The Transformative Power of Medicinal Mushrooms Nutrition, Immunity, and Longevity (Live at 17th IHS)

The following presentation was recorded live at the 17th International Herb Symposium, September 2025.

Step into the fascinating world of medicinal and edible mushrooms in this vibrant, research-rich presentation by Dr. Christopher Hobbs, author of the award-winning Medicinal Mushrooms: The Essential Guide. Discover why adding mushrooms to your daily diet may be one of the most impactful choices you can make for long-term health and resilience. Mushrooms can contain up to 50% prebiotic fiber by dry weight, making them one of nature’s most powerful allies for cultivating a diverse and thriving gut microbiome—the foundation of immunity, mood balance, inflammation regulation, and longevity.

We’ll take both an introductory and deep-dive look into the many health benefits of mushrooms, including their dense nutritional content (vitamins, minerals, and complete protein), potent immune-modulating and anti-inflammatory compounds, and their growing reputation as daily health-promoting and anti-aging allies. You’ll learn how to select the best-quality products, prepare your own tea powders from well-studied species, and apply mushrooms for prevention, vitality, and recovery.

Dr. Hobbs will guide you through the top 10 most studied and widely used species. Whether you’re new to medicinal mushrooms or ready to deepen your practice, this class will offer practical, inspiring tools to bring their healing power into your daily life.