Today I’m sharing a very special love tonic featuring some of my favorite medicinal mushrooms and adaptogens. This potion can be enjoyed any time, though it makes for a lovely treat to share with someone you love.

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Ingredient Highlights:

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*Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum): Reishi is the Queen Healer of medicinal mushrooms. An adaptogen and cardio tonic, reishi is incredibly nourishing to the heart, nervous system and spirit.

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*Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis): Cordyceps support stamina and energy and increase cellular oxygen absorption.

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*Maca (Lepidium meyenii): Maca is an adaptogen, soothing tension while nourishing the endocrine system. Maca helps to boost energy, stamina and libido and elevates the mood.

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*Cacao (Theobroma cacao): Cacao contains the bliss chemical anandamide, an endogenous cannabinoid and natural pleasure molecule. Raw cacao mineralizes the nervous system and boosts bliss, metabolism and libido.

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*Mucuna (Mucuna pruriens): Mucuna, aka the dopamine bean, is an incredibly rich source of L-dopa, an amino acid precursor to dopamine. Mucuna supports the nervous system, elevates the mood and sparks libido.

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Love Tonic Recipe:

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Gather this:

• 1 1/2 teaspoons reishi
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cordyceps
• 1 tablespoon maca
• 1 tablespoon cacao powder
• 1 teaspoon mucuna
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 tablespoons coconut butter
• 16 oz hot water*
• Optional: 1 teaspoon maple syrup, raw honey, or other sweetener of choice

*Note: 16oz of warmed nut milk of choice can be substituted for the hot water and coconut butter.

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Do this:

1. Place all ingredients in a blender, and blend on high until smooth.
2. Pour into two mugs and enjoy with your Valentine!