Lion's Mane Mushroom

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Lion's Mane Mushroom

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Oct 10, 2023

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Join Bob and Gia as they delve into the fascinating world of fungi. Gia explains why she loves mushrooms and in particular Lion’s Mane Mushroom. Related episode: Spring Fungi Our sources for this episode include: Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake Hericium erinaceus: an edible mushroom with medicinal values

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Oct 10, 2023

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