PeakO2 (6-Mushroom Blend)

PeakO2 is a standardized blend of 6 adaptogenic mushrooms: Cordyceps militaris, Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), King Trumpet (Pleurotus eryngii), Shiitake (Lentinula edodes), Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus), and Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor). Typical clinical dose is 2–4g/day. Key bioactive compounds include: Beta-glucans (primary active polysaccharides, approximately 20–40% by dry weight across the blend) which are the main immunomodulatory and adaptogenic drivers; Cordycepins (3'-deoxyadenosine) from Cordyceps militaris, concentrated at approximately 0.1–0.3% of Cordyceps fraction, responsible for ATP synthesis enhancement and oxygen utilization; Adenosine from Cordyceps fraction supporting mitochondrial energy production; Triterpenes and ganoderic acids from Reishi fraction (approximately 1–2% of Reishi component) with anti-fatigue and antioxidant properties; Ergothioneine, a rare amino acid-derived antioxidant present across multiple mushroom species in the blend; Eritadenine from Shiitake fraction supporting cardiovascular function; Hericenones and erinacines from Lion's Mane fraction (approximately 0.5% of Lion's Mane component) with neuroprotective properties; PSK and PSP polysaccharopeptides from Turkey Tail fraction. Macro profile per 2g serving: Protein approximately 0.3–0.5g, Carbohydrates approximately 1.2–1.5g (primarily beta-glucans and chitin), Fat less than 0.1g, Fiber approximately 0.8–1.0g (chitin-bound). Micronutrients include trace amounts of Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol, variable depending on light exposure during cultivation), B vitamins including B2, B3, and B5 in minor quantities, Potassium, Phosphorus, Selenium, and Copper in trace amounts. Bioavailability notes: Beta-glucans have moderate bioavailability; hot-water extraction or dual extraction significantly improves bioactive compound release compared to raw powder. Cordycepin bioavailability is enhanced when consumed without adenosine deaminase inhibitors. Chitin cell walls reduce raw digestibility, making extraction-standardized forms (as used in PeakO2) significantly more bioavailable than non-extracted mushroom powders. The blend is standardized to ensure consistent beta-glucan and cordicepsin concentrations across batches.