The world of medicinal mushrooms is ancient, mysterious and more current than ever. While traditional cultures have been using them to support the body and mind for thousands of years, more and more people in Europe are discovering their value within a natural lifestyle. But who will help you navigate this fascinating field? Meet the mycotherapist: a specialist in applying mushrooms for health and balance. In this blog, you'll read what mycotherapy means, where it comes from and what exactly a mycotherapist does.
What is Mycotherapy
Mycotherapy is a form of nature-based therapy that uses medicinal mushrooms to naturally support the body. The term is derived from the Greek mykes (mushroom) and therapeia (treatment). In practice, this means that mushrooms containing specific bioactive compounds - such as polysaccharides, beta-glucans and triterpenes - are used to supplement a healthy lifestyle. Mycotherapy focuses on strengthening