{"title":"Host Defense Mushrooms – Immune Support Supplements | Vitasave","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHost Defense Mushrooms deliver natural immune and stress support with organic, science-based mushroom blends for everyday wellness and vitality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"host-defense-lions-mane-memory-nerve-support-120-capsules","title":"Host Defense Lion's Mane (VCaps)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHost Defense Lion's Mane Capsules\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe best way to prevent the onset of a cold or flu is by strengthening your immune system. And there's no easier way to do that than through natural supplements, which is what \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vitasave.ca\/collections\/host-defense\"\u003eHost Defense\u003c\/a\u003e has to offer in the form of Lion's Mane – Memory and Nerve Support. The lion's mane mushroom is one of the most nutritious mushrooms globally, with a high amount of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and other essential amino acids. It can act as a neuroprotectant that could help prevent brain disorders, such as epilepsy, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Host Defense Lion's Mane Capsules use activated, freeze-dried, Certified Organic mycelium, with a full spectrum of constituents: polysaccharides (beta-glucans, arabinoxylane, glucose, xylose, galactose and mannose), glycoproteins, ergosterols, triterpenoids and other myco-nutrients, which are essential for Supporting Natural Immunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAbout Host Defence company:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHost Defense is an award-winning brand based on the use of all-natural ingredients and botanicals that help support the immune system, improve mood, memory, focus and energy levels. The company was founded in 2008 by three top-ranking doctors from Johns Hopkins Medical School in Baltimore, MD. Through their work in extracting and developing compounds found in nature, they have seen success in the creation of one of the most comprehensive immune support lines available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe first product released by this company is Host Defense throat and nasal rinse – a revolutionary cooling formula that relieves sore throats instantly due to its remarkable minty taste. It was created to complement the best conventional gels and tablets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePromotes mental clarity, focus, and memory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvides cerebral and nervous system support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMany studies have identified an NGF (Nerve Growth Factor) in Lion's Mane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOptimizes nervous and immune system health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSupports cognitive function\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLion's Mane \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt is a mushroom that can be found in groups near conifer trees. The mushrooms themselves have a light to dark brown colour, with white, tan, or pink gill formations that create droplets on the underside of the cap. These droplets may also appear as dots on the upper side of the caps. The stalk is usually thick and sturdy but may occasionally be thinner and off-center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe spore print is white in colour, and the spores are roughly elliptical. The mushroom also has a slight, pleasant odour that is not very noticeable. One exciting thing about Lion's Mane is that, as it grows and expands, the mushroom will develop root-like appendages that grow out of the cap. These 'roots' can sometimes be seen on mature specimens of Lion's Mane, even though it has no natural root system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis can be due to the parasitic nature of the mushroom producing a toxin in response to the skin's presence. In addition, Lion's Mane tends to grow inside of other mushrooms – it rarely grows alone and will often attach itself to more established mushrooms. Because it is parasitic, Lion's Mane will inhibit the growth of other mushrooms nearby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLion's Mane has a rich history of use in Chinese medicine. It is used for many purposes, including the treatment of brain disorders and as an anti-viral. The fungus is also used medicinally to treat inflammation and effectively battling infections caused by certain bacteria and fungi. 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