Medicinal Mushrooms and Motherhood 7/16/25 Ep 15.mp3

Can mycology be the catalyst to living a healthier more vibrant life, starting in motherhood? We discuss all things mushrooms; their culinary wonders using shiitake, oyster and portobello, all have medicinal properties, their amazing benefits to fertility and sperm health, their role in supporting gut microbiome health, and even the hallucinogenic properties to support mental health. Wow! If you don't eat or use medicinal mushrooms, this interview will inspire you to start taking them now! The study of fungi, a group that includes the mushrooms and yeasts have been part of human history- in art, in lore, in food, and medicine for ever in our recorded history. In our modern life, we can now verify scientifically through studies and research what our ancestors have known all along – Mushrooms are super cool! They live in the dark recesses of the woods and seem sort of magical. Tune in now to learn more! My wonderful guest today is Dr. Anna Sitkoff Anna Sitkoff is a licensed naturopathic doctor and medicinal mushroom expert with over a decade of experience, specializing in natural therapies that blend clinical practice with research. As Co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Lucidum Medicinals, she formulates evidence-based mushroom supplements that support immune, lung, and nervous system health. Widely recognized for her expertise in functional medicine and women’s health, Anna educates practitioners and the public on the therapeutic power of mushrooms. Her experience as a new mother has deepened her focus on postpartum health, driving her mission to provide effective, science-backed natural solutions. Check out Dr. Anna Sitkoff https://www.drannasitkoff.com/practice    Visit Jill Troderman host of Feeding the Family schedule your Holistic Nutrition Counseling Session, teaching, upcoming classes or speaking engagements here https://santacruzholisticnutrition.com/