Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Daily Life Essentials is available as a whole food.

Incredible Power of the Powder. Mushrooms!

MAITAKE (Grifola frondosa): Powerful immune system stimulation and modulation. Promotes normal cell growth.

REISHI (Ganoderma lucidum):
Tonic for the immune system and for heart, liver and respiratory function. Highly revered in Tradition Chinese Medicine
where it is used specifically for symptoms of aging.

CORDYCEPS (Cordyceps militaris):
Supplement of choice for world class athletes. Used to increase energy & endurance and increase efficiency of oxygen uptake & utilization.

TURKEY TAIL (Coriolus versicolor):
The #1 Immune Supplement in Japan. Subject of more than 300 scientific studies, the most intensively researched mushroom in the world.

Friday, August 27, 2010

Hawley Bennett, Canadian Team Olympian, Team Matrix Member


“The Performance Matrix product has made a huge improvement in the performance of the horses in our barn. We see the difference in the recovery times of our horses after strenuous workouts. We can feel the difference but we can see it as well in the improvements overall performance and health.”

Thank you Hawley Bennett for sharing this with us!

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Mushroom Matrix Antioxidants

Antioxidants: All living organisms including horses are exposed on a daily basis to attacks by free radicals, also called reactive oxygen species. Survival and minimization of harmful effects free radicals requires a powerful antioxidant defense system.

Several of nature's most powerful antioxidants and synergistic enzyme matrix systems that do not exist outside unprocessed whole foods are found in significant abundance in certain specially-grown species of exotic, medicinal mushrooms.


• L-Ergothioneine (LE), a substance mushrooms have in abundance, is one of the most potent antioxidants in the world. ONE unit of L-ERGO equals approximately 7, 000 units of Trolox (water soluble vitamin E). What is most fascinating is that mammals cannot synthesize L-ERGO but contain a unique TRANSPORT SYSTEM to ensure delivery of this essential nutrient to key cells and sites of oxidative stress.

• Beta Glucans
- Potent and proven immune response potentiators and modulators.

• Polyphenols -
Potent biological response modifiers.
• Organic Selenium compounds - An essential trace element with important antioxidant and metabolic energy activity.

• Amino Acids - Essential amino acids occurring in mushrooms increase the biological value of equine feeds.

• Glycoproteins
- Key building blocks of the immune system, antibodies, hormones, connective tissue, and are important for cellular recognition and defense.


The effects and benefits of improved antioxidant and enzyme food matrix status are significant and include improved stress response as evidenced by improved mental focus, external bio-markers of improved health such as improved coat sheen, muscle tone, digestion, stamina, growth, recovery, and reproductive potential.


Antioxidants: All living organisms including horses are exposed on a daily basis to attacks by free radicals, also called reactive oxygen species. Survival and minimization of harmful effects free radicals requires a powerful antioxidant defense system.

Several of nature's most powerful antioxidants and synergistic enzyme matrix systems that do not exist outside unprocessed whole foods are found in significant abundance in certain specially-grown species of exotic, medicinal mushrooms.


• L-Ergothioneine (LE), a substance mushrooms have in abundance, is one of the most potent antioxidants in the world. ONE unit of L-ERGO equals approximately 7, 000 units of Trolox (water soluble vitamin E). What is most fascinating is that mammals cannot synthesize L-ERGO but contain a unique TRANSPORT SYSTEM to ensure delivery of this essential nutrient to key cells and sites of oxidative stress.

• Beta Glucans
- Potent and proven immune response potentiators and modulators.

• Polyphenols -
Potent biological response modifiers.
• Organic Selenium compounds - An essential trace element with important antioxidant and metabolic energy activity.

• Amino Acids - Essential amino acids occurring in mushrooms increase the biological value of equine feeds.

• Glycoproteins
- Key building blocks of the immune system, antibodies, hormones, connective tissue, and are important for cellular recognition and defense.


The effects and benefits of improved antioxidant and enzyme food matrix status are significant and include improved stress response as evidenced by improved mental focus, external bio-markers of improved health such as improved coat sheen, muscle tone, digestion, stamina, growth, recovery, and reproductive potential. .

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

More about Mushroom Matrix


Experience one of nature's most powerful forces- The Matrix. Fueled by mushrooms used for centuries in traditional Asian medicine, the Matrix is a proprietary blend of natural mushrooms organically grown in the US. All blends are grown under conditions that allow for optimal uptake and production of essential vitamins, antioxidants and enzymes. The results: supplements that supports your horses health, training and optimized performance!

Mushrooms are a unique form of life:
Scientists estimate that mammals share approximately 30% of the same DNA as the fungal kingdom (versus 10% with the plant kingdom)

Mushrooms have an immune system (unlike plants) which provides natural antibiotic, immune enhancing substances to combat disease and illness.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Bettina Drummond, Classical Dressage Trainer, Team Matrix Member

“I started feeding the Mushroom Matrix to one of my stallions in hopes that it would help keep weight on him during breeding season. It seems to be working. And so, I’m now trying it on other stallions.”

“Using the Muscle Matrix product has helped to keep one of my stallions in top condition without affecting his temperament. It has a fantastic effect not only on muscle development but also for muscle recovery after strenuous work.”


Thank you Bettina for sharing this with Mushroom Matrix!

Monday, August 16, 2010

A new organic way to supplement horses


Mushrooms are one of the oldest foods in existence and particular mushrooms are very rich in nutrients fed to horses from synthetic or animal sources.


Calm Performance Matrix is a focus product containing 3 mushroom species of specific chemistry and activity. Calm Performance Matrix contains Cordyceps militaris, which is a COX-2 inhibitor (anti-inflammatory), and improves oxygen uptake by 30% while increasing ATP by 25% which all contribute to increased performance. Calm Performance Matrix also contains very specific glycol-proteins that have specific cell receptor signal transductance pathways to DNA expression. This activity is primarily derived from the Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) mushroom and works explicitly with the horse’s immune response. Additionally, the product contains a large percentage of the King Trumpet (Pleurotus eryngii) mushroom mycelial biomass and fruit bodies. The King Trumpet mushroom is another COX-2 inhibitor but, as or more important, also contains significant amounts L-ergothioneine and anti-oxidant cycle enzymes, which significantly improve cell integrity in responding to oxidative stress. This is significant in producing the “calming” effect of Calm Performance Matrix. This “calming” effect is generally the first response horse owners and trainers notice in their horses after administering Calm Performance Matrix.

Friday, August 13, 2010

Prevent • Protect • Perform


For centuries, certain mushrooms have been consumed for their wellness benefits and have been recognized for their powerful functional health support and wellness aspects in addition to their flavors and textures. Mushroom Matrix (M²) has developed specialized nutraceutical mushroom formulas designed to provide the maximum health promoting effects to the Equine industry.


The secret lies in the use of whole bioactive entities with potent enzymatic functions and providing the horse with un-denatured antioxidant enzymes and adjunctive natural health components in a highly absorbable bio-available and active form. Grown under strict GMP Standards in San Marcos California, M² blends are Certified Organic formulas with guaranteed potencys. The products are pure unadulterated CERTIFIED ORGANIC nutraceutical mushroom powders carefully cultivated & harvested with proprietary processing methods to ensure preservation of optimal potency of natures most powerful natural synergies of antioxidants, enzymes, amino acids, beta glucans and more in a sophisticated nutritional matrix.

The foundation of performance is health. The basis of health, strength, and stamina is a powerful immune system. Science is now demonstrating that nature has many potent nutrients that support & activate the immune system. Many of these impressive and beneficial substances are found in mushrooms. MUSHROOM MATRIX has developed proprietary cultivation methodologies for selected species of extensively researched mushrooms. Recognizing the different constituents and medicinal modes of activity of each mushroom species, several unique M2 Matrix Mushroom Formulas have been created to address specific equine health and performance issues.

With these formulas, it is now possible to naturally support, restore, and build the strength and stamina required for peak performance and consistency. We are entering a new age for realization of genetic performance potential combining the benefits and wisdom of scientific and classic training with natural, organic whole foods as nature intended.


Why continue to use synthetic chemicals as nutritional supplements without any enzyme backup system to promote proper bio-availability and utilization? Such artificial additives may not be absorbed or fully utilized and can interfere or be a less effective substitute for the real preferred natural substrates. This can never produce peak consistent performance over time.

Collectively, M2 Mushroom Matrix Formulas contain whole natural proprietary mushroom matrix blends with certified cultured levels of transporters and antioxidants to provide needed protection and enhancement without having to administer synthetic chemicals/nutrients with questionable absorption, cell penetration, and physiologic effect.

Special Bioactive Mushroom Matrix blends provide:

  • The most powerful anti-oxidative and enzyme properties known in any
    food product.
  • Oxidative stress support.
  • Natural immune supportive agents.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Jane Hannigan, US World Cup Rider, Team Matrix Member


“Mak had a tendency to be tense and rather spooky. So, we tried the Mushroom Matrix and he’s calmer and taking the training better. In addition, he’s building more muscle. In fact, he’s packing on the muscle to the point that someone asked me what I was doing that was so different and I said that I had put him on the Mushroom Matrix. Mak has been feeling stronger and stronger and is really able to handle the work. I can now ride him a couple times a day, whereas in the past, it would be one hard work out and that was it.

I’d absolutely recommend the Mushroom Matrix to other people. A horse that needs to be really focused and needs help with the emotional side of the training can certainly benefit.”

Jane Hannigan, FEI-level dressage rider and trainer speaking of the benefits for her Grand Prix horse, Maksymilian

Thank you Jane very much for sharing this with us! Mushroom Matrix



Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Come To The U.S. Dressage Selections For The WEG!!!


Check out this new article written by: Catherine Haddad

Dear Rita,

I hope you are planning your trip to the USET Team Headquarters right now! Winyamaro, who firmly believes that he is the sexiest horse alive, is demanding spectators for our Selection Trials. He traveled a long way to show off his cool moves, so please don’t let him down.

I visited the team headquarters yesterday and had a look around at all the super renovations. New footing in both the indoor and outdoor arenas is a welcome start. The footing comes from a German supplier that just replaced my footing back in Vechta, and I don’t mind telling you that with the right amount of moisture and grooming, it is fantastic.

I barely recognized the renovated indoor arena. Lighter, airier, larger, and with brand new kickboards and mirrors—Gladstone is now a modern, professional training center to be reckoned with.

Winyamaro’s stall is in the upper barn, and I was very proud to see his name printed on the little slip of red, white and blue paper. Ahh, the small details, Rita! W and I will move in on Monday and start gearing up for the first competition on the weekend.

ARE Y’ALL GOING TO BE THERE TO WATCH??? Especially for those dressage enthusiasts who can’t get to the WEG in Kentucky, at Gladstone you will get to see America’s finest compete for the three open spots on the dressage team.

The selections at Grand Prix level will determine our U.S. team for the WEG in Kentucky in September. Additionally, the two weekends of competition also include Junior and Young Rider Championships and Prix St. George/Intermediare I Championships. Here is a schedule for the competions:

COLLECTING GAITS FARM/USEF DRESSAGE FESTIVAL OF CHAMPIONS

Aug. 6 – 8, 2010

Thursday, Aug. 5
Veterinary Inspections – 4 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 6
Prix St. Georges Test – 2–5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 7
Grand Prix Test – 9 a.m.
Intermediaire I Test – 1–5 p.m.

Sunday, August 8
Grand Prix Special – 9 a.m.
Intermediaire I Freestyle – 1:30-5:20 p.m.

Aug. 13-15, 2010

Thursday, Aug. 12
Veterinary Inspections – 4:00 p.m.

Friday, August 13
Junior Team Test – 10:00 a.m.
Grand Prix Test – 2:00–6:00 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 14
Young Rider Team Test – 8:00 a.m.
Junior Individual Test – 11:00 a.m.
Brentina Cup Test – 2:30–5:00 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 15
Grand Prix Freestyle Test – 8:00 a.m.
Young Rider Individual Test – 12:00 p.m.
Young Rider Grand Prix Test – 3:15–5:30 p.m.

The bleachers will be covered this year to protect you from sun and rain. Parking at the will cost you $20 for the day, but admission to the event and seating in the bleachers is free. Or you can choose VIP seating at the ringside, catering tent where a table that seats six will cost you $4,500 for both weekends, or $2,000 for the first weekend and $2,500 for the second weekend.