Chaga down this Primal Herb stack!

Chaga isn’t just about increasing life span - but rather health span. With valuable anti-oxidant and immunity benefits it helps protect your cells to keep them functioning and healthy. Needless to say, the downstream effects of these are bound to benefit all parts of life. On top of this, Chaga has also shown promise for fighting liver, lung and colon cancer cells.

Per Serving: (1/2 tsp - 110 Serves)
Chaga Mushroom 30:1 Extract (428mg) - 30 times the chaga in one spoonful, its potent!
Chaga Mushroom 40% Polysaccharide Extract (428mg) - Standardised to what is valuable, making sure that you’re getting the stuff that does the work.
Betulin 98% (90mg) - Along with antifungal and antimicrobial activity, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and anti-cancer properties have been found with Betulin.
Black Pepper Fruit Extract (5mg)- Yeilding 10% Piperines, this extract aids absorption of the other good stuff going down your gullet, getting you more out of each serving.

This combo results in a total composition of:

• 40% Polysaccharides

• 2% Betulinic Acid

• 15% Beta-Glucans

• No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extract

Vegan Friendly!

Check out what Primal Herb has to say about Chaga Shroom here.

CHAGA, A DIAMOND MUSHROOM

Why would we call chaga “the diamond mushroom?”

Because, more than any other researched mushroom or fungus for health today, chaga is the most multi-faceted and precious of all.

It is rich in powerful antioxidants and numerous beneficial compounds. Chaga at once boosts immunity, protects the liver, reduces cancer risk, fights free radical damage, protects the brain and nerves, and improves focus, cognition, and memory.

Over the long-term, it may help boost energy, lower one’s experiences with illnesses, and even provide invaluable support for chronic illnesses and diseases in addition to one’s doctor-approved treatment plan.

Whether healthy and wanting to keep it that way, or facing unique health challenges, chaga mushroom provides protective support: keeping good health the way it is or lending extra strength to one’s arsenal and fight for maintaining wellness and vitality.

CHAGA HISTORY

When was chaga very first used, and what was it used for?

Records of chaga for healing appear among numerous cultures around the world, including China, Korea, and First Nations in Canada and the northern United States.

It was also a botanical remedy favored by ancient peoples of Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, and Siberia as well. Today, visitors to these regions will still see it harvested, imbibed, and enjoyed as both food and medicine.

Brewed much like coffee or tea, chaga was sipped as a tonic to protect the body and organs against all manner of chronic disease or weakness. It also had a pleasantly earthy, vanilla-like flavor.

MORE ON CHAGA’S ORIGINAL USES

Whether as a healing beverage, hot broth, or prepared in a food soup or stock, chaga was used to assist with the recovery of any illness—from colds and flus all the way to certain cancers.

Chaga preparations were either used in cases of specific diseases or taken every day in certain amounts as a nutritive booster to keep illnesses at bay.

Today, instead of taking the time it requires for making proper tea preparations (which can be a long process), chaga may be enjoyed in more convenient extract or supplement form.

Plus, the benefits are just as good, if not even better when they are expertly extracted in supplement form, which ensures that all the healing compounds are represented in all of their richness.

STAY GOLDEN WITH CHAGA’S POTENT PROPERTIES

There are many kinds of mushrooms with stellar healing backgrounds and reputations. These include famous fungi like cordyceps, lion’s mane, maitake, reishi, and turkey tail.

But none are quite at chaga’s level of known health benefits.

In fact, chaga’s properties have proven to be so fascinating throughout history that the fungus has drawn quite a bit of attention and interest in the world of research.

Loads of studies and research have been undertaken on the mushroom to see what it can truly do. As it turns out, this has revealed some real insight.

These include:

• Antioxidant action
• Anti-inflammatory properties
• Anti-viral potential (for fighting colds and flu)
• Hepatoprotection abilities (supporting the liver)
• Immune-boosting effects
• Antimicrobial capabilities
• Reduced risk of chronic diseases

Studies show chaga is rich in a diverse array of compounds, the most potent of all of them being antioxidants.

Through these antioxidants mostly protect against free radicals and chronic inflammation, research also demonstrates further ability in this mushroom to protect the liver, soothe inflammation, increase immune powers, and reduce the risk of harrowing illnesses.

Some of these chronic diseases even include autoimmune disorders (like rheumatoid arthritis), fatty liver disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and digestive disorders.

Its effects on inflammation may even bring good news for depression.

But not only that: chaga mushroom is proving to be a great source of antimicrobial and antiviral compounds, making it great support during times of colds, flus, and various digestive illnesses.

CHAGA’S STAR COMPOUND: BETULINIC ACID

How can a simple, unique mushroom be responsible for such an array of health benefits?

The answer: it’s all in the compounds, but most specifically betulinic acid. This compound is perhaps the most sought-out, powerful compound in chaga.

Fun fact: chaga grows on birch trees almost exclusively.

To create betulinic acid (named after the genus Betula that includes all birch trees), chaga absorbs betulins from the tree that would otherwise be impossible to absorb and utilize in the human body, according to a study.

Instead, chaga transforms betulins into the triterpene betulinic acid, which actually can be absorbed in the body.

What’s more, betulinic acid is responsible for the mushroom’s most historic anti-cancer, anti-viral, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory qualities.

The synthesis Chaga performs on these betulins into betulinic acid, which is found in chaga powders and extracts, makes benefits completely available to everyone.

These benefits according to a major review include:

• Inhibition of viruses (even HIV and herpes)
• Neuroprotection
• Pain relief
• Inflammation relief
• Digestive health benefits (including parasite resistance)
• Cancer protection
• Liver protection (per a 2011 study)

CHAGA’S OTHER VALUED COMPOUNDS

What’s most fantastic about the venerable chaga mushroom: betulinic acid is not the only healing compound that gives it a healing edge.

Like other healing mushrooms, chaga is full of polysaccharides, triterpenes, and many other healing compounds that make it one of the most well-rounded fungi out there.

These include:

• Beta glucans (polysaccharides)
• Phytosterols
• Polyphenols
• Other Terpenoids (including betulinic acid)

According to research, polysaccharides in chaga account for further antioxidant activities that may reduce the risk of cancers, diabetes, and heart disease.

They can also work as prebiotics (much like dietary fiber or resistant starches) to tone the gut according to a 2013 study, and boost immunity according to this 2011 trial.

Beta glucans – especially beta D glucan – are the most notable polysaccharides found in chaga. Like betulinic acid, these also have some implications for helping fight against cancer, according to this 2013 review.

Phytosterols are also found in the chaga mushroom. These provide some anti-cancer effects as well (according to a 2011 study).

Meanwhile, polyphenols lend even more power to the mushroom’s antioxidant potential: its ability to reverse oxidative damage and protect against disease, inflammation, and hampered immunity.

Terpenoids are also partially responsible for some of chaga’s anti-cancer qualities in this 2015 study. It might also be the vehicle behind some of its observed antiviral activity, captured in the data of this 2011 study.

WHAT CHAGA COULD BE GOOD FOR

 

No matter how the mushroom is brewed, boiled, or imbibed, here is a total summary of everything research shows it may be capable of:

• Improving the immune system to better handle seasonal changes, colds, flu, or possibly autoimmunity
  
• Combating viral intruders of all kinds, not just colds and flus
  
• Relieving the body of inflammation which can stop disease and even unlock energy
  
• Supporting the liver and thereby enhancing the body’s own processes of natural, gentle detoxification
  
• Priming the digestive system as both a fiber-like prebiotic and antimicrobial to enhance and balance gut health
  
• Protecting the nervous system and thus increasing mental focus, memory, cognition, alleviating stress, and banishing depression, while keeping brain fog at bay
  
• Reducing cancer risk as an antioxidant, a nutrient known to help slash its probability while battling inflammation in the body

USING ONLY THE BEST EXTRACTION METHODS

There are many different chaga supplements out there on the market today, each claiming to contain the powerful diversity that is chaga’s many healing compounds.

However, research shows only combination or “dual” extracts— using both hot water and ethanol/alcohol— can provide ALL valued compounds for the most potent chaga product, that allows for the most possible health benefits.

That includes all polysaccharides, triterpenes, and especially betulinic acids.

Within the chaga body itself, all compounds are tightly locked away within chitin, one of the toughest, most resilient natural materials found in all of nature.

Extraction using both hot water AND alcohol is essential to getting the highest amount of polysaccharides, terpenoids, and betulinic acids.

That’s why we’re adamant about providing customers with ONLY dual-extracted chaga fruiting body, which is then concentrated, filtered, and transformed into powdered form.

This provides the very best levels of polysaccharides, beta glucans, and betulinic acids possible, which are the most important components to making chaga such a golden opportunity for health in the first place.

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a natural path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.

Support your Energy and ATP synthesis!

What exactly goes into the ATP ENER-G formula?
Primal Herb has chosen each fungi and herbal extract for its proven effectiveness, safety, research, and historical use.*

CORDYCEPS: For strong ATP and mitochondrial support that gives this formula its primary energy punch. Cordyceps boasts the strongest research for ATP-boosting abilities, so we had to include it as ATP ENER-G’s principal actor.

Prepare for antioxidant protection, increased metabolism, stronger physical performance, and better energy endurance (and less fatigue) than ever before—along with some immune protection and mood-improving qualities to boot. 

SIBERIAN ELEUTHERO: Eleuthero comes in next as ATP ENER-G’s second-in-command re-energizer. While research hasn’t yet established a solid connection between this ginseng-like herb and ATP activation, it nonetheless has a reputation for stellar research on its ability to pull up energy by its bootstraps.

With our inclusion of eleuthero in the mix, energy levels will not only be better, but they’re scientifically proven to last longer with the help of this Asian remedy.  

CISTANCHE: Eleuthero and cordyceps will help pump up physical energy, while cistanche makes sure that mental energy levels are running high as well. If forgetfulness, brain fog, difficulty concentrating, and even mood imbalance are all connected to low energy issues, this desert adaptogen can give the body a pick-me-up.

Studies also show that it gets to the heart of energy issues, helping reignite floundering mitochondria and ATP function. 

GREEN TEA EXTRACT: Finally, we have the inclusion of green tea extract because of its rich catechin content. Even better, Primal Herb has ensured that the most powerful, well-studied catechin is extracted into the blend for the best energy revitalization of all: epigallocathecin gallate, or EGCg.

This guarantees that the green tea brought into the mix will be chock-full of the very best antioxidants and metabolism-boosters to keep energy high, protect DNA and mitochondria, help reduce free radical damage.
To put an end to feeling like the tank is “always empty.”

ATP ENER-G also includes piperine, the active alkaloid chemical found in the rinds of black pepper fruits (or corns). This compound immediately increases the bioavailability of all other powerful plant compounds added to this blend – so you can really feel the difference!*

Review of Supporting Research  

If your curious to learn the background of ATP, you can also check out the VitaKea article "What is ATP all about?"

No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extracts.

Vegan Friendly!

HOW AND WHEN TO USE ATP ENER-G?

• Add to hot water, coffee, tea, or smoothie... or even integrate into some food dishes!
• ATP Ener-G can be taken day or night – with or without food. :)

ATP ENER-G: RESTORE AND RE-ENERGIZE

Having low energy is one thing. Getting back into an energizing routine—when there’s no energy, to begin with to get the ball rolling again—is another struggle altogether.

We’ve heard it all: just exercise, eat better, work less, play more. But sometimes, that just isn’t enough to get out of the rut we’re in.

Not to mention, we might not have all the above options available to us, either. Some of us are tied to intense 9-to-5 schedules or ambitious agendas that tap us of all our energy. Either way, it’s hard to take the time out for re-energizing self-care.

But with the help of some targeted herbs, taking that first step towards better energy can be much easier and more achievable.

THE BASICS OF ENERGY (AND WHY WE LOSE IT)

The reasons why we experience low energy can be many. Issues like low immunity, stress or depression, anxiety, and countless other problems all contribute to sluggishness, mental apathy, and brain fog.

But the way we each create, store, and use (or lose) energy is actually the same at the foundations. It doesn’t matter if we’re simply experiencing burnout or struggling with a major imbalance or disease.

What energy usage and storage all comes down to: DNA and mitochondria. Both live in each and every one of our cells, and are instrumental to releasing practically 90% of the energy we release: 15 times more than what is released from blood sugar processing in our blood alone, according to Molecular Biology of the Cell in 2002.

This means that, in addition to a more energetic lifestyle and diet, there is something much deeper down we need to take care of beyond all this—and a whole other level of health we must focus on to get our energy back.

FREE RADICAL DAMAGE & ATP

To understand energy and where it comes from, we need a bit of basic science.

First off: mitochondria are basically organelles found within each of our cells. Each of them contain and create DNA. They’re also responsible for a huge portion of energy synthesis through transporting and creating ATP (short for adenosine triphosphate).

It’s through our DNA and ATP that most of our energy is released. And yet, if this microscopic part of our body begins to struggle, low energy can be a problem that follows. And what is the greatest threat to our DNA? Free radical damage—a process resulting from chronic inflammation caused by poor diet, illnesses, and much more.

PROTECT ENERGY WITH ANTIOXIDANT, ADAPTOGENIC HERBS

Getting energy back can involve managing our illnesses better, and by not letting stress run our lives. Eating antioxidant-rich foods high in vitamin A and C can be a boost too.

And of course, eating better, cutting out harmful foods and substances, and exercising more are incredibly valuable to sustained, daily energy. No matter your condition, prioritising these should be the first steps. This said, It can be hard. Actually, it can be incredibly hard to get the momentum rolling when you try to change your lifestyles so profoundly.

That’s why, beyond all this, we can call on extra help from incredibly antioxidant-rich, adaptogenic botanicals if (and when) we find ourselves needing it when our tanks are completely empty.

Traditional cultures have turned to the use of herbs and fungi to restore low energy due to all sorts of imbalances for thousands of years. Today, science and research support many of these—and Primal Herb has picked the most well-researched, time-tested herbs to put in our own energy-boosting formula.

CORDYCEPS

Cordyceps is a unique fungus that grows not from the ground, or even from a tree—but from live insects! This has won the mushroom the name “caterpillar fungus.” In Asia, it was revered as a sacred medicine for restoring health, and the strangeness of how it grows certainly shrouded it in mystery.

Such a reputation has drawn a lot of scientific research to it, exploring what (and how) exactly cordyceps could make people so healthy. As it turns out, its biggest claim to fame is helping bolster the body’s energy stores. No doubt it accomplishes this as an antioxidant adaptogen that acts on metabolism.

A recent 2012 study found that the polysaccharides from cordyceps mycelium (like that found in our formula) helps reduce the chances of fatigue and raise energy in mice. Another study only 2 years earlier found that older subjects had much better energy levels taking cordyceps than if they had just taken a placebo.

Perhaps most directly of all, a 2015 research article directly connected cordyceps to increased production of ATP in the body. No matter the cause for low energy, cordyceps is a top choice among all botanicals to cut straight to the core of fatigue and sluggishness issues.

ELEUTHERO (SIBERIAN GINSENG) (ELEUTHEROCOCCUS SENTICOSUS)

Among herbs renowned for boosting energy, eleuthero doesn’t trail too far behind the previous. Just like cordyceps, it is also a well-known protective adaptogen that boosts energy, increases endurance, improves physical well-being, and even reduces tiredness.

For those suffering from low energy resulting from any sort of imbalance or illness, eleuthero can help, especially where work and physical demand is concerned. A 2010 eight-week long study demonstrated that eleuthero could indeed boost energy, improve metabolism, and also helped people sustain energy levels for longer than usual.

Just like with cordyceps, it is supposed that these effects are due to its very antioxidant, free radical-protectant nature as an adaptogen.

CISTANCHE (CISTANCHE TUBULOSA)

A lesser-known adaptogen from the Asian continent, cistanche is nevertheless a powerful, provocative herb that has garnered quite a bit of attention in recent years. While it does draw some similarities to eleuthero and cordyceps in terms of energy-boosting, it does seem to have a bit of a different focus: it boosts energy in the mind.

A very recent 2016 review showed that fatigued mice, with the help of cistanche, could learn quicker, forget less, and navigate much more rapidly through complex issues than those who didn’t take cistanche. Some of these mice even out-performed those that took a pharmaceutical mental energy booster!

Of note too: cistanche was listed as one of many yang tonic herbs known to enhance mitochondrial ATP energy creation in a 2011 research article. We know that lack of physical energy can really tap us out. But for those of us who can attest to mental fatigue, cistanche may be just the perfect herb for the problem.

GREEN TEA (CAMELLIA SINENSIS)

For those hungering for an antioxidant-rich herbal supplement in their lives, green tea has long been a popular standby. There are plentiful studies demonstrating that this beverage—one of the world’s most popular beverages of all time—is a highly protective antioxidant that can also get metabolism running powerfully again.

Studies have shown that green tea’s catechins (antioxidant phenols) also have stimulating effects on energy in the body. A 2010 review of green tea research found that catechins have a way of revving up metabolism—which doesn’t just increase energy levels, but also encourages the body to lose fat and maintain a normal, healthy weight.

AN ENERGETIC HERBAL FORMULA COVERING ALL THE BASES

Primal Herb's ATP ENER-G formula brings the varied powers of energy-boosting, ATP-supporting herbs all together to raise energy levels in one fell swoop.

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a natural path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.

Formulated to Support Stress, Mood, And Relaxation.

What exactly goes into the Tranquil Mind formula?
Primal Herb has chosen each herbal extract for its proven effectiveness, safety, research, and historical use.*

L-Theanine
One of the most-researched compounds responsible for the health benefits of green tea, l-theanine is an amino acid known to help regulate mood. Its known to to provide support for anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders.*

L-Tryptophan
Like 5-HTP, l-tryptophan is an amino acid precursor to serotonin, the neurotransmitter responsible for better mood and low anxiety. In plentiful amounts, it boosts serotonin to help stress and sleep problems.*

Griffonia Simplicifolia
Ever tried 5-HTP supplements for sleep and stress relief? This African shrub is the most common natural source for this amino acid, proven to help produce more serotonin, and thus boost mood, balanced sleep, and lower stress.*

Reishi Spores (Ganoderma lucidum)
Is one of the most studied medicinal mushrooms that has been shown to be an important ally in supporting stress, sleep-promoting properties and the overall calming of the mind.*

Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnata)
The blooming vine known for producing deliciously sweet passion fruit is also thoroughly researched for its sedative, sleep-improving, and digestion-enhancing effects. Traditional herbalists used it as an anti-depressant.*

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)
One of the modern era’s most famed adaptogens hailing from India. Studies show its antioxidant capabilities are so potent that it gives robust protection against stress, therefore holistically reducing stress, anxiety, and depression.*

Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis)
Similar to Ashwagandha, Schisandra is a strong and protective adaptogen supported by both centuries of traditional use and scientific research. Known to fortify the body against stress, depression, and anxiety.*

Review of Supporting Research

Tranquil Mind also includes piperine, the active alkaloid chemical found in the rinds of black pepper fruits (or corns). This compound immediately increases the bioavailability of all other powerful plant compounds added to this blend – so you can really feel the difference!*

No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extracts.

Vegan Friendly!

HOW AND WHEN TO USE TRANQUIL MIND?

• Add to hot water, coffee, tea, or smoothie... or even integrate into some food dishes!

• Tranquil Mind can be taken day or night – with or without food. :) 

• Goes down very well in a before bed relaxation tea.

THE VERY BEST HERBAL INGREDIENTS FOR STRESS, MOOD, AND SLEEP SUPPORT

 Each ingredient that is selected for inclusion is supported not only by solid research and scientific evidence, but also a strong body and background of evidence-based traditional use dating back thousands of years.

In the realm of stress relief, anxiety support, and even depression support, many herbs have been explored, both scientifically and experimentally. This includes botanicals selected not only for how they are shown to possibly support symptom relief, but also for how they help strengthen the body to better handle and adapt to stress, which further reduces anxiety, stress, and sleep problems twofold.

None of these herbal ingredients are proven or approved to replace doctor-approved or mainstream therapies for mood disorders.

Instead, think of these ingredients as an extra shield or even additional nutrient support to help one’s flexibility, durability, and stamina when facing challenges to mental wellness and mood.

* DO NOT CONSUME IF USING PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION, AND ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR BEFOREHAND.

MORE ON THE 7 INGREDIENTS OF TRANQUIL MIND

Ashwagandha

Nothing effective in the world of stress relief and hormone balance could ever skip out on ashwagandha. A powerful root that is surprisingly closely related to tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers, it was an important part of the ancient healing practices in Ayurveda from India.

A nourishing tonic and adaptogen in one, ashwagandha is widely known for benefits to reproductive, endocrine, and thyroid health.* But, over the long term, this boost also reaps amazing results for stress and mental health, since these states of wellness can often be governed by the wild world of hormones and neurotransmitters.*

Griffonia Simplifolia

One of nature’s richest sources of natural 5-HTP, this plant from Africa contains phytochemicals that closely mimic a very important neurotransmitter in our bodies that eventually gets transformed into serotonin. In fact, most 5-HTP supplements contain extracts directly from this plant.

Serotonin is vital for regulated mood, good sleep, and normal low anxiety levels. As such, Griffonia has been used extensively in traditional medicine—and studied closely by scientific researchers—for its ability to promote better sleep and reduce anxiety naturally.*

Reishi Spores (Cracked Shell)

This medicinal mushroom provides an array of beneficial support. Reishi can support Anxiety and Depression; Breast cancer patients reported reduced anxiety and depression, as well as increased quality of life when they received reishi along with their cancer treatment. The group not receiving reishi did not report these effects.

Chinese and Japanese herbalists traditionally recommend it for insomnia due to its sleep-promoting ability *

L-Theanine

The world favorite tea plant is known for many health benefits that can be found in green, white, black, and oolong teas, which all originate from the same plant. Beyond boosting energy and metabolism, tea contains l-theanine, an amino acid known to help with anxiety and stress.*

Though it doesn’t work quite like 5-HTP, l-theanine as an amino acid and neurotransmitter can work similar to it. On the one hand, it blocks certain receptors that may feed into or fuel stress and anxiety; and on yet another hand, it stimulates the production of stress-relieving neurotransmitters in the brain, such as GABA.*

L-Tryptophan

Another amino acid in our lineup ensures that the depression, anxiety, or stress-addled brain gets the optimum natural neurotransmitter support it could possibly get.* In the case of l-tryptophan, this chemical is found in good amounts in certain foods and promotes mild stress relief.

In higher supplement amounts, however, l-tryptophan could have even more marked effects on mood and stress.* Our body needs this amino acid, but it can’t produce it on its own and might be especially scarce in those facing mood disorders. Along with 5-HTP and l-theanine, this is an herbal ingredient we include because we don’t feel it should be overlooked.

Passionflower

A beautiful and evocative flower could be one of the best natural remedies for depression discovered in the herbal world thus far. Though it’s nowhere near being considered a replacement for antidepressants, studies nevertheless show that this blooming vine could have great promise one day.

What’s more, passionflower is supported by both evidence-based traditional use as well as research for benefits to insomnia and anxiety, too.* As an added plus, it may have perks for digestion, especially digestion problems related to nervousness and anxiety.*

Schisandra

This bright red berry from Asia is wrapped in legends and folklore about its miraculous health benefits. Though it doesn’t come close to the stories about its powers, this adaptogen herb holds its own well in the realm of research—especially for protection against stress and anxiety.*

Studies also show that schisandra could have very useful properties for relieving depression.* The berry tonic appears to have an impact on GABA, serotonin, and dopamine in beneficial ways that help balance mental health and function. And not only that—the botanical may improve sleep over the long term, as well as reduce the chances of neurological disorders.*

BALANCE RESTORE OPTIMIZE!

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a natural path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.

Formulated to Support Male Testosterone Functions, Energy & Motivation.

What exactly goes into the Alpha Complex formula?

Primal Herb has chosen each fungi and herbal extract for its proven effectiveness, safety, research, and historical use.*

Long Jack aka. Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma Longifolia)
A long-time traditional medicine of Southeast Asia, long jack has been popular for sexual motivation for centuries. Scientific studies confirm that the herb may help to boost sperm quality and motility in men, while also increasing testosterone production.*

Research also reveals that it may help to release one of the most potent forms of testosterone, DHT, from SHBG for free use in the body.* It may also lower SHBG by 30%, which helps increase male hormone levels.* Last but not least: long jack inhibits estrogen receptors, tipping testosterone further in favor.*

Mucuna Pruriens Extract

Also known as Velvet Bean, this herb has been shown to have a bettering impact on both sperm quality and motility.* Tests show that it also may help to boost testosterone by stimulating the body’s own production methods.* In one study, the plant notably improved stress among men, as well as marks of fertility.* (Of note, the test subjects were 60 years old.)

Cordyceps
Cordyceps has traditionally been used for the enhancement of reproductive function in human beings.* Studies show that Cordyceps sinensis and Cordyceps militaris can improve reproductive activity and impaired reproductive function.* The administration of Cordyceps sinensis enhanced desire and restored impaired reproductive function for both males and females (Zhu, Halpern, and Jones 1998).*

Grape Seed Extract
The seed of the humble grape has garnered a lot of attention for its health properties: including antioxidant, cardiotonic, immune-boosting, and hypotensive effects, making it an all-around healthy supplement to take.*

Grape seed has also been observed slightly curbing estrogen levels to give favor to testosterone levels instead – a desirable effect for men as they age.*

Epimedium Extract
Known more commonly – and perhaps fittingly – as horny goat weed, this Chinese medicine of old is renowned to support sex drive and motivation.* It is also clinically proven in animal studies to boost testosterone.*

Broken Cell Pine Pollen
Studies today show that pine pollen from some species of this evergreen tree is rich in phyto-androgens, which can mimic testosterone and thus provide an all-natural supply or alternative to balancing low testosterone levels.*  

Review of Supporting Research

Alpha Complex also includes piperine, the active alkaloid chemical found in the rinds of black pepper fruits (or corns). This compound immediately increases the bioavailability of all other powerful plant compounds added to this blend – so you can really feel the difference!*

No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extracts.

Vegan Friendly!

HOW AND WHEN TO USE ALPHA COMPLEX?

• Add to hot water, coffee, tea, or smoothie.
• Alpha can be taken day or night – with or without food, so enjoy!
• Recommended once daily, but most importantly listen to the body (if it requires more, less or none).

NOTE: The flavour of the herbs in this blend is bitter, so blending in with strong flavours is often preferred.  ;) 

Introducing the - ALPHA COMPLEX - 

At Primal Herb, we are dedicated to providing only the best, most natural, sustainable, and research/tradition-supported ingredients, formulas, and formula combinations.

To keep our products top-notch, fresh, and ahead of the curve, we work to regularly develop new formulas and improve our current ones.

We’re proud to introduce our new revamped blend of mushrooms and botanicals for Alpha Complex, featuring a new cast of ingredients.

Each ingredient has been carefully chosen for its historical evidence-based use and support from research for dealing with some facet of male reproductive health.

Our new lineup:

CORDYCEPS

The mushroom from Asia so well-known for boosting energy and athletic performance, cordyceps also has a notable effect for reigniting male reproductive health and hormones.

Traditional healers used it to enhance and restore reproductive function in both men and women in ancient times. In modern times, studies show that cordyceps raises testosterone levels, protects the reproductive system as an antioxidant, and boosts fertility.

EPIMEDIUM

More commonly known as horny goat weed—a name that reveals some of its perks—epimedium may be one of the most famous reproductive health and energy tonics of all time. Studies show that it helps increase sperm count, boosts testosterone, and even supports better hair growth and vitality.

GRAPE SEED

One of the most famous sources of antioxidant supplements for health turns out to be incredibly useful for male reproductive health. Grape seed extract is widely known for its ability to lower the risk of cancer, though studies point to a special affinity to prostate cancer, plus support for overall prostate health.

MUCUNA PRURIENS

The plant otherwise known as velvet bean is best known for rejuvenating energy and vitality in those who take it. It also shows some benefits to stress and depression, too. Most valuably of all, this tropical Asian plant demonstrates advantages for men in studies, including improvements to low fertility, hormonal imbalance, low energy, and low sperm quality.

PINE POLLEN

In old days, traditional healers from Asia caught on to some interesting properties in their native pine trees— particularly from its pollen. Studies today show pollen from some species of pine contains phyto-androgens. These can mimic testosterone and activate human testosterone receptors, thus stimulating a natural balance or boost to low testosterone levels. Other benefits: better hair growth, fertility, and energy.

TONGKAT ALI

Another amazing herb for male health of Asian origin, tongkat ali has many uses and benefits. None are greater than what it lends to male health, which may make it the most multi-faceted natural botanical for male reproductive wellness of all. Studies show it is a testosterone booster, a sperm count booster, and a revitalizing tonic for male energy, vitality, and performance.

Supporting Ingredients

There are amazing benefits to male health to be unlocked from all the main ingredients we’ve chosen for our formula.

And yet to help every single herb, mushroom, and compound reach its optimum potential, we’ve thrown in a few extras:

MONK FRUIT (LUO HAN GUO)

More than anything else, we add monk fruit—a small melon from Asia—to improve the flavor and enjoyment of our formulas, but in the healthiest way possible. This superfood and superfruit has become popular nowadays for its saccharine sweetness, but without all the harmful downfalls of sugar: high blood glucose, increased risk of diabetes, inflammation, and more.

In fact, monk fruit comes with a net positive of benefits to pair with its sweet flavor, including reduced inflammation and weight loss support.

BLACK PEPPER FRUIT

Beyond being one of our favorite universal seasonings in the culinary world, black pepper also touts some incredibly useful health properties—particularly for digestion.

The hulls of the black pepper fruit, which we more commonly call peppercorns, contain a compound called piperine. This alkaloid is known to boost intestinal health but, most importantly of all, increase the bioavailability of difficult-to-digest compounds, such as from herbs and mushrooms.

Adding piperine to our formulas ensures that everyone gets the most effect and benefit possible, and that Alpha Complex’s benefits to men’s health can truly and quickly be felt.

Enhance Male Health, Function, and Energy

Unlike other supplements out there, Alpha Complex takes a slightly different road—and a much wider and more comprehensive approach to improving men’s health.

Rather than focusing on only one dimension of wellness, we cover all the bases: including more than one ingredient in our formula means multiple benefits.

Boosting reproductive and hormonal health involves a whole lot more than raising testosterone levels.

That’s why we have looked at each research-supported botanical with historical use for men’s health, and chose only the best, each carefully selected to handle a different but overlapping facet of male reproductive health. Including:

• Testosterone Levels

Focusing on testosterone levels for men’s health is important, and it’s definitely not overlooked in our selections.

Our herbs and mushrooms are among some of the best-known in the natural world for supporting the body’s own methods for boosting this prized male hormone—or bringing in a completely new but also natural supply, such as in the form of phyto-androgens.

• Increase Energy, Function, and Performance

Raising testosterone is known to help with these problems in men’s health directly, though we also choose herbs and mushrooms that go above and beyond in this department as well—boosting energy and vitality in ways that don’t involve testosterone.

This makes double sure that reproductive energy and performance is improved in all the ways possible with help from the natural world.

• Boost Fertility

When men’s health flounders, so can one’s ability to have a family or plan for the future. Alongside energizing and testosterone-stimulating herbs, we’ve chosen botanicals shown by research and traditional use to stoke up fertility and thus improve one’s outlook.

• Fortify Physicality: Hair Growth and Muscle Mass

As a not-so-little bonus, our ingredients are also chosen for improving two of the things men start to miss as they get older: hair growth and building of muscle. Research shows that some of our ingredients can certainly be restorative in this area, not only boosting health inside but making sure that those who take our supplement look their best.

• Protect Overall Male Health and Reduce Chance of Disease

Energy, vitality, function, and fertility all have their value in men’s health—and so does appearance. But protection against male reproductive disorders, diseases, and dysfunction is even more important.

Our included ingredients have great reputations for reducing the risk of some of the most common threats to male health, such as enlarged prostate, infertility, and even prostate cancer.

In the long run, our supplement can be a trusty daily tonic to help keep some of the biggest male health concerns at bay.

Alpha Complex with Women

Before women start to feel left out, don’t fret: Alpha Complex could play an important role in female reproductive health, too.

Though testosterone is considered the “men’s hormone” and estrogen solely a women’s hormone, the truth is that everyone has a little bit of both.

What’s more, testosterone even fulfills certain functions in women’s health that make the hormone absolutely irreplaceable. People of all kinds, regardless of gender, will be surprised by the roles it plays in reproductive health, no matter who they are.

Plus, this formula goes far beyond just helping the body boost and receive more testosterone by natural means.

The herbs are also known for simply supporting reproductive health in many other ways, regardless of male or female systems. For women the formula can also:

• Increase Needed Testosterone

Contrary to popular belief, testosterone does play an important role for women—and especially when they age.

Just like in men, women experience a drop in testosterone as they age, especially around menopause. With it often comes a drop in the reproductive drive, too.

Supporting the body’s ability to produce its own testosterone, as well as using botanical “phyto-androgens” to help increase it naturally, may help restore the reproductive drive in women according to studies.

NOTE: Boosting testosterone is not recommended for women with reproductive cancers.

• May Improve Cognition, Memory, and Focus

Some research suggests testosterone can also help improve cognitive function—and not just in men, but in women and generally the entire population.

That’s not to say that being a man and having male hormones makes one automatically smarter and superior to women. Everyone has some levels of testosterone in them, but when the balance gets out of whack or too low, it does have an effect on brain function.

What more, lots of the herbs in our formula don’t just improve this with their testosterone-lifting capabilities: as antioxidants, they can help the nervous system directly and improve this, too

• May Improve Mood and Help Mood Disorders

For women too, testosterone is necessary to adequately combat mood imbalances or disorders. When it dips too low, one can experience mood disturbances such as anxiety or depression—and the same thing may happen in the case of low estrogen.

Regardless of gender, low testosterone has implications for hampered mood, mental health, and well-being according to science. As a plus, the antioxidant benefits of the herbs in our supplement blend also impact the nervous system in a way that helps in this department.

• Can Help Increase Strength and Stamina

Women passionate about their workouts and performing their very best when they exercise—or building up the greatest strength possible—may want to check out the herbs in our formula.

Science suggests that increasing testosterone in women who need it can optimize athletic performance as well as boost energy levels. What more, it can also help them build muscle mass more successfully, thus increasing their strength.

• Can Help Improve Weight Management, Obesity, and Metabolism

When one improves energy, mood, strength, and physical capabilities, it can all culminate into one overarching benefit: ultimately, this can all help one achieve better weight management and, in the proper circumstances, weight loss.

For one, increased testosterone can help counteract high estrogen, while high estrogen can increase fat development and thus increase weight.

Testosterone also helps increase muscle mass, which naturally burns fat and thus aids in weight loss. For some women, increasing testosterone levels somewhat can help with weight loss—though this isn’t the case with all women, and they should talk to their doctors.

Best of all, the herbs in our blend are each equipped with supporting the traditional use and science to prime the body for its very best in reproductive health.

All this is owed to the stellar antioxidant compounds that fend off inflammation in the body—including the reproductive system—and thus ensure that reproductive health, whether male or female, is always at its finest.

BALANCE RESTORE OPTIMIZE!

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a natural path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.

FORMULATED TO SUPPORT THE ENDOCRINE & ADRENAL SYSTEMS*

What exactly goes into the Endo Adrenal formula? Each completely addition is chosen by the Primal Herb research team for its proven effectiveness, safety, research, and historical use.* Read on for why each herb and fungi has been chosen.

Ashwagandha

We chose ashwagandha for the top-notch research supporting it as the best herb for the job—that is, for correcting endocrine and adrenal imbalance. Ashwagandha moderates various hormones, particularly supporting against stress and anxiety, then restoring vitality and energy, as well as working to aid the thyroid. 

Siberian Eleuthero

We add eleuthero next for some extra energy and stamina restoration, since these things can easily get tapped out due to weak endocrine and adrenal fatigue.

Rhodiola Rosea Extract

Rhodiola is added also for the energy it helps reignite in the body. Coupled with eleuthero, even the most sluggish metabolism will be kicked back into high gear—not to mention, rhodiola adds in some extra stress-relief, anti-anxiety, and thyroid supporting benefits, making it a good combination with ashwagandha also. 

Schisandra Extract

Like ashwagandha, schisandra helps reduce cortisol—the stress hormone—that the adrenal glands produce. When experiencing adrenal fatigue, too much of this hormone is tied to anxiety, burnout, fatigue, and even digestive shut down. Schisandra will also boost overall immunity, helping keep sickness and shut down from wrecking anyone’s schedule.

Cordyceps

Cordyceps, eleuthero, and rhodiola all together are the ultimate trio for catalyzing energy in a body experiencing slow metabolism, no doubt due to a stressed endocrine system. Cordyceps especially has the stellar reputation for boosting energy, as well as speeding metabolism for more effective exercise and weight loss. 

Gynostemma

The anxiety, stress, and fatigue of feeling run down may ultimately be what gets the best of us. Gynostemma can help with this, being a known adaptogen that adresses the anxiety and weariness that is all a part of adrenal and glandular fatigue. As an added plus: it has been shown to aid in regulating blood sugars and the thyroid too. 

Astragalus

Digestive shut down can be a part of stress burnout, adrenal fatigue, and chronic anxiety from being run down. Astragalus will take care of this as well as working to boost immunity, and speed up metabolism all at once. 

Licorice Root

 To cover all bases, licorice root is added to make sure immunity is taken care of. All too often, immunity suffers as the result of being overworked and overwhelmed—what’s worse, that gets overlooked. If being sick too often is a problem licorice will be a valued help to your immunity. 

Review of Supporting Research

Endo Adrenal also includes piperine, the active alkaloid chemical found in the rinds of black pepper fruits (or corns). This compound immediately increases the bioavailability of all other powerful plant compounds added to this blend – so you can really feel the difference!*

No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extracts.

Vegan Friendly!

HOW AND WHEN TO USE ENDO ADRENAL?

• Add to hot water, coffee, tea, or smoothie.
• Endo Adrenal can be taken day or night – with or without food, so enjoy!
• Recommended once daily, but most importantly listen to the body (if it requires more, less or none).

ENDO-ADRENAL: FUEL FOR ADRENAL AND ENDOCRINE FUNCTION

Every day, we pit ourselves against a world that demands so much of us.

And yet, sometimes it seems like the world returns so little. Not so if one looks deep into the natural world for a little herbal assistance, however.

THE SUBTLE UNWELLNESS OF ENDOCRINE AND ADRENAL FATIGUE

Today’s generation is a generation of high achievers. We fill our schedules and plates with more than we can handle sometimes, despite our hunger for achievement and zest for life.

But over time, this lifestyle can rob us of our health, energy, and well-being, sometimes in incredibly subtle ways. While on paper or at a glance, a friend or loved one (or even a doctor) would see us as completely healthy, it’s still clear though that something’s not right.

We feel fatigued, drained, irritable, maybe even anxious sometimes. It can be hard to get out of bed. Though depletion of some sort is clear, it’s a sort of malaise that is hard to detect.

This is because intense, chronic stress very likely affects the endocrine system. This is an often overlooked but still immensely important system regulating energy, metabolism, drive, mood, and so many other things.

Parts of the endocrine system include the adrenal glands, thyroid gland, pituitary gland, and so much more.

WHY ADRENAL AND ENDOCRINE CARE MATTERS

There are quite a few words to describe a tapped-out endocrine system.

Stress burnout, adrenal fatigue, and even depleted immunity to some extent are results of a weakened endocrine system—or could even be synonymous with this unwell state of being.

There are a few reasons why it’s important to consider adrenal and endocrine system care when thinking about daily health and wellness:

1. It is often overlooked by healthcare professionals. Only now are doctors and health practitioners beginning to take signs of endocrine weakness, deficiency, and adrenal fatigue seriously, and not attribute it to unrelated issues. This includes chronic fatigue, difficulty concentrating, difficulty sleeping, low energy, low drive, and many other subtle symptoms besides.

A lot of this has to do with the fact that, up until recently, the medical world hasn’t fully understood the source of common symptoms like fatigue and brain fog. Now, issues relating to the thyroid, autoimmunity, and other parts of the endocrine system are being explored more thoroughly.

Still, a good preventive measure is to take self-care into one’s own hands, with the help of lifestyle changes, diet improvements, and the help of research-supported herbs.

2. Even if understood, there are few solutions to the problem. There are few medical answers to certain types of endocrine unwellness (such as hormone imbalance or thyroid problems), and most definitely not for adrenal fatigue, which is not officially or fully considered a health issue by doctors.

So even if someone finds definite answers to their fatigue, brain fog, and other issues, often times they may just be prescribed better self-care tips regardless. And in addition to improving health through a less stressful lifestyle improved diet, a little additional home-remedy phytotherapy from herbs can give one the extra wellness boost they need.

3. If endocrine and adrenals suffer, the whole body suffers. Many of us can vouch for the fact that if we feel tired, fatigued, foggy, or have a low immune system, then it really feels like the entire picture of our health falls apart.

Here at Primal Herb, we’ve come up with Endo-Adrenal: an all-herbal, completely natural way to strengthen the entire body via the endocrine system and adrenals—using only wildcrafted herbs with stellar reputations backed by research, science, and long-standing tradition.

In many ways, caring for the endocrine system, hormones, and adrenals is a holistic way to help us feel healthy overall. After all, immunity is tethered to the endocrine system, too—and when immunity is low in general, this opens up an unwanted portal to all sorts of diseases, illnesses, and issues that we would be better off without!

Certainly, lifestyle and diet changes are the ultimate key to welcoming better endocrine/adrenal health in the long run. If an extra push is needed to get started, however, explore our Endo-Adrenal herbs, which can get the ball rolling when stress burnout and adrenal fatigue are just too difficult to climb out of!

ASHWAGANDHA EXTRACT (WITHANIA SOMNIFERA)

Ashwagandha, the prime Ayurvedic tonic of old, is the star of our formula. The evidence-based proof behind its benefits to human health is astounding. And that doesn’t even dig into the science!

This herb from India is a popular health adaptogen (helping the body “adapt” to stress) and is known to simply reinforce health and wellness all around. The ways it has been observed to work is by directly targeting the endocrine system (especially the thyroid) and also restoring energy, including vitality.

One of ashwagandha’s most interesting qualities is its ability to reduce adrenal fatigue by helping to minimize excess cortisol output, as found in this 2012 study. This, in turn, brings enormous benefits to stress and anxiety, in addition to reducing fatigue and brain fog.

In earlier 2010 research, ashwagandha was also observed to be naturally regulating both male and female hormones as well as thyroid hormones into a healthy balance in test subjects. In short, this makes this herb a very helpful natural solution to issues such as low drive, thyroid imbalance, and perhaps even minor “intimate” dysfunction as well resulting from overall endocrine imbalance.

ELEUTHERO EXTRACT (ELEUTHEROCOCCUS SENTICOSUS)

Eleuthero is yet another herb for which we have Asian folk medicine to thank. It is also commonly called Siberian ginseng because its health benefits are comparable to the legendary ginseng, a similar root that is always in such high demand all around the world.

The root of this plant is quite popular among health nuts and fitness gurus. This is because there are many studies showing that it enhances athletic performance, energy, and metabolism—the latter two being aspects of health governed by the endocrine system.

Last but not least, Siberian ginseng is well-known for its ability to keep stress burnout at bay, in effect improving the body’s ability to withstand stress by keeping up energy levels and metabolism. All of this is rooted in a healthy endocrine system and adrenal function: if these systems struggle, then endurance, energy levels, and stress coping mechanisms will struggle as well.

A 2010 study showed that eleuthero’s abilities to boost energy were certainly measurable—and considerable! A much broader review of the herb in 2013 draws upon yet more evidence and studies supporting eleuthero’s endocrine capabilities.

If anyone needs an ally in their corner to get metabolism, energy, stress endurance, and physical endurance back on track, it’ll be the eleuthero found in our formula.

RHODIOLA EXTRACT (RHODIOLA ROSEA)

Often called the “arctic adaptogen” by herbalists and health practitioners, this is because this alpine botanical grows in far northern regions. It’s also garnered quite the reputation for strengthening health and helping to recude the chances of illness.

Much like eleuthero in Asia, rhodiola has been used among far north cultures (including the Vikings, Siberians, Saami, and many others) to boost energy, stamina, and endurance. It was also helpful for alleviating stress, anxiety, and fatigue. It is highly likely that it achieves these effects by targeting the endocrine system.

While major studies drawing solid connections between rhodiola and the endocrine system are lacking, nevertheless there is some interesting research on the subject.

One 2010 article in the Journal of Medicinal Food called for more research on this connection. It suggested the use of rhodiola for helping with common symptoms of thyroid dysfunction—hypothyroidism in particular, which is a common thyroid imbalance causing weight gain, chronic fatigue, and lower physical energy and performance.

SCHISANDRA EXTRACT (SCHISANDRA CHINENSIS)

Schisandra provides yet another miraculous adaptogen remedy from Asia. It has also been called “five flavor berry” at times because it was perceived that one could taste all five tastes when the berry of the plant was consumed: sour, salty, sweet, bitter, and savory.

Since the berry held all the possible flavors, it was also thought that it could cure all ails. While that’s been proven to be not quite true, it is true that its powers as an adaptogen strengthen overall health, which in turn help the body reduce the chances of all sorts of illnesses, diseases, issues, and weaknesses.

Much like ashwagandha, schisandra can naturally help reduce cortisol levels, a result of endocrine imbalance (as shown in this 2015 study). This in turn protects the adrenal glands, reduces stress, boosts energy, and even raises immunity.

CORDYCEPS EXTRACT (CORDYCEPS SPP.)

Fitness lovers and athletes no doubt love herbs like eleuthero just as much as they love cordyceps. This is because both herbs are widely recognized for their abilities to boost athletic performance and energy—energy that is rooted in the endocrine system.

Cordyceps is a mushroom remedy with probably one of the most fascinating backgrounds in the world. It infects insects for a time and then, when it is ready to “bloom,” it drives its host to climb the tallest tree, where the insect finally dies and the mushroom grows, erupting from the creature’s exoskeleton.

Not uncoincidentally, taking this mushroom can give us some much-needed drive in our lives as well (though with a much happier ending). While it’s still speculation as to how it works, a 2010 study found that older subjects who took cordyceps had much better physical energy and stamina on average. It appeared that the mushroom acted upon metabolism to make this happen—thus making it a healing herb for the endocrine system.

GYNOSTEMMA EXTRACT (GYNOSTEMMA PENTAPHYLLUM)

Gynostemma (also known as jiaogulan) ends the lineup of world-renowned adaptogens from Asia.

This one has gained its claim to fame in its own unique way: locals of southern China, where the plant is native, were known to take the plant as a tea every day. These same locals have been studied for living to ages of 100 and beyond, which made the vine-like gynostemma receive worldwide interest.

No doubt, part of why gynostemma may extend long life is due to its endocrine-protective properties, though these are hard to understand. For one, gynostemma does act on metabolism by helping lower blood glucose and thus reducing the chances of obesity (as seen in this 2010 trial), which can be signs of metabolic imbalance (especially in cases of type 2 diabetes and some hypothyroidism).

On the other hand, gynostemma also appears to indirectly help with stress and anxiety by modulating hormones like dopamine, serotonin, and corticosterone (in this 2015 trial). If concerned about mood imbalance, hypothyroidism, and blood sugars in relation to endocrine imbalance, then gynostemma will be another great herb in our formula to have on your side.

ASTRAGALUS EXTRACT (ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEOUS)

This herb with a sweet taste is part of the genus Astragalus, which hosts thousands of medicinal species. It is also closely related to many legume plants: including beans, peas, soy, peanuts, licorice root, and many others.

While other adaptogenic herbs may handle various levels of endocrine health, no other handles the digestive aspect of this as directly as astragalus. Traditionally, it has also been used as a remedy for digestive disorders, diarrhea, and even anorexia on top of restoring energy, vitality, and reducing fatigue and stress burnout.

Astragalus is perhaps most well-known for raising immunity, as described in this 2011 study. Often, reduced immunity can be the indirect fallout of endocrine imbalance.

In addition, a 2010 study on tilapia found that astragalus could particularly boost metabolism and immunity in the gut. After all, digestion can take an indirect hit from reduced metabolism and endocrine function—so by having astragalus included in the blend, the digestive issues are well taken care of.

LICORICE EXTRACT (GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA)

Licorice is a close relative to the aforementioned astragalus, and has quite a bit in common with the vine-like herb. With a much sweeter flavor in comparison, licorice is better known for revving up the immune system, in addition to improving tired states, difficulty concentrating, and all-around fogginess from endocrine deficiency.

Take licorice, and one will find their immune system performing at a higher level than ever before. But licorice has also been studied (in 2014) for stopping endocrine imbalance in its tracks alongside its bolstering effects on reduced immunity.

In fact, in this study, its endocrine and immune effects were appealing enough to consider the herb as an anti-cancer agent!

BALANCE RESTORE OPTIMIZE!

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a natural path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.

Boost & Balance your Immune System with Primal Herb!

What exactly goes into the Optimal Immune formula?
Primal Herb has chosen each fungi and herbal extract for its proven effectiveness, safety, research, and historical use.*

Chaga (Inonotus Obliquus) Extract: 30% Polysaccharides
This medicinal mushroom, hailing from the boreal forests of the Northern Hemisphere, is chosen for this blend – particularly due to its immunomodulating properties, High beta-glucan and Polysaccharide content. It’s well-documented in studies that it may support both underactive immunity and autoimmunity, helping to support a Balanced Immune System.*

Cracked Shell Reishi Spores
You could easily call this worldly mushroom the King of all Immune-Boosting Mushrooms. The most thoroughly studied for its Adaptogenic and Immune-Modulating qualities, it contains both Beta-Glucans and Polysaccharides that help modulate low immunity and autoimmunity.*

Turkey Tail (Coriolus Versicolor) Extract: 30% Polysaccharides
A pretty multicolored mushroom reminiscent of a turkey, its health benefits are definitely nothing to gobble at. Its traditional uses for fighting colds and illness are translated today into research-supported immune powers: enhancing and balancing the immune system, combating viruses, restoring energy, and banishing fatigue in the face of immune issues.* 

Maitake (Grifola Frandosa) Extract: 30% Polysaccharides
Ever heard of maitake mushrooms? Also called hen-of-the-woods, they have amazing amounts of Beta-Glucans, which are beneficial to both an Overactive or Underactive Immune system.*

Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera) Root Extract (20:1)
This herbal root is a long-hailed Ayurvedic tonic of India. Used as a nutritious food and tonic, it may have adaptogenic properties that both protect and enhance an overactive or underactive immune system. Further, Ashwagandha is an effective antioxidant, nutrient-rich, well-studied, and widely known for its ability to help restore and improve energy.*

Astragalus (Astragalus Membranaceus) Extract: 30% Polysaccharides
Used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for helping support against colds, flu, and more. According to studies, the plant may help stimulate white blood cells, antibodies, and even interferons, all of which readily combat illnesses and viruses.*

Burdock (Arctium Lappa) Root Extract (20:1)
In many parts of the world, burdock root has been consumed as both a food and for helping restore strength, cleansing the liver, and improving overall health.* Some preliminary studies reveal that this perceived effect of the root on health may be because it boosts immunity. The root has also been studied for its potential anti-inflammatory and blood pressure-lowering effects, yet more properties that could be related to immune protection.*

Review of Supporting Research

Optimal Immune also includes the addition of piperine, the active alkaloid chemical found in black pepper. It immediately increases the bioavailability of the powerful compounds in these mushrooms and herbs so that you can feel the difference!* 

No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extracts.

Vegan Friendly!

HOW AND WHEN TO USE OPTIMAL IMMUNE?

• Add to hot water, coffee, tea, or smoothie... or even integrate into some food dishes!
• Optimal Immune can be taken day or night – with or without food. :)

THE BEST OVERALL HOLISTIC IMMUNE SUPPORT

If there was any one thing that could be focused on to improve health in the most far-reaching way, what would it be?

What aspect of health is the best to focus on holistically?

Many will acknowledge that the immune system is one of the most powerful yet overlooked dimensions in the bigger picture of health. And yet, in mainstream health or even at physicals and doctor’s checkups, the immune system is persistently overlooked.

The immune system may be the best target for improving health in the most holistic and effective way possible over the long-term.

“Holistic” refers to a health modality that doesn’t just target single symptoms, problems, or disorders. It also aims at fixing, treating, or supporting the underlying cause, which is sometimes overlooked, deemed unimportant, or is unperceivable to mainstream medicines.

As it turns out, weak immune systems can be the hidden cause for a huge list of health issues.

Even subtle health challenges like weakness, frequent illness, chronic fatigue, brain fog, and stress burnout can be due to an imbalanced or weak immune system. Chronic inflammation issues, too, may point to immunity as the culprit.

But even more significantly, various conditions may be linked to weak immunity or inflammation, which is ultimately caused by or connected to problematic immune systems. Autoimmunity is an obvious issue, though people may not realize that allergies, high blood pressure, and even type 2 diabetes may eventually occur due to poor immunity.

Do everything possible to promote balanced immunity and protect overall wellness by choosing Optimal Immune, in addition to following an immunity-supporting diet and lifestyle.

THE IMMUNE SYSTEM – KEY TO WELLNESS

Not many people realize that there is one underlying aspect of health that relates to all of Wellness: The Immune System.

We tend not to draw that important connection between immunity and wellness issues as often as we should, especially in the modern day-to-day. Still, it’s one of the most important aspects that impact our health and plays a bigger role than we think.

BUT WHAT EXACTLY IS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM TO BEGIN WITH?

It is much like other systems in our body, such as the nervous, cardiovascular, and skeletal systems. It’s made up of our lymphatic systems, white blood cells, leukocytes, even our liver and much more.

Its purpose? To work hard to protect us from illness, weakness, and compromised function. It’s much like a source of reserves in our body – when reserves are strong, we handle health issues much better, and with greater vitality and energy.

However, when it Weakens – or, on the other hand, becomes Overactive – then we start experiencing those ever-so-familiar symptoms of wear, tear, and fatigue.

This is when we need to call on the power of more immune-specific, concentrated herbs, botanicals, and ingredients to get our immune systems back on track.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I STRENGTHEN MY IMMUNE SYSTEM?

In a few words: far-reaching, very beneficial effects through all body function.

The Immune System:

• Helps Fights common illnesses, like colds and flu*
• Supports the body’s ability to resist more serious diseases*
• Helps Combat infection (viral, bacterial, and more)*
• Helps Boosts metabolism*
• Triggers and promotes fever to fight disease and infection*
• Improves energy and vitality*
• Helps Controls inflammation*
• Maintains optimal blood pressure and cholesterol levels*
• Helps Reduce autoimmunity (overactive immune system)*

STRENGTHENING UNDERACTIVE IMMUNITY*

In most cases, your immune system becomes “underactive” in the face of certain unhealthy obstacles. Your reserves start to drain, and your shield weakens and wears thin.

The result: weakness, more colds and illnesses, low energy, and fatigue.

The solution: forming better habits, improving your diet, exercise, and of course... supplementing with immune-specific herbs.

ALLEVIATING OVERACTIVE IMMUNITY*

Overactive immunity is the other side of poor immune health, and it is often quite misunderstood. Rather than picturing it as depleted reserves or a shield wearing thin, imagine it more like your trusted bodyguard: someone who is sworn to protect you.

But instead of just protecting you as it should by attacking invaders, it also attacks you and hurts you!

An overactive immune system is not weak, like an underactive one. It is in fact very powerful and healthy, doing what it’s supposed to do – in some ways.

The only fallback: it’s so out of control that it attacks your own healthy tissues too, not just the antigens, infections, and other factors it is designed to.

Overactive immunity is also known as “Autoimmunity,” and there is very little known about what exactly causes it or how it can be remedied. However, there has been extremely positive results from making lifestyle changes such as with foods, stress management, and adaptogenic herbs.*

While some supplements and herbs are known to “rev up” immunity and increase its function to aid with underactive immunity, with a more overactive immune system you’ll need to find supplements that are better at bringing it back to balance – not just magnifying its abilities.*

You don’t want to simply Boost Immunity. You want to Balance It, and that’s where Optimal Immune can be your ally in this approach.

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a Botanical path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.

Elevate your mind with Primal Herb's Neuro Shroom stack!

Underlying all the frills of this Primal Herbs formula , every ingredient Neuro Shroom has been selected for two powerful traits: neuroprotection and neuro-regeneration. While there are real benefits for both young and old, this would be a great go-to supplement to stave off age associated cognitive decline. Keep that noggin feeling fresh and spritely!

Per Serving: (1/2 tsp - 82 Serves)
Lions Mane Extract 30% Polysaccharides (572mg) - Shown to regenerate damaged nerves and stimulate new cell growth in the nervous system.
Cordyceps Militaris Extract 30% Polysaccharides (320mg) - Acknowledged to have an anti-depressant effect, as well as forestall fatigue and boost natural energy levels.
Reishi Spore - Cracked Shell (256mg) - Most famous for its interactions with the immune system to help modulate inflammation, this same effect may extend to the brain and nervous system as well.
Huperzia A (64mg) - A herb which demonstrates neuroprotective, and neuro-regenerative capabilities, not unlike lion’s mane, reishi, and cordyceps.
Bacopa Monnieri Extract - 20% Bacosides (64mg) - Derived from a perennial creeping herb leaf and used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Shown to improve memory, mood and attention with long term supplementation.
Black Pepper Fruit Extract (3mg) - Yeilding 10% Piperines, this extract aids absorption of the other good stuff going down your gullet, getting you more out of each serving.

No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extracts.

Vegan Friendly!

Check out what Primal Herb has to say about Neuro Shroom here.

 

SUPPORT NERVES AND THE NERVOUS SYSTEM

What exactly goes into the Neuro Regen formula?
Primal Herb has chosen each fungi and herbal extract for its proven effectiveness, safety, research, and historical use.*

Lion’s Mane (Hericeum erinaceus)

An unforgettable-looking mushroom that has garnered way too many animalistic titles to count, including deer’s tail, monkey head, and hedgehog mushroom.

Today, the name lion’s mane has stuck. It is one of the most-researched mushrooms in the world for its exciting potential to protect nerves, heal nerves, stimulate nerve re-growth, and reduce the risk of nerve-related conditions.*

Epimedium

We include an herb that earned its captivating name by the kick of energy it would give livestock.

Humans, too, get a real energy boost from this invigorating plant and ancient medicine. Today, studies reveal and suggest that this has to do with its nerve regenerating and protective properties.

Mucuna pruriens (Velvet Bean)

In ancient times, this bean-like plant was remarkable for the way it made both people and animals itch when they came into contact with it.

Ancient healers long ago—in addition to scientists today—have found that this itchiness is owed to plant compounds that act similar to neurotransmitters, which in turn can help bring balance to nerves and the nervous system.*

Sulforaphane

Arguably the healthiest benefits to eating kale, broccoli, and even kohlrabi are all due to some wondrous phytochemicals found in all these members of the Brassica family.

Known as sulforaphane, these compounds are considerably powerful antioxidants—so powerful that they could curb inflammation of nerves, which in turn may help the nerves and nervous system regenerate.* 

Review of Supporting Research

Neuro Regen also includes the addition of piperine, the active alkaloid chemical found in black pepper. It immediately increases the bioavailability of the powerful compounds in these mushrooms so that you can feel the difference!*

No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extracts.

Vegan Friendly!

HOW AND WHEN TO USE NEURO REGEN

• Add a half teaspoon to hot water, coffee, tea, or smoothie 1 to 2 times daily... or even integrate into some food dishes!
• Neuro Regen can be taken day or night – with or without food. :)

PLANT-BASED INGREDIENTS FOR NERVE SUPPORT, STRENGTH & RECOVERY*

How does our Neuro-Regen formula accomplish all the amazing feats above?

That’s easy: through the careful selection of scientifically-supported herbs, plant-based ingredients, and fungi also used for their research-proven benefits over thousands of years.*

The natural world has a lot to offer in nerve and nervous system support—but we’ve decided to only choose among the very best botanicals to include in our blend.

Centuries (if not millennia) ago, ancestors of ours from all over the world discovered and tested the uses of many different herbs and fungi for their healing properties. Expert herbalists and healers of all kinds mastered their uses.

Looking at what they have discovered and accomplished, we’ve learned a lot about what specific plant-based ingredients, herbs, and mushrooms can do for the brain, nerves, neurons, and overall nervous system health.

Today, research and traditional use have together hand-in-hand narrowed the best botanical uses down to a select few species, each with impressive reputations both in their body and field of traditional use—and scientific studies to boot.

These include:

LION’S MANE (HERICEUM ERINACEUS)

None of our ingredients roar quite so loudly in the world of nerve recovery as the lordly lion’s mane. Along with other widely popular medicinal mushrooms like reishi and cordyceps, lion’s mane has been a go-to remedy in the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

Originally, lion’s mane was a simple tonic that visibly improved overall health—though healers noticed it had an especially strong impact on the brain, nerves, mood, and much more.

Researchers today are noticing similar results. A 2017 review dubbed lion’s mane a neuroprotector and neuro-regenerative, meaning that it both helped protect and stimulate the growth of nerves and neurons.* It’s also shown great promise for reducing the risk of a wide range of neurological diseases.*

EPIMEDIUM

Hearing the name of this herb is sure to intrigue. Scientifically known as epimedium, its more common names reveal more than enough about its benefits in the realm of energy, vitality, and the reproductive system.

But Epimedium has another trick up its sleeve: it helps heal and protect nerves, much like lion’s mane does.

This, of course, accounts for some of its energizing properties. Yet studies have also shown that it could boost cognitive abilities, improve nervous motor function, and even help nerves grow back through neurogenesis.*

VELVET BEAN (MUCUNA PRURIENS)

Many of us may not recognize this herb in the Western world. It looks somewhat like a vanilla bean, though it’s unrelated to the culinary spice.

In Eastern and Asian healing practices, however, the reputation of the herb mucuna pruriens is only preceded by very few others.

What was once appreciated as a faultless nerve tonic now has science and research to back those claims and uses today.

More specifically: a 2014 review shows that the plant contains a precursor to dopamine, which is responsible for supporting mood and reducing one’s risk of Parkinson’s disease.* Another study in 2011 shows that the compounds in mucuna pruriens have such strong nerve functions, they could forestall seizures and epilepsy.*

SULFORAPHANE

Beyond the astounding nerve tonic potential hidden in a small handful of healing herbs, apparently, there is impressive healing potential to be found in our everyday plant foods as well.

Sulforaphane, compounds found in vegetables of the brassica family, are a great example of this.

These sulfur-like phytochemicals can be experienced when eating and enjoying veggies such as broccoli, kale, cauliflower, cabbage, radishes, turnips, mustard, kohlrabi, and many others besides.

What’s more, they have purported anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

So antioxidant, in fact, that in a 2011 review, sulforaphane was named a potential therapy for neurodegenerative diseases related to damaged nerves and neurons.*

A 2017 study also found that sulforaphane could help relieve neuropathic pain (Natural Nerve Pain Relief)where mainstream medicine has failed to find a successful pain reliever for such conditions.*

THE SCIENCE OF THE NERVES AND NERVOUS SYSTEM

Why focus on the nerves and the nervous system? Why are they so important, and how (and why) do they play such an important role in health and wellness?

More importantly: what are nerves?

Making up the bulk and the majority of our nervous systems, nerves are basically bundles of cable-like tissues that branch out through practically every surface and organ of our bodies.

We need nerves to feel and sense pain, as well as many other sensations.

Nerves also transport certain messages between far-flung and distant areas of the body that need to communicate with one another.

Without them, the entire body would be disassociated, disconnected, and out-of-sync. Without sensation perception of pain, for example, the body would become damaged without any knowledge of when (or how) to protect itself and heal itself.

In short, nerves and the nervous system are the pathways between which we communicate with our own bodies.

Nerves let us know if we are experiencing too much pain or damage, or too much stress, depression, and anxiety. As a less obvious or known benefit, they are also great gauges for how much energy we have.

This is all the more reason to focus on and take care of the nervous system—including with the help of botanicals and other natural means.

WHY WOULD I NEED EXTRA NERVE SUPPORT?

When mixed all together, these favorite formula herbs for nerve support cover all the bases one could possibly imagine when working to strengthen the nervous system.

At their basic foundation, each herb, mushroom, or plant-based ingredient supports the nerves and neurons, old and new.

Branching out from these benefits, however, there’s far more to Neuro Regen’s ingredients than meets the eye.

Why pursue better healthiness and support for the nervous system with the use of botanicals?

Some of the following reasons may convince.

TO IMPROVE MOOD

It’s one of the elemental basics of the nervous system: nerves tie into mood. The majority of us know that.

But this also has huge implications for dealing with mood states like stress, depression, and even anxiety.

And not just as simple mood states, but for the benefit of more major conditions as well.

Plenty of studies suggest that herbs that help regenerate the nerves and neurons can also have an enormous impact on moods and mood disorders, with herbs and fungi like lion’s mane and mucuna pruriens being great examples.

TO IMPROVE ENERGY

It may surprise some to hear that the well-being of the nervous system and nerves also has a strong connection to energy levels.

The central nervous system, for example—referring to the brain and spinal cord—is responsible for the creation and circulation of many neurotransmitters.

Serotonin, dopamine, and many others among these neurotransmitters govern the body’s energy levels in a variety of shocking ways.

When the nerves and nervous system suffer or get out of whack, there’s a sure bet that energy levels will be impacted or involved.

Investigating the help and support of various botanicals and plant-based ingredients to improve nerve health and the nervous system can have some interesting (and energizing) benefits, too.

TO IMPROVE MENTAL FOCUS, CONCENTRATION, AND MEMORY

Numbering among the most likely reasons someone may take interest in neuro-regenerative herbs is to experience cognition, focus, and memory-boosting effects—also known as nootropic effects.

One of the most immediate effects of trying neuro-boosting herbs is overall better brain function.

Strengthening the nerves and nervous system helps with all this, whether the brain is stressed or if one is experiencing a dip in cognitive function as a telltale sign of aging.

Healers of the past have caught onto this benefit, and even today, athletes and health experts can vouch for this link, too—which can be strengthened with the help of neuro-regenerative herbs.

TO SUPPORT OR REDUCE THE RISK OF NERVE-RELATED CONDITIONS

It might be the biggest benefit of nerve-supporting herbs of all.

Taking care of the nerves equates to a healthy nervous system and can also form a wellness shield against illnesses and disorders that are involved with or caused by nerve damage, imbalance, or other nerve-related factors.*

In addition to reducing risk, it can also form support for people already experiencing these imbalances.

SIGNS NEURO REGEN COULD BE HELPFUL

Far beyond looking to these ingredients for specific nerve support, there are a few not-so-obvious—and in fact subtle—signs that one’s nervous system could need a little boost.

In such instances, some of the ingredients in this powerful formula might just come in handy.

Even if there’s no condition involved or of concern, the herbs, mushrooms, and plant-based phytochemicals can still be turned to for a little health boost.

This applies even if a person doesn’t have a diagnosed disorder, but is experiencing nerve-related challenges nonetheless.

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a natural path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.

Get your Reishi on with this Primal Herb stack!

The wider Reishi species (aka. Ganoderma ) is well documented to have strong anti-inflammatory actions, which lead to a number of downstream health benefits, from improved immunity to neuroprotective, neurogenesis and improved cognition functions. Red Reishi (aka. Ganoderma lucidum ) in particular has also been found to have appreciable prebiotic, antioxidant and anti-tumour properties.

Per Serving: (70 Serves)
Reishi Mushroom Extract - Whole Fruiting Body (748mg) - Hosting powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant and immune support, Red Reishi is also beneficial for gut biome, organ, and brain health alike. A recorded feeling of improved wellbeing and mood has been found in clinical trials.
Reishi Spore - Cracked Shell (748mg) - Red Reishi Spores are very high in triterpenes, one of the main active compounds in Reishi, providing a great potency boost to the stack.
Black Pepper Fruit Extract (5mg) - Yeilding 10% Piperines, this extract aids absorption of the other good stuff going down your gullet, getting you more out of each serving.

This combo results in a total composition including:

• 30% Polysaccharides

• 20-25% Beta-Glucans

• 5% Triterpenes

• No Fillers, No Dying Agents, No Additives, Just 100% Pure Extract

Vegan Friendly!

Check out what Primal Herb has to say about Reishi Shroom Complex here.

 

FORMULATED WITH WILD HARVESTED REISHI!

The core of  Reishi Shroom Complex is pure Duanwood Red Reishi Mushroom
Naturally grown and harvested from hardwood logs in the forest. Primal Herb only uses matured fruiting bodies of Red Reishi – one of the most potent of all the types of Reishi Mushrooms.

PLUS CRACKED SHELL RED REISHI SPORES!

We also add equal amounts of Red Reishi Spores, which are very rich in triterpenes, one of the main active compounds in Reishi.* In fact, the spores are far more potent than even the fruiting body.

Spores are, however, impossible for humans to digest due to their hard coating. They must be “cracked” by a modern technique to expose the inside of the Spores to our digestive system. Cracked Reishi Spores are prized and are more expensive than Reishi alone.*

Review of Supporting Research

Reishi Shroom also includes the addition of piperine, the active alkaloid chemical found in black pepper. It immediately increases the bioavailability of the powerful compounds in these mushrooms so that you can feel the difference!

WHY EVERYONE SHOULD RELISH REISHI MUSHROOM

It’s beautiful, it’s intriguing—it’s reishi mushroom (Ganoderma spp.), a woodland fungus that haunts the woodlands in both Asia and the United States.

Growing sometimes to an enormous size, people may spy this mushroom erupting from the side of certain tree trunks, often showing off colors of bright scarlet and yellow, though sometimes it can also take on a deep purple-burgundy color.

Regardless of its appearance, it’s the health benefits that lurk underneath its surface appearance that people are truly after.

Ancient herbalists in China, the forerunners of today’s modern Traditional Chinese Medicine practices (TCM), experimented with this tough-as-nails mushroom and eventually discovered that, when made into certain preparation forms, reishi imparted very noticeable health benefits.

Today, what was once considered a simple health tonic is now one of the most popular, renowned, and premier supplements for wellness.

Seek out the best and highest quality reishi extracts and experience its ancient benefits firsthand—health properties that, though once praised long ago, are now backed by dozens of scientific studies and research. Including:

• Boosting of immunity to lower inflammation, reduce one’s chances of getting sick, and helping deal with allergies better*
  
• Antioxidant support that can help one age better, strengthen organs and systems, rev up energy, and stop degeneration and free radical damage*
• Neuroprotective and neurogenerative effects that both protect and stimulate the growth of healthy nerves and neurons*
• Enhancement of brain function, including memory, focus, multi-tasking, learning, cognition, problem-solving, and mental energy*
• Metabolism benefits that can help unleash better energy levels while improving metabolism to keep an ideal weight*

NOT JUST ANY REISHI MUSHROOM…

It’s true that reishi touts many perks for health and wellness, supported by both evidence-based use in the past and modern scientific studies today.

But it’s not true that just about any reishi supplement is effective, nor do they all have same effects as any other preparation.

For the most effective and trustworthy reishi extracts or supplements that are far more guaranteed to deliver all of its research-supported benefits, seekers of the healthful mushroom should look for formulas that include cracked shell reishi spores.

Spores from reishi are known to contain the densest concentration of the mushroom’s bioactive compounds (polysaccharides and triterpenes). However, they need to be “cracked,” because each spore is surrounded by one of nature’s hardest natural substances ever, a fiber called chitin.

The human body cannot digest chitin and thus we can’t access reishi’s compounds naturally. As such, supplement extracts that only contain cracked shell spores—or otherwise a dual extraction process of hot water and alcohol—will be noticeably more effective.

Fortunately here at Primal Herb, we work hard to make sure our extracts are only made using dual extraction and cracked shell spores to ensure that every single compound is guaranteed to go the extra mile.

About Primal Herb

Primal Herb is bringing the best of botanical supplements through the meeting of modern science and ancient practices.
Founded by Sean Landry and Michael Mueller, Primal Herb is on a mission to inspire and provide a natural path to Balance, Restore and Optimize the body. They work toward this through the dispersal of actionable information and their own botanical formulations which are devised from historical learning and the latest scientific studies.