Well, here’s the scoop: certain mushrooms, including Reishi, Chaga, Maitake, Cordyceps and Lion’s Mane, have been studied for their potential in supporting weight loss, heart health, antioxidant and vitamin content. They can reduce appetite, boost metabolism and even promote a sense of fullness, making it easier to stick to your goals. Lion’s Mane in particular is being studied to look at the benefits for users in reducing the effects of degenerative neurological conditions, promoting nerve growth, enhancing memory, as well as assisting people living with anxiety and depressive disorders.

Long- and short-term studies have found that mushrooms, in combination with exercise and other lifestyle changes, can have an important impact on weight loss. It is thought that the antioxidants in mushrooms may increase cells’ defence systems, thus improving anti-inflammatory actions and protecting against obesity-related hypertension.