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Beyond Kratom there's a whole world of plants, herbs and fungi taking the wellness industry by storm. Read articles linked to these amazing adaptogens here.

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Frankincense extract shows potential anti-cancer effects in ovarian cancer trial
5/26/2025
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Frankincense extract shows potential anti-cancer effects in ovarian cancer trial

Frankincense extract shows promise in killing ovarian cancer cells, including chemo-resistant types, offering hope for late-stage treatment, researchers find. When most people hear 'frankincense', they probably think of the biblical story of the Three Wis...

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Could magic mushrooms offer hope for Parkinson's patients?
5/21/2025
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Could magic mushrooms offer hope for Parkinson's patients?

Psychedelic demonstrates potential for enhancing mood, cognitive function and motor skills Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) believe that psilocybin - the psychedelic compound found in magic mushrooms - could offer meaningf...

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Are mushrooms effective in managing Thyroid Disease?
3/18/2025
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Are mushrooms effective in managing Thyroid Disease?

Once again Lion's Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) finds itself in the health and wellbeing spotlight, this time as a potentially powerful ally against thyroid conditions. Why is the thyroid gland important? Approximately 1 in 20 people experience som...

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Turmeric and curcumin: understanding the difference
3/13/2025
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Turmeric and curcumin: understanding the difference

Turmeric, a spice that comes from the Curcuma longa (c.longa) plant, is found naturally in Southeast Asia. Part of the ginger family, it contains over 200 compounds and has been used in Chinese and Indian cuisine and medicine for centuries. Curcumin is th...

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Talking mushrooms? Listen closely!
2/6/2025
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Talking mushrooms? Listen closely!

Mushrooms can communicate with each other using up to 50 words, according to a UK scientist. A professor has theorized that electrical impulses sent by mushrooms could be similar to human language. He believes that these mycological organisms could commun...

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In focus: the Lion's Mane mushroom
1/26/2025
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In focus: the Lion's Mane mushroom

Lion's Mane, also known as Hericium erinaceus, is an edible and medicinal mushroom belonging to the tooth fungus group (fungi with tooth-like or spiney protrusions). It's recognized for its unique appearance, resembling a lion's mane as it grows. This mush...

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Can microdosing mushrooms help to relieve PMS symptoms?
1/12/2025
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Can microdosing mushrooms help to relieve PMS symptoms?

Every month, millions of women turn to prescription or OTC medications just to get through their menstrual cycle. Menstrual pain, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) - a more severe form of PMS - affect the mental and phy...

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Is microdosing really beneficial for your health?
12/26/2024
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Is microdosing really beneficial for your health?

Advocates of microdosing argue that it provides various benefits, such as boosted creativity and fewer depression symptoms. However, existing research indicates that the evidence backing such claims is limited. If you haven't heard of microdosing before, ...

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Game on: how Lion's Mane mushrooms might enhance your gaming experience
12/19/2024
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Game on: how Lion's Mane mushrooms might enhance your gaming experience

At Hidden Valley Botanicals we love what functional mushrooms are bringing to the world of natural wellness. The potential they have to improve health and wellbeing is massive and we're still only in the early stages of understanding how much they can do. ...

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Do Sea Moss products live up to the hype?
12/4/2024
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Do Sea Moss products live up to the hype?

Sea Moss has recently gained popularity as the latest superfood endorsed by wellness influencers across the social media spectrum. Typically sold in gel form, sea moss is an adaptogen lauded for a range of health benefits, including supporting brain functi...

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Can Lion's Mane boost your immune system?
11/7/2024
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Can Lion's Mane boost your immune system?

Queuing for your morning coffee surrounded by coughs and sneezes? Hoping to make it to Thanksgiving without going down with a virus? Maybe you're already thinking of ways to boost your immune system naturally? Winter's just around the corner and with it,...

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Is Ashwagandha the newest hair loss prevention cure?
11/5/2024
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Is Ashwagandha the newest hair loss prevention cure?

To date, there haven't been many clinical studies confirming Ashwagandha as a direct treatment for hair loss. However, some of its components, along with its positive effects on stress, might help indirectly prevent hair loss. Ashwagandha is an evergreen ...

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Turmeric and Curcumin: the top ten health benefits
10/30/2024
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Turmeric and Curcumin: the top ten health benefits

Did you know, turmeric may well be one of the most powerful natural nutritional supplements available? Numerous high-quality studies demonstrate that turmeric offers significant advantages for both your body and brain, largely due to its primary active co...

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Is Moringa really a superfood?
10/23/2024
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Is Moringa really a superfood?

With over one hundred thousand videos on Tik Tok alone, the Indian herbal leaf Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is currently a darling of the alternative wellness scene. But is it just another in a long line of ethnobotanicals untested and unproven to dazzle us ...

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