Wild-Harvested vs. Cultivated Fungi: Unpacking the Entourage Effect of Naturally Derived Metabolites
In the world of functional mushrooms, it’s easy to assume that all fungi are created equal. However, just as we’ve seen with Chaga, the environment in which mushrooms grow can drastically alter their chemical makeup. From temperature extremes and natural predators to nutrient-dense host trees, wild fungi develop under stressors that promote a richer, more…