WHAT ARE MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS ?
Medicinal mushrooms are mushrooms that are used as medicine. These mushrooms are used in both preventative and therapeutic applications.
I THOUGHT THAT ONLY STORE BOUGHT MUSHROOMS ARE SAFE ?
While it is true that some mushrooms can be toxic, it is a misconception that all of them are dangerous. There are numerous edible and highly nutritious mushrooms that are sought after for their culinary and medicinal properties.
ARE STORE BOUGHT MUSHROOMS MEDICINAL ?
All mushrooms that find their way into a store have medicinal properties, albeit in lower quantities than true medicinal mushrooms. These store bought mushrooms are low in calories and have vitamins and minerals including potassium, zinc, folate magnesium and vitamin B6. They also have antioxidants such as ergothioneine and selenium which are anti-inflammatory compounds.
ARE MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS AND FUNCTIONAL MUSHROOMS THE SAME THING ?
Essentially yes, the only difference being that some medicinal mushrooms are not only a medicinal powerhouse but are also great tasting and sought after for their culinary properties. These mushrooms are termed as functional as they have dual purposes.
WHAT ARE SOME EXAMPLES OF MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS ?
There a many types of medicinal mushrooms and ongoing research is finding new medicinal properties in mushrooms all the time. The most well known mushrooms with high medicinal properties are Lions Mane, Reishi, Turkey Tail, Cordyceps, Maitake, Shiitake and Snow Fungus. Chaga ( although not a true mushroom ) is also well known for its medicinal properties.
WHAT ARE THE POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF INCORPORATING MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS AS PART OF MY DAILY HEALTH REGIME ?
Research is on-going on just how medicinal mushrooms can play a vital role for your overall health and wellbeing. Current findings are showing that medicinal mushrooms may have antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. They are high in vitamins and minerals and are a great source of fiber. The presence of polysaccharides ( most notably beta-d-glucans ) help to stimulate and support the immune system, and triterpenes act as an antioxidant and support histamine and inflammation response. Prebiotic properties help to nourish the microbiome and support a healthy digestive system.
WHICH MUSHROOM IS RIGHT FOR ME ?
A brief overview...
Lions Mane, Hericium erinaceus - Supports healthy brain function. *
Turkey Tail, Trametes versicolor - Boosts the immune system. *
Cordyceps, Cordyceps militaris - Increased energy, fertility and libido. *
Reishi, Ganoderma spp. - Immunomodulator, assists with peaceful sleep. *
Shiitake, Lentinus edodes - Cardiovascular and immune support. *
Maitake, Grifola frondosa - Supports immune function and maintains healthy blood pressure. *
Chaga, Inonotus obliquus - Digestive support and skin health. *
Snow Fungus, Tremella fuciformis - Promotes healthy vibrant skin. *
Oyster Mushrooms, Pleurotus spp. - Supports immune function and metabolism. *
Button Mushroom, Agaricus bisporus - Immune and metabolic support. Source of Vitamin D.
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