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Cordyceps and Honey Mushroom Combo Eased Depression in Rats

Cordyceps and Honey Mushroom Combo Eased Depression in Rats

Cordyceps, Honey mushroom

What they found

A combination of Cordyceps militaris and Armillaria mellea alleviated depressive behaviors in rats.

A combination of Cordyceps militaris and Armillaria mellea alleviated depressive behaviors in rats.

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At a glance

Latin name

Cordyceps militaris, Armillaria mellea

Cordyceps militaris, Armillaria mellea

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Cordyceps militaris and Armillaria mellea are renowned for their anti-inflammatory benefits. Researchers found that a combination of the two species alleviated depressive behaviors in rats, paving the way for further studies on how these mushrooms could treat mood disorders.

Cordyceps militaris and Armillaria mellea are renowned for their anti-inflammatory benefits. Researchers found that a combination of the two species alleviated depressive behaviors in rats, paving the way for further studies on how these mushrooms could treat mood disorders.

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