We all want to remain calm and clear-headed during a crisis, but stressful situations can be overwhelming. Stress affects all systems of the body. In times of stress, decompress with help from a custom combination of mushrooms and organic herbs that promote natural calm and tranquillity. Host Defense Stress Decompress supports nervous system health, immune system health, and mental relaxation.
How does stress impact your body?
Stress, a natural response to life's demands, has a wide range of effects on the human body. Our fight-or-flight response prepares us for action by activating our nervous system and releasing various hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. Stress can lead to muscle tension, increased heart rate, rapid breathing and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Chronic or prolonged stress can negatively affect physical and mental health. To maintain good overall health, a normal stress response is essential. Stress Decompress supports a balanced response to stressors with help from functional mushrooms and calming organic herbs.
How does Host Defense Stress Decompress help you deal with stress?
Reishi and Lion's Mane combined with Skullcap, Lemon Balm and Ashwagandha support a calm mind and balanced mood. Unfortunately, current EU legislation prohibits us from making claims that may suggest medicinal properties of mushrooms or herbs. Instead, please follow the links to detailed sources of information available publicly online.
- The latest scientific studies on Skullcap and its effect on mood. Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is a calming and relaxing herb that encourages emotional balance. Native to North America, Scullcap has been historically used in Native American and Chinese traditional medicine to aid the symptoms of stress and as a natural sleep aid. Scullcap contains the sedative flavonoid scuttelarin.
- The latest scientific studies on Lemon Balm, mood and cognition. Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis), part of the mint family, is native to Asia but was introduced to Europe and North America centuries ago. Traditionally known for its calming and soothing properties, Lemon balm is used to help ease the symptoms of stress and anxiety.
- The latest scientific studies on Ashwagandha and stress response. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), also known as Indian ginseng, is a natural adaptogen. Adaptogens help the body adapt to stress and maintain balance. Research focusing on stress-related conditions suggests Ashwagandha has cortisol-lowering effects. Cortisol levels affect anxiety, cognition, and sleep, to name a few.
- The latest scientific studies on Ashwagandha and cognition. Several of Ashwagandha's bioactive compounds show potential benefits for brain health by promoting the formation of neurons and enhancing neuroprotection. Ashwagandha contains withanolides.
- The latest scientific studies on Reishi and sleep. Reishi has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries; it is one of the most well-known and scientifically studied mushrooms. The immunomodulating" mushroom of immortality" supports energy levels and the body's natural ability to adapt to stress. By modulating stress response, Reishi contributes to reducing fatigue. Studies show Reishi may help shorten the time it takes to fall asleep and increase the amount of time you stay asleep.
- The latest scientific studies on Lion's Mane and mood.
- The latest scientific studies on the link between Lion's Mane and cognition. Lion's Mane, known as the smart mushroom, supports the brain and nervous system. Lion's Mane contains bioactives that stimulate the production of Nerve Growth Factors (NGFs) compounds that protect, repair and maintain nerve cells. Stress negatively impacts the nervous system; Lion's Mane supports nerve growth and repair, affecting mood and mental well-being.
Host Defense™
Mycologist Paul Stamets, a fungal and mushroom research pioneer, founded Host Defense™. Paul Stamets is at the forefront of groundbreaking scientific research into the use of medicinal mushrooms as nutritional supplements. The mycelium and mushrooms used in Host Defense™ products are grown by Host Defense™ in the United States. All Host Defense™ products are bee-friendly, vegan, USDA Organic (organic) certified, gluten-free and GMO-free.
No Fillers!
Host Defense™ believes in the enormous potential of the entire fungal organism; that’s why Host Defense™ uses myceliated grain, also known as mycelium biomass, in their products. The mushrooms are grown on an organic brown rice substrate. The mushroom mycelium consumes and enzymatically converts the substrate into a new, uniquely active ingredient that supports and complements the health-supporting benefits of the mycelium. Filler is an inactive ingredient that adds weight to the main ingredient, while a vast amount of scientific research and data backs the immunological activity of fermented myceliated biomass.
Ingredients per serving size (2 capsules): Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium 300mg, Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) mycelium 300mg, Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) leaf 200mg, Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) leaf extract 100mg, Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root extract 100mg, Pullulan (vegetarian capsule), Maltodextrin
Dosage: Take 2 capsules once (1) per day. Can be taken with food or on an empty stomach.
Contents: 60 capsules (30 doses)
Warning
May cause drowsiness. Not suitable in case of an allergy to any of the ingredients. May interact with certain medications, including medications for thyroid disorders, blood pressure, diabetes, and immunosuppressants. Ashwagandha may be toxic to the liver (hepatotoxic). Never exceed the recommended dose. Discontinue use if you experience any adverse reactions. If you are currently on medication (including drugs to slow blood-clotting, chemotherapy drugs and immunosuppressants), have a surgery planned, have health or medical conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, we strongly advise you consult with your doctor or immunotherapy specialist.
