We’re back with two familiar voices—Brandi Garden and Dr. Desiree Caruso, ND from Eversio Wellness! In this episode of The Balance with Britt Podcast, we're diving into two powerful functional mushrooms: maitake and ergothioneine, the antioxidant now being called the “longevity vitamin.”

We explore how maitake may support:

• Hormone balance (PMS, PCOS, menopause)
• Blood sugar and insulin sensitivity
• Cravings, energy dips & metabolism
• Stress resilience and adrenal health

Dr. Desiree also unpacks the latest research on ergothioneine, including its benefits for:

• Brain function and cognition
• Mitochondria and energy
• Inflammation and longevity

In this episode, we cover:

• What makes maitake mushrooms unique
• Maitake’s role in hormones, blood sugar & stress
• Ergothioneine and why it’s called the “longevity vitamin”
• How to add functional mushrooms to your routine
• What to look for in a quality mushroom supplement
• Dosing, safety, and who might need caution

Meet the Guests:

Brandi Garden is co-founder of Eversio Wellness, a Canadian, family-run mushroom company. Her personal healing journey from skin cancer led to her passion for fungi as preventative, natural medicine.
Dr. Desiree Caruso, ND, is a naturopathic doctor and ND Advisor for Eversio Wellness, blending evidence-based insights with natural healing for brain, gut, and hormone health.

🎧 Love this topic? Catch our other episodes with Eversio Wellness:

1. Harnessing the Power of Medicinal Mushrooms for Thyroid, PCOS, Adrenals & Menopause
2. Supporting Your Mind-Gut Connection with Medicinal Mushrooms
3. A Mushroom for Every Moment: Whole Body Health

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The content provided in this episode of The Balance with Britt Podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physic...