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Currently, there seems to be a lot of confusion about beta-glucans and their contribution to the beneficial properties of mushrooms. In order to shed more light on the subject, Paul Stamets has written a new article, "Beta-Glucan Analysis and the Seven Pillars of Immunity".
Learn how mushrooms impacted our ancestors, and how current scientific research has better shaped our understanding of this beloved functional food.
Learn more about the books authored by our founder, Paul Stamets.
Few people know that we are more closely related to fungi than to any other kingdom. By selecting commensal bacteria to help digest food, both humans and mushroom mycelium created complex communities -- microbiomes -- to help digestion, prevent disease, and extend longevity. Not only do we benefit from a healthy microbiome, but so too does the mycelium.
Seven primary constituent classes, or “pillars” buttress the immunity enhancing effects of mushrooms. (Polysaccharides, Glycoproteins, Triterpenes, Lipids, Proteins, Cyathane Derivatives, Secondary Metabolites)
