Teelixir Mushroom Immunity - [REVIEW]

MUSHROOM IMMUNITY BY TEELIXIR FOR THE WIN!  

Teelixir Mushroom Immunity - Full Test & Review By Head Product Tester Amber Bennett

What I Love: 

The absolute powerhouse ingredients!  

Teelixir has packed in 8 of the best and most researched medicinal mushroom extracts into one supplement. If you’re looking for a mushroom extract that ticks all the boxes –from the immune system to gut health, this one is an absolute must-try!   

It's 100% certified organic AND wood grown.

Teelixir sources their mushrooms from deep in the mountains in China. This means they are away from any cities and industrial pollution {we don’t have to worry about toxins when consuming}. The mushrooms are also wood grown with no added grains, fillers, preservatives, starch or mycelium. 

The Taste

I consume my Mushroom Immunity in a lot of different ways and don’t notice any taste. Most of the time I add it to my morning coffee with dairy-free milk and a little honey.  The product dissolves perfectly without any lumps and if there is any taste, I don’t notice it. 

What Would Make Me Love It Even More: 

This product is hard to fault! The only thing I would love to see is the use of a Miron glass jar with a screw-top lid. The reason being that the current packaging with pop on/off tin lid can make it hard to close so the product stays airtight.

In Summary: 

Pros

• 8 of the world's most well-researched and highly concentrated medicinal mushrooms
•  100% certified organic and wood-grown mushrooms
• Love the taste and texture

Cons

• Would like to see air-tight packaging

WHERE TO BUY Teelixir's Mushroom Immunity

Click the big button at the top of this page or any of the banners in this review to head directly to the Teelixir website and make an order with them directly!

Before you do that though ... I mentioned that we have an exclusive offer for our readers - all you need to do is join our email list and you’ll receive a code for a minimum of 10% off your entire order with Teelixir. 

Alternatively, if you’d prefer to buy in person you can head over to their website and search for your nearest stockist.

Quick Ingredient Breakdown & Health Benefits: 

The star ingredients of this blend are: 

Agaricus blazei - One of the best-known and most researched medicinal benefits of Agaricus blazei is its ability to strengthen the body’s immune system. Traditionally used to combat diseases that include circulatory issues, diabetes, cancer, cholesterol management and hepatitis.   

Chaga sclerotia - Chaga is believed to contain potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It can be used as an alternative remedy for issues such as high blood pressure, arthritis and overall management of system-wide inflammation.  When systematic inflammation is lower, we have better energy, a clearer mind and an overall improved sense of wellbeing.   

Cordyceps militaris –Research has shown exciting results when using Cordyceps to improve fatigue, heart health and stamina. There has also been some research showing promising results using Cordyceps as a complementary medicine for some cancers due to its antitumor activity.    

Lion's Mane - Lions Mane has been said to provide numerous benefits for overall health. Some of those benefits include boosting performance, helping to regulate the nervous system and protecting your brain health.  

Maitake – In recent studies, Maitake has been shown to increase the ability of insulin to bind to liver cells and improve pancreatic function. The studies concluded that maitake may be useful for the prevention and management of diabetes by decreasing insulin resistance (also a fantastic benefit for those who suffer PCOS) 

Red Reishi – Probably one of the best-known medicinal mushrooms, Reishi is the ultimate mushroom for calming and replenishing our nervous systems. Not only can it help to calm us down, but it can also help our body adapt to stress, be that physical or emotional stress.  

Shiitake –Not only delicious cooked in a stir fry or made into a healing broth, Shiitake packs a punch with its antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial AND anti-inflammatory properties.  

Turkey Tail –This one is my favourite when it comes to gut health and immune system modulation.  It may even help to prevent cold and flu viruses or if you do get sick, to recover faster. This benefit I can personally attest to!  

It's widely thought that these medicinal mushrooms have a subtle, gentle way of providing our body with all the listed benefits. Most are adaptogens in nature which means they are doing things 'behind the scenes' in our body we may not be able to feel strongly at first, but long term they can make a huge difference to most aspects of our health. 

Two Recipe Ideas To Use With The Mushroom Immunity Blend: 

Mushroom immunity lends itself beautifully to simply stir into your morning coffee and tea, however, we decided to go a step further and use it as the hero ingredient for a few quick recipes.

Check them out below:

Mushroom Immunity Spiked Chai:  

Makes one serve 

• ¼ tsp Ground Cardamon
• ¼ tsp Ground Ginger 
• ¼ tsp Cinnamon powder
• 1 tsp Honey
• 1 mug full of your choice of milk (I love making my own macadamia milk and using it in this recipe)
• ¼ tsp Mushroom Immunity 

1. Pour your milk of choice along with Cardamon, Ginger, Cinnamon and Mushroom Immunity into a small saucepan over medium heat.
2. Whisk ingredients together until combined and there are no lumps. Once heated (usually only takes a couple of minutes) pour into your mug and add honey. 
3. Sit back, sip and relax.  

Note: This recipe is also delicious as an iced latte! Simply heat a small amount of milk with all ingredients (careful not to boil so you keep all the medicinal benefits of your honey intact).

Pour into your favourite glass, top up with milk and ice.   

Mushroom Immunity Cookies 

• 1 ¼ cup almond meal 
• ½ cup shredded coconut
• ¼ cup choc chips
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• 3 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp Mushroom Immunity 

1. Preheat oven to 180 Celsius 
2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together almond meal, coconut, choc chips, baking powder, Mushroom Immunity and salt. 
3. In a separate bowl, beat egg, melted coconut oil (make sure it has cooled so as not to cook the egg), maple syrup and vanilla extract 
4. Add wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until all combined. 
5. Scoop the mixture onto cling wrap and wrap cookie dough to store in the fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes 
6. Once the dough is chilled, use your hands to shape the dough into balls and place them onto a tray lined with parchment paper. Make sure to keep a space between cookie dough balls of about 1 inch. 
7. Bake until the edges begin to brown, which normally takes 7-10 minutes but can depend on your oven.  So keep an eye on them 8. Store in an airtight container (I keep mine in the fridge)  
8. Eat and enjoy! 

FAQ

How Do I Take Mushroom Immunity?

Teelixir recommends taking 1/4 to ½ - tsp Mushroom Immunity per day - however, you should start out small with your dosing to see how your body reacts. You can add it to your coffee, smoothie, chai, or milk of choice or get creative and add it to your meals when cooking or baking.

Can I Take Mushroom Immunity While Pregnant Or Breastfeeding?

It is always best to check with your health practitioner before taking any new herbs or supplements, especially if pregnant or breastfeeding.

How Long Will It Take Before I Notice A Difference In My Health?

Everyone’s health journey is different. Some people will notice a difference within the first week, while others notice more subtle changes over time. The most important thing is to stay consistent and pair your supplements with a healthy lifestyle for the best results.

I have noticed a difference right away when fighting off illness by taking Mushroom Immunity, but my results may not be your results and that certainly doesn’t mean it isn’t working. Mushroom extracts work in a gentle, subtle way. Stick with it!

Customer Reviews (as found on the Teelixir website)

“ Love the immunity blend. I mix it with my Vital all in one green powder for a great daily boost.” - Tim N.

“ Mushroom immunity is great in soups also can be mixed into coffee, I have found that it helps with a healthy microbiome, this is by far one of the best products I have taken, Thankyou teelixir.” - Joseph S.

“ Love this blend in the time I've been using it have not yet been sick even around my 2 young children who are often bringing bugs home from kindy, great addition to my morning coffee.” - Simon M.

Alternatives I Think Are Worth Considering

If you're already using Mushroom Immunity and want to widen your supplement range - or simply try something different, check these out below:

1.) Superfeast Mason’s Mushrooms

Before trying Mushroom Immunity - Mason’s Mushrooms was my favourite blend.  Formulated by none other than SuperFeast's founder, Mason Taylor, Masons Mushrooms are a speciality blend of eight potent and powerful medicinal mushrooms from around the globe. It consists of the following mushroom powder extracts, all extracted in a 10:1 ratio:

• Wild chaga*, semi-wild reishi*, semi-wild lion’s mane, cultivated cordyceps CS-4, semi-wild Agaricus blazei, semi-wild shiitake, semi-wild poria, semi-wild maitake - *= dual extract

2.) Teelixir's Mushroom Probiotics

This blend has more of a focus on gut health which plays a big role in helping our overall immune system function (among many other things). This potent formula works to balance your gut microbiome, support digestive function, reduce gas and bloating, increase energy levels, boost immunity, lower stress and anxiety, and elevate mood–all in an easy-to-consume daily powder. 

3.) Life Cykel's 'Biohacker Kit'

Not an 'all-in-one' blend but a 5 mushroom kit containing liquid extract bottles of Lions Mane, Turkey Tail, Cordyceps, Reishi & Shiitake. This is a great 'bang for your buck' pack and perfect for those who'd prefer a liquid extract as opposed to powdered. 

Conclusion

I really love this blend and would recommend everyone give it a go for at least 2 months to really figure out what it can do for you. If you’re looking to give your body some real nourishment and a big helping hand in dealing with life’s stressors, Mushroom Immunity is a great addition to your cupboard.

I personally noticed some great benefits in taking it and really enjoyed the ease of putting the powder into things I would consume daily over taking a pill. 10/10 ingredients that can benefit every part of our body. The cost isn’t much for the amount you get and how long it lasts considering it is such a small daily dose. Worth every cent in my opinion.