Within us there is a small army that monitors and defends our body when a virus, bacteria, fungus or any other microorganism enters and can cause disease.
This small army of cells, known as antibodies , make up much of what is known as the immune system .
To enhance the activity of this system, it is necessary to lead a healthier lifestyle: sleep the necessary hours, eat well, exercise.
And we add another action that will bring great benefits to the functioning of the immune system: including products made with adaptogens in your daily diet.
One of the most effective ways to do this is by consuming Special Brownies from Mutii Adaptogens , our vegan flour to prepare brownies that is made from adaptogenic mushrooms such as maitake, cordyceps, reishi, chaga and lion's mane.
Now, how do the components of these adaptogenic mushrooms act in our body to improve the activity of our immune system? Here we tell you:
Maitake: according to research carried out by Japanese scientists, this mushroom contains polysaccharides called beta-glucans , which are attributed the ability to stimulate the immune system as a result of the activation of macrophages, large cells of the immune system whose function It is to phagocytose, that is, to capture toxic particles and cells, such as tumor cells.
Cordyceps: it has been found that the components of this fungus stimulate the immune system or increase defenses because they increase the action of “natural killer cells.”
Reishi: has been used as a cancer treatment in Japan, as it appears to inhibit and delay the growth of tumors thanks to its positive effect on the immune system by activating macrophages and T cells that fight the disease and help the body. get rid of viruses, bacteria and cancer cells.
Chaga: is a mushroom rich in beta-glucans, which are powerful regulators and modulators of our immune system. By stimulating the increase in leukocytes, they help our body defend itself against diseases .
Lion's mane: This mushroom helps protect and balance the intestinal microbiota , which helps reduce the chances of suffering from stomach infections.
Thus, in one way or another, adaptogenic mushrooms , among many of their benefits, help improve the action of our immune system and keep us free of infections and diseases caused by the various microorganisms that can affect us. Learn more benefits of adaptogenic mushrooms and decide to include them in your diet through delicious desserts.
