7 Mushrooms You Should Be Taking Daily

Did you know certain mushrooms can literally rewire your brain, supercharge your immune system, and even help fight cancer? Studies show that medicinal mushrooms can enhance survival rates in cancer therapy and boost cognitive function. In this episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Dr. Axe dives deep into the fascinating world of medicinal mushrooms — revealing ancient wisdom, modern science, and actionable insights you can start using today. Discover the bioactive compounds that make these fungi true healing powerhouses, how they work in your body, and how to match the right mushroom to your personal health goals. In today’s show, you’ll uncover: * A critical nutrient that could transform how your body detects and fights hidden threats * The natural compounds that help calm inflammation and restore internal balance * A surprising way to shield your body from the silent forces behind aging and fatigue * How a rare molecule could be the key to unlocking better brain function and cardiovascular health * The powerful secret to growing new brain cells Tune in to learn: * How to choose the best mushrooms for cancer recovery, Lyme disease, immune balance, and even athletic performance * The real science behind how mushrooms enhance brain function, hormone health, and stress resilience * The surprising Biblical perspective on using natural substances like mushrooms for healing If you're ready to unlock the incredible healing potential of medicinal mushrooms and elevate your body, mind, and spirit, this episode is packed with life-changing insights you won’t want to miss. #mushroom #naturalhealth #draxe -------------------- We’ve created a full blog post that walks through the main points and insights from this episode. If you'd like to dive deeper or revisit the information later, this is a helpful resource to keep on hand. Read it here → https://thehealthinstitute.com/2025/04/25/medicinal-mushrooms-natures-most-powerful-healing-allies/ -------------------- 00:00 Introduction 01:18 Medicinal Mushrooms 12:29 How Healing Mushrooms Work in the Body 19:42 Top 7 Mushrooms for Healing 30:22 Mushrooms for Cancer 33:36 Mushrooms for Infections 35:27 Other Benefits of Mushrooms 39:15 Psilocybin Mushrooms 48:20 A Christian Perspective on Psilocybin Mushrooms -------------------- Staying healthy in today's world is an upstream battle. Subscribe to Wellness Weekly, your 5-minute dose of sound health advice to help you grow physically, mentally, and spiritually. Every Wednesday, you'll get: * Holistic health news & life-hacks from a biblical world view * Powerful free resources including classes, Q&As, and guides from Dr. Axe * The latest episodes of The Dr. Josh Axe Show Sign up here → https://forms.thehealthinstitute.com/l-77 Submit your questions via voice memo to be featured on the show → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe -------------------- Links: https://royal-mushroom.com/blogs/news/how-reishi-mushroom-can-promote-longevity-benefits-usage-and-anti-aging-effects https://www.naturesrise.com/blogs/brainfood/cordyceps-for-energy https://pureprescriptions.com/reishi-mushroom-a-natural-remedy-for-calming-effects-backed-by-science/ https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2025.1405796/abstract https://www.thresholdperformanceclub.com/p/the-science-of-cordyceps-and-their-role-in-vo2-max-endurance-performance https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1550-2783-12-S1-P45 https://www.sterlingmedicalcenter.org/opinions/medical-benefits-of-chaga/ https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/turkey-tail-mushrooms-act-as-nonspecific-immune-modulators -------------------- Ads: Get 15% off your first order with the code AXE at oneskin.co/AXE. Even if your bloodwork looks ""normal,"" your symptoms could point to Cell Danger Response (CDR). Discover how to break free from CDR and unlock your full potential at https://beyondbloodwork.com/. -------------------- ➕ CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ Website → https://thehealthinstitute.com/ -------------------- DISCLAIMER This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program.