Chemistry of Functional Mushrooms - Dr. Anna Sitkoff

Join us in visualizing the biomechanics and physiological effects of mushrooms in the body with our knowledgable guest, Dr. Anna Sitkoff. We cover the unique chemical profiles of fungi, optimal extraction methods, administration, philosophies and more. Following along may require some preliminary understanding of functional mushrooms. For beginner learning, check out episodes #4, #6 and #11..Dr. Anna Sitkoff is a Naturopathic Doctor, avid researcher, botanical medicine enthusiast, and exceptionally curious applied mycologist. During her studies at Bastyr University she did laboratory research on the rosy polypore mushroom, exploring the anti-cancer and immune-modulating properties of different extraction methods. For the last six years she has taught medicinal mushroom classes in the Pacific Northwest geared towards the identification and utilization of local mushrooms as medicine. A lifelong student of medicine and the human body, her greatest interest is how mushrooms and their constituents interact with human physiology. Her blog is a platform for public education about her findings in the literature that empowers readers to make their own mushroom medicine. She will be working as a primary care physician in Port Townsend, Washington beginning in October 2020, and is currently a scientific advisor for North American Mushroom Extracts (NAMMEX).www.mushroomrevival.comWe are a functional mushroom company and make 100% certified USDA Organic and Vegan mushroom supplements. We are transparent with our lab results, and use actual fruiting bodies aka mushrooms! We provide our supplements in tincture, capsule, powder, and delicious gummy form. Energy (Cordyceps): Need a little pick-me-up before a workout or when you’re picking up your kids from school? The Energy Cordyceps is the mushy match for you.Focus (Lion’s Mane):  Needing a little more focus in your daily life? Lion’s Mane is known to be the mushroom for the brain and may support cognitive function.Calm (Reishi): Looking for some tranquility and zen in your life? Reishi will bring you into the zen state of mind you’ve been searching for.Daily 10 (Mushroom Mix): It’s like having 10 bodyguard mushrooms fighting off all those bad guys. This is a good place to start as it contains all of the daily mushies you need. Not sure where to begin? Take our mushroom quiz here.Use code ‘PODTREAT’ for a 30% discount.