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September is National Mushroom Month & National Honey Month

Posted by Host Defense · September 01, 2020

Happy National Mushroom Month & National Honey Month from Host Defense®! With these two celebrations in full swing throughout September, it’s the perfect time to highlight the synergistic relationship between two of our favorite things: mushrooms and bees.

How We Grow Mushroom Mycelium

Posted by Host Defense · August 13, 2020

At Fungi Perfecti®, we follow the science. And years of both internal and third-party testing has shown that mushroom mycelium is highly immunologically active. That’s why we use mushroom mycelium in ALL Host Defense® supplements - because it works!*

The Science of Mushroom Anatomy: Mycelium & the Fruitbody

Posted by Host Defense · July 31, 2020

Host Defense® Talks with the Expert – Jerry Angelini is Head of Science Education at Fungi Perfecti® and Host Defense®. We sat down with Jerry to discuss how beneficial mushroom mycelium and the fermented substrate used to grow it play a vital role in the Host Defense® product line.

Elderberry Plus Syrup: Elderberries and Mushroom Mycelium

Posted by Host Defense · June 11, 2020

Host Defense® Talks with the Expert – Jerry Angelini is Head of Science Education at Fungi Perfecti® and Host Defense®. We sat down with Jerry to discuss how Elderberry Plus supports an engaged and balanced immune system.*

Mushrooms and the Immune System

Posted by Host Defense · April 30, 2020

From cognition and mood support to energy and stamina, each mushroom species used in Host Defense® Mushrooms™ supplements offers a unique range of potential health benefits. But one thing that each species has in common is the ability to offer immune support.