WIRED's Guide to Mushroom Supplements (the Functional Kind)
Briefly

Mushroom supplements have transitioned from traditional uses in Eastern cultures to popular health boosters in the West, especially in the 21st century. Celebrities like Gisele Bündchen and Gwen Stefani have helped popularize these adaptogenic fungi amidst a growing biohacking culture. No longer restricted to cooking, mushrooms like lion's mane and cordyceps are now found in lattes and smoothies. Their medicinal potential is being actively researched, particularly in cancer therapy and treatments for viruses such as COVID-19. Brands like RYZE and Four Sigmatic are key players in making these supplements accessible and appealing to consumers.
The Western world has slowly embraced mushrooms as tools for functional wellness, transforming from ancient remedies to supplements that enhance brain function and overall health.
Functional mushrooms are not just a recent trend; their health benefits have been recognized for centuries, but their presentation has adapted to modern lifestyles.
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