Reishi
(Ganoderma lucidum)
Used in traditional Chinese medicine for hundreds of years, this favourite mushroom is one of the most popular medicinal mushrooms, and for good reason! Reishi's capable of doing everything from helping lose weight, keep the immune system and even fight fiercely against cancer cells.
What makes this mushroom unique is its calming power, thanks to the large amount of triterpene compound contained in reishi. These mood-boosting compounds can relieve anxiety, depression and promote better health. The positive effect of triterpenes on the nervous system is endless. Reishi can also promote healing and improve concentration skills.
Cordyceps
(Cordyceps sinensis)
This mushroom is known for its stimulating properties - both for energy and libido.
Cordyceps can help the body use the oxygen more efficiently and improve blood circulation. This can be particularly useful for athletes or those who train regularly. This mushroom has been shown to not only improve exercise and sports performance, but also to speed up muscle recovery after training.
Chaga
(Inonotus obliquus)
Considered the King of Mushrooms, Chaga is a powerful antioxidant, making it a great candidate for fighting free radicals and inflammation. Dark brown and camouflaged on the trunks of certain trees, this mushroom fights oxidative stress (related to skin aging), prevents or slows down the risk of cancer, lowers low density lipoproteins (LDL), considered the "bad" cholesterol. All studies point to the significant benefits of this mushroom for humans - inside and out.
Coriolus Versicolor
"Turkey Tail"
Most of the medicinal mushrooms on our list have anti-cancer properties due to their high antioxidant content. Colorius goes even further.
Colorius contains a compound called polysaccharide-K (PSK) which stimulates the immune system. PSK is so effective that it's a anti-cancer prescription drug approved in Japan. Coriolus has been shown to improve the survival rate of people with certain cancers, fights leukaemia cells and improves the immune system of people receiving chemotherapy. (Please consult your doctor with any questions or decisions regarding cancer treatment)
Hydne Hérisson/Crinière de lion
(Hericium erinaceus)
Do you have your head in the clouds? Is it difficult for you to concentrate or be productive? Hydne Hérisson can help to have a more natural mental clarity. This "pom-pom" looking mushroom is packed with antioxidants and boosts the immune system like most medicinal mushrooms. In addition, Hydne Hedgehog promotes the production of the nerve growth factor (NFG), bioproteins and also of myelin (an insulation around nerve fibres).
NFG and myelin are absolutely essential for brain health. An imbalance can contribute to neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and multiple sclerosis. This makes Hydne Hedgehog a must-have brain food! This incredible mushroom has also been shown to stimulate the cognitive system memory, improves concentration, relieves anxiety and irritability.
For more information, see the following link:
https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/best-medicinal-mushrooms-to-try
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