Welcome to this week’s episode of Herbalism Uncensored! Join Alicia and Lila as they delve into the mesmerizing world of mushrooms, exploring their connectivity to nature, their spiritual and clinical uses, and the current trends and sourcing issues. They share personal stories and clinical insights on a variety of mushrooms including the magical psilocybin, brain-boosting lion’s mane, master diuretic poria, immune-supporting reishi, resilient shiitake, and the remarkable turkey tail. Discover how cultural practices like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine utilize these fungi and what the modern research and trends mean for today's herbalists and consumers. Whether you're a seasoned mycophile or a newcomer, this episode is packed with valuable knowledge and intimate stories from the world of fungi. Stay tuned for upcoming discussions on coffee substitutes and modern medical experiences!

00:00 Introduction to the Mushroom Craze

02:01 Functional Mushrooms in Clinical Practice

03:10 Ayurveda vs. Chinese Medicine on Mushrooms

04:44 Sourcing and Quality Issues

08:19 Beta Glucans and Their Benefits

20:04 The Magic of Psilocybin Mushrooms

34:18 Neuroplasticity and Brain Rewiring

35:01 Mushrooms: Low Risk and High Reward

36:54 Lion's Mane: A Cognitive Powerhouse

46:14 Poria: The Master of Water

49:54 Reishi: The Spirit Calmer

54:22 Shiitake: Food or Medicine?

57:26 Turkey Tail: Immune Modulator

01:00:28 Concluding Thoughts and Future Topics