Four Peaks Medicinals, Vibrant Mind Blend is made with Lion's Mane Mushrooms, Ashwagandha, Rhodiola and Gotu Kola

Description and Ecology:

Lion's Mane Mushrooms are an edible-and often culinary- mushroom characterized by it's unique crown of long, dangling white spines, giving it a distinctive "lion's mane" appearance. It typically grows in clusters on dead or wounded hardwoods primarily across North America, Europe and Asia. Lion's Mane has been used for centuries in both food and herbal remedies.

Ashwagandha Root is an evergreen shrub with bell-shaped greenish flowers and small orange red berries, in the nightshade family, native to the Indian subcontinent, Middle East, North Africa and parts of Europe. Traditionally celebrated as a rasayana- a rejuvinating tonic and adaptogen- Ashwagandha has been used for centuries in India to support vitality, nervous system resilience and overall well-being.

Rhodiola Rosea is a perennial flowering herb that grows in cold, mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. It's roots and rhizome are the parts most commonly used for medicinal or supplemental properties. Rhodiola has a long history of use as a medicinal plant, aiding in endurance, strength and fatigue, especially in regions where it grows naturally, such as Russia, China and Scandinavia.

Gotu Kola is a small low-growing, creeping herb that thrives in swampy areas and has been used for culinary and medicinal uses. It naturally grows in tropical and subtropical wetlands and marshy area of Asia, such as India, Sri Lanka, China and Indonesia.

Health and Medicinal Benefits:

Lion's Mane contains a diverse array of natural compounds, including: Beta-glucans and other polysaccharides- noted for immunomodulatory, antioxidant, and blood sugar- friendly properties. Hericenones and Edinacines- terpenoids that may stimulate nerve growth factor. Studies have shown that Lion's Mane can stimulate the nerve growth factor production, promote brain cell growth and enhance memory and cognitive function. Some studies have shown improvements in memory, processing speed and clarity. Others studies suggest reductions in anxiety and depressive behaviors.

Ashwagandha Roots are rich with several bioactives including: Withanolides, Alkaloids, Saponins and Sitoindosides, which are believed to underlie many of ashwagandha's traditional and studied effects. Used to help support stress reduction, sleep enhancement, and potential perks in mental and physical resilience.

Rhodiola Rosea is full of key bioactive compounds such as rosavins, salidroside and other phenolic compounds and antioxidants. Research suggests that Rhodiola may offer several health benefits including, stress reudction, reduced fatigue and improved energy, cognitive performance, mood and depression and more.

Gotu Kola is full of bioactive compounds including, triterpenoid saponins and antioxidants. Studies have shown many benefits of adding Gotu Kola to your diet, such as, improved blood circulation, cognitive functiona and mental wellness support, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant support, stress, anxiety and mood support, and possible accelerated healing support for wound and skin injuries.