Mushrooms

Maitake (Hen of the Woods), has both flavor and texture, making it my favorite to use in a variety of savory dishes. Its meaty texture is a great vegetarian/vegan substitute for meat in almost any meal. The strong, earthy flavor of maitake is rivaled only by the mighty morel mushroom. Aside from the culinary qualities, this fungus contains high levels of vitamin D, niacin, riboflavin, and potassium. It also lowers blood sugar and bolsters the immune system.

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<p>We have been foraging the Blue Ridge Mountains for over 30 years, happy to share the wonders of nature with family and friends. A close friend suggested there may be countless others, worldwide, who would also love to partake of the diverse wild goods this area has to offer. Grandfather Medicinals is the platform I developed to share this unique goodness. I am continually awed by the people I have met in this undertaking. My time is best spent in the woods, so I keep processing, labeling, packaging, etc., to a minimum. I am happy to talk fungus and plants, whether any products are purchased or not. I keep finding that those who are involved or interested in such things are kind, good people. We all need more of that in our lives! Thank you for stopping in.</p>

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Milk

Wild-harvested ramps from deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, coupled with organic, butter made from the milk of grass-fed, farm-raised cows. It’s an incredible combination of creamy and zesty, a can’t-miss for any dish. From steak topping to baked potato, fried eggs to toasted bread, our Wild Ramp Butter is sure to get your palette up and engaged!

Wild Ramp Butter

Butter

Immerse yourself in this wildly creative version of morel madness. Fresh morels from deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains are folded into the creaminess of grass-fed, organic cow’s butter! All the rich, nutty flavor of the coveted morel mushroom, slowly churned into a lightly whipped butter fantasy. These are a limited run. Don't miss out!

Grass-Fed Organic Morel Mushroom Butter

Mushroom Tinctures

This 15-mushroom tincture is a brand-new product at Grandfather Medicinals! We have combined the healing properties of 15 different mushrooms in this blend. The full spectrum of benefits captured in this combination of well-known healing mushrooms are coupled with some lesser known  ones that also have health benefits. Reishi, chaga, lion’s mane, maitake, cordyceps, shiitake, turkey tail, birch polypore, black trumpets, Berkeley's polypore, black staining polypore, hoof fungus, oysters, lobsters, and cauliflower all packed into a 1- or 2-ounce bottle.

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Wild Foraged Double-Extracted Clean 15 Mushroom Tincture

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The lobster mushroom is a parasite that overtakes other summer fungi. It is one of the most sought-after of the summer mushrooms. Rich in several vitamins, this fellow is also great for its anti-inflammatory properties, along with reducing blood pressure. There are many other benefits to this bright orange parasite. If you are interested, read one of the many good articles that can be found on the web.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Lobster Mushroom Tincture

The cauliflower mushroom is a rare treat. In Western North Carolina, their season is from June to October. It is rich in anti-properties, such as anti-tumor, anti-microbial, and anti-fungal—facts borne from extensive research done in the last 15 years. Packed with nutrients that improve the immune system and promote skin health, the cauliflower also has been shown to reduce the risk of strokes. Its proper name is Sparassis crispa, and rightly so, since it is rich in sparassol, a nutrient which is, again, wonderful as an anti-fungal and antibiotic.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Cauliflower Mushroom Tincture

The oyster mushroom, a common fungus in the Southeastern United States, can be found year-round in its many subspecies. Rich in vitamin D and antioxidants, this well-known and easily identifiable fungus has a long list of health benefits, including helping lower cholesterol, lowering blood pressure, fighting certain types of cancer, and helping with anemia.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Oyster Mushroom Tincture

The black trumpet chanterelle mushroom is not only a gourmet treat but it's loaded with nutrients and vitamins. The difficult part is finding these elusive fungi. Similar to many other mushrooms, the black trumpet is rich in antioxidants and a wonderful immune system booster. Trumpets are great for helping with digestion, and also help to break down blood sugars, a wonderful thing for those with diabetes or pre-diabetes. Rich in vitamin B, the black trumpet naturally contains all the benefits of the B vitamin, including skin nourishment, anti-cancer properties, weight loss, and a reduction in cholesterol.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Black Trumpet Chanterelle Tincture

Berkeley’s polypore is a fungus that is loaded with antioxidants. These rosette-like growths are found at the base of hardwoods in temperate Western North Carolina forests from May through October. Oftentimes this fungus grows to an unbelievably large size. It is rich in anti-inflammatory properties and also has great anti-tumor benefits.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Berkeley’s Polypore Tincture

The black-staining polypore is also known as "rooster of the woods," a cousin to both chicken and hen of the woods. It can be found at the base of hardwoods from May through October in the Southeastern United States. It contains methanol extract, which is very aggressive at fighting certain types of cancer. This polypore also is rich in vitamins and nutrients that lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, help with digestion, and is rich in vitamin D.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Black Staining Polypore Tincture

Functional Mushrooms

Hoof mushroom is the common name of Phellinus linteus. I find it on dead or dying birch and beech trees in elevations above 3500 feet. Oftentimes it's overlooked in favor of more well-known medicinal fungi. Chinese culture has been using this immunity-boosting fungus for centuries. Hoof mushrooms also have polysaccharides and beta-glucans at levels that offer many health benefits, including lowered blood pressure, lowered cholesterol, and inflammation fighters.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Hoof Mushroom Tincture

My turkey tail mushroom products are wild-forged and ethically harvested. Turkey tail is known for its many medicinal properties. It supports healthy immune function and promotes gut health. Turkey tail is also known to balance blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of diabetes. It’s packed with antioxidants, with several anti-cancer benefits. And turkey tail is also believed to enhance the efficiency of certain cancer treatments.

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Turkey Tail Tincture

This 15-mushroom tincture is a brand-new product at Grandfather Medicinals! The full spectrum of benefits captured in this combination of well-known healing mushrooms is coupled with some lesser-known ones that also have health benefits. Reishi, chaga, lion’s mane, maitake, cordyceps, shiitake, turkey tail, birch polypore, black trumpets, Berkeley's polypore, black staining polypore, hoof fungus, oysters, lobsters, and cauliflower all packed into a 1- or 2-ounce bottle.

15-Mushroom Tincture Blend

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Cordyceps are underappreciated fungi. The more research I do, the more I’m convinced that cordyceps have most of the properties I seek in better-known mushrooms. Two of its most compelling properties are the ability to slow the aging process and disease prevention. Other benefits are anti-inflammatory properties, specifically for the heart, and based on others’ research, a marked improvement in men's sexual dysfunction. Cordyceps is a great anti-viral and anti-fungal as well.

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Double Extracted Cordyceps Tincture

Exotic Mushroom Salt, made from wild, foraged lion’s mane, chanterelle, black trumpet, maitake, and oyster mushrooms, livens up any savory dish. The dried mushrooms are blended with 100 percent unrefined Colima Sea salt— a crunchier and tastier salt than is usually found on grocery store shelves.

Exotic Mushroom Salt

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Medicinal Plants

Usnea is a lichen that clings to tree branches in moist, temperate zones. It has been used for centuries by indigenous people as an anti-inflammatory. Conventional use today targets weight loss, sore throats, symptoms of the common cold, and speedy wound healing.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Usnea Tincture

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Shiitake, very rich in vitamin D, has been used for centuries in Asia. Shiitake has three plant compounds that combat cholesterol in different ways: eritadenine, sterols, and beta-glucans. Shiitake has also been found to be effective in boosting the immune system and is known to be anti-bacterial, ant-viral, and anti-fungal in the human body. Available in powder, dried pieces, and tincture forms.

Cultivated Double Extracted Shiitake Tincture

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Shiitake, very rich in vitamin D, has been used for centuries in Asia. Shiitake has three plant compounds that combat cholesterol in different ways: eritadenine, sterols, and beta-glucans. Shiitake has also been found to be effective in boosting the immune system and is known to be an anti-bacterial, ant-viral, anti-fungal in the human body. Available in dried and tincture forms.

Dried Cultivated Shiitake Pieces

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Dried Cultivated Shiitake Powder

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Mullein has been used for centuries as an anti-inflammatory. Its greatest benefit may be as a support for lung function—especially asthma, cough, pneumonia, sore throat, and tonsilitis. This plant is a wonderful expectorant. It also helps with migraines. Extensive laboratory testing shows mullein to fight both E.coli and staph bacteria.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Mullein Tincture

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Birch polypore has been used medicinally for at least 5000 years. In 1991, German hikers stumbled onto a 500-year-old frozen, mummified man, wearing a birch polypore around his neck. Further examination identified a type of gastrointestinal bacteria that can be treated with birch polypore. The polypore has great anti-inflammatory properties, is proven to promote gut health, and offers neuroprotection against trophic stress. This fungus also produces specific acids similar to interferon, which is a strong antiviral medicine.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Birch Polypore Tincture

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Indian pipe, often called ghost pipe, has been used for centuries by native Americans as a sedative. Indian pipe has been proven to be a pain reliever, to help with anxiety, and to lessen the effects of migraine headaches. It also has been known to be an opioid substitute. Interestingly, it is one of only 3000 plants that doesn’t contain chlorophyll.

Wild Foraged Double Extracted Indian Pipe Tincture

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The reishi mushroom, used in eastern Asia for thousands of years, has many health benefits. Many studies in the United States, England, and Japan have proven that the reishi mushroom has anti-inflammatory properties, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol, and has specific antioxidant properties that can prevent certain types of cancer, and increase stamina and vitality. Reishi mushroom products have become widely accepted in Western civilization as an alternative to some conventional remedies. Available in dried, powder, and tincture form.

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Wild Foraged Reishi Double Extracted Tincture

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Reishi Strips

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Ground Reishi

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The chaga fungus grows on birch trees in the Northern Hemisphere. Its health benefits have been known for thousands of years in both China and Russia. Chaga has an earthy aroma and flavor, can be used in tea or coffee, or taken as an extracted tincture. Some of the benefits include changa's ability to boost the immune system, fight certain types of cancer, help with digestion, lower blood sugar, reduce inflammation (such as arthritis pain), and help with cognitive and memory functions.

Ground Chaga

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Much research links lion’s mane to reducing early-onset dementia. Other health benefits are the reduction of depression and anxiety symptoms, and the reparation of damaged nerves. This mushroom also has anti-inflammatory properties and is rich in antioxidants. Please note: many believe that wild, foraged mushrooms contain nutrients and medicines that are not found in controlled cultivation. My lion’s mane products include the wild and the cultivated forms.

Cultivated Lion’s Mane Double Extracted Tincture

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Wild Foraged Lions Mane Double Extracted Tincture

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The maitake has become my favorite edible mushroom, eclipsing the elusive morel mushroom. Maitake has a distinctly earthy flavor and a texture that is not lost in cooking. This fungus is high in vitamin D, niacin, riboflavin, and potassium. It improves heart health by reducing cholesterol. Beta-glucans, also found in maitake mushrooms, support a healthy immune system, target certain types of cancer, and helps with diabetes management. Available in dried and tincture forms.

Wild Foraged Maitake (Hen of the Woods) Double Extracted Tincture

Dried Pieces Wild Foraged Maitake (Hen of the Woods)

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Wild Foraged Turkey Tail-Ground

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The chaga fungus grows on birch trees in the Northern Hemisphere. Its health benefits have been known for thousands of years in both China and Russia. Chaga has an earthy aroma and flavor, can be used in tea or coffee, or taken as an extracted tincture. Some of the benefits include changa's ability to boost the immune system, fight certain types of cancer, help with digestion, lower blood sugar, reduce inflammation (such as arthritis pain), and help with cognitive and memory functions. Available in dried and tincture forms.

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Wild Foraged Chaga Chunks

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Wild Foraged Chaga Double Extracted Tincture

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Wild Foraged Turkey Tail Double Extracted Tincture

My wild roraged chestnut oystermushrooms are from Western North Carolina. Their pleasant aroma and flavor make the chestnut oyster mushroom one of my favorites.

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Wild Foraged Dried Chestnut Oysters

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The black trumpet mushroom is in the chanterelle family and may be one of the best in the chanterelle family because of its aroma and wonderful flavor. Western North Carolina has a climate that is conducive to crops, or flushes, of black trumpets.

Western North Carolina Dried Black Trumpet Mushrooms

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The elusive morel mushroom is considered a delicacy. Early spring for thousands of people signals the time to hunt for these hidden jewels. While conditions in the Southeastern United States don’t produce the quantity that other regions do, morels do thrive here. Over the years, I have discovered more than 10,000 morels!

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