Host Defense Blog

  • Brain & Body™ Golden Milk Latte

    Brain & Body™ Golden Milk Latte

    Warm up this winter with the Host Defense® signature Golden Milk Latte! Our MycoBotanicals® Brain & Body™ Powder has Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushroom mycelium, Turmeric, Ginger, Cinnamon and Black Pepper. Combine it with your favorite milk to make a warm and fragrant latte. Add extra spices, sweeteners, and coconut oil for an evening treat!
  • Decoding Latin Binomials

    Decoding Latin Binomials

    Have you ever wondered why scientists use complicated, italicized, tongue-twisting terminology to describe living organisms? The truth is there are many advantages to the use of scientific names when referring to living things, beyond sounding sophisticated or impressing those surrounding you.
  • The Makings of a Successful Mushroom Foray

    The Makings of a Successful Mushroom Foray

    Host Defense® Talks with Tristan Woodsmith, our Sustainability Analyst, and former Education and Outreach/Equipment and Cultivation Specialist. We sat down with Tristan to discuss what makes a successful mushroom foray.
  • Paul Stamets' Signature Smoothie Recipe

    Paul Stamets' Signature Smoothie Recipe

    How does Fungi Perfecti® founder and Host Defense® formulator, Paul Stamets, incorporate our mushroom mycelium powders into his daily routine? A smoothie! His recipe is a mixture of healthy fats, antioxidants, and a whole lot of Lion’s Mane.
  • Meet Loni

    Meet Loni

    Meet the people behind-the-scenes of Host Defense®! We're real people, keeping it real. Get to know Loni Jean Ronnebaum, aka Ronnebaumanita loniscaria, Fungi Perfecti’s Retail Office Manager.