Mushrooms: What Makes Them Magic, Medicinal and More

Hosted by Fiohann Shanahan BSc. (Hons) Nutrition

Mushroom hype is real. Discover the magic and the science as we explore the exciting things that we know and the even more exciting things we don't. Mushrooms have been around for millennia and have gained more traction than ever in recent years.

Join Fiohann Shanahan from Purica to explore the old wisdom, new knowledge and exciting future opportunities for this fascinating species. You will learn the basics of mushroom anatomy and growth, as well as some of the key benefits of certain species such as Lion's Mane, Cordyceps, Reishi and Turkey Tail and what to look out for when choosing supplements containing these nutritional powerhouses. We will also explore the fascinating theories behind magic mushrooms and the exciting possibilities for future therapies with these incredible fungi.

Fiohann has worked as a Nutritionist in multiple settings from community health to coaching for athletes. He has managed natural health stores and carried out nutritional consulting in multiple countries. His passion for health inspires him to share his knowledge with others. He believes that the best recipe for learning is a lot of curiosity, a dash of eagerness and a healthy dose of skepticism. His fascination for medicinal mushrooms began when he started using them for performance and recovery for MMA and was blown away by the results, leading him to his current role working with Purica.

You Will Learn:
-Basic anatomy of fungi
-Benefits of select species of medicinal mushrooms
-What we know about the medicinal qualities of mushrooms
-Old wisdom and new knowledge pertaining to mushrooms
-How to pick the best mushroom supplements
-Theories on magic mushrooms and potential future therapies

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