom+ complex.
Functional mushrooms are among the fastest-growing supplement searches in Australia. Our Mushroom+ combines extracts of ten different mushrooms in one capsule. Here is a short introduction to each, with the Latin name you may see on other labels.
| Mushroom | Latin name | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Lion's Mane | Hericium erinaceus | Named for its shaggy, cascading spines |
| Reishi | Ganoderma lucidum | A glossy, woody mushroom with a long history in East Asian traditions |
| Cordyceps | Cordyceps militaris / sinensis | A distinctive club-shaped fungus |
| Chaga | Inonotus obliquus | Grows on birch trees in cold climates |
| Turkey Tail | Trametes versicolor | Named for its banded, fan-shaped caps |
| Shiitake | Lentinula edodes | A familiar culinary mushroom |
| Maitake | Grifola frondosa | Also called hen of the woods |
| Oyster | Pleurotus ostreatus | A common culinary mushroom |
| White button | Agaricus bisporus | The everyday supermarket mushroom |
| Agaricus | Agaricus blazei / subrufescens | Sometimes called the almond mushroom |
Extract vs whole powder
Mushroom supplements can use whole dried mushroom powder or extracts. Extracts are concentrated from the mushroom material. When comparing products, look for whether each mushroom is listed as an extract and how much of each is present per serve.
Label at a glance
- Serving size: 1 capsule (600mg)
- Servings per bottle: 120
- Directions: adults take 1 capsule daily with water, preferably with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare professional
Allergies and medication
If you have a mushroom allergy, avoid mushroom supplements. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take medication or are under medical supervision, check with your healthcare professional first.
See the full label
The complete supplement panel, directions and warnings are on the product page: Elevate Nutra Mushroom+ 10 Mushroom Extract Complex.
Questions about a product or its label? Email us at info@elevatenutra.com.au.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Supplements should not replace a balanced diet. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. This article is general information only and is not medical advice.
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