Today I'm speaking with Julian Mitchell from Life Cykel. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of functional mushrooms, particularly focusing on Lion's Mane, Reishi, and Cordyceps. Julian shares insights into the origins of Life Cykel and the extensive research supporting the benefits of these mushrooms for cognitive health, sleep optimization, and gut health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of biohacking and how mushrooms can enhance overall well-being and longevity.
Julian Mitchell is a passionate advocate for the health benefits of functional mushrooms and the co-founder of Life Cykel, a company dedicated to harnessing the power of these natural wonders. With a background in health and wellness, Julian has dedicated his career to exploring the intersection of traditional medicine and modern science. He highlights the significance of gut health and its profound impact on overall well-being, discussing the roles of mushrooms like Turkey Tail and Shiitake in promoting health. The conversation also covers the importance of gut testing, the historical use of mushrooms in traditional medicine, and advancements in extraction methods that improve bioavailability. Julian emphasizes sustainable cultivation practices and rigorous quality control measures to ensure product integrity, concluding with a focus on the benefits of specific mushrooms and the importance of choosing high-quality products for optimal health.
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Brain Biohacking with Kayla Barnes — Functional Mushrooms For Health
Today I'm speaking with Julian Mitchell from Life Cykel. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of functional mushrooms, particularly focusing on Lion's Mane, Reishi, and Cordyceps. Julian shares insights into the origins of Life Cykel and the extensive research supporting the benefits of these mushrooms for cognitive health, sleep optimization, and gut health. The conversation emphasizes the importance of biohacking and how mushrooms can enhance overall well-being and longevity.
Julian Mitchell is a passionate advocate for the health benefits of functional mushrooms and the co-founder of Life Cykel, a company dedicated to harnessing the power of these natural wonders. With a background in health and wellness, Julian has dedicated his career to exploring the intersection of traditional medicine and modern science. He highlights the significance of gut health and its profound impact on overall well-being, discussing the roles of mushrooms like Turkey Tail and Shiitake in promoting health. The conversation also covers the importance of gut testing, the historical use of mushrooms in traditional medicine, and advancements in extraction methods that improve bioavailability. Julian emphasizes sustainable cultivation practices and rigorous quality control measures to ensure product integrity, concluding with a focus on the benefits of specific mushrooms and the importance of choosing high-quality products for optimal health.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Functional Mushrooms and Life Cykel
01:30 The Journey of Starting a Mushroom Company
04:08 Research and Benefits of Lion's Mane Mushroom
09:02 Lion's Mane and Its Impact on Sleep and Memory
10:40 Exploring Other Mushrooms: Reishi and Cordyceps
19:35 The Role of Turkey Tail and Gut Health
28:04 The Importance of Gut Health
29:19 Understanding Gut Testing and Probiotics
30:21 Root Causes of Health Issues
31:44 Exploring Turkey Tail Mushroom
33:07 Historical Use of Mushrooms in Medicine
35:26 Advancements in Mushroom Extraction
39:03 Sustainable Mushroom Cultivation
42:00 Quality Control in Mushroom Products
51:34 Benefits of Shiitake Mushroom
55:29 Bioavailability of Mushroom Products
59:22 Choosing Quality Mushroom Products
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