Mycology – Medicinal Mushrooms

Mycology – Medicinal Mushrooms 

Reishi / Lions Mane / Cordyceps / Agaricus / Maitake / Shiitake

Coprinus / Turkey Tail / Polyporus / Oyster Mushroom / Button Mushroom

 

Mushrooms have a range of health benefits as well as  their Nutrition value ( high in fibre )

 

Have been used for thousands of years by cultures round the world for their therapeutic uses , now with numerous scientific studies to confirm the benefits . Contain Beta – Glucans which are important to regulate the immune system and are essential for the development of vital organs.

 

 

Fresh or Dried  ?         When picking fresh mushroom look to check the soil is not contaminated .Make sure you

know what type you are harvesting. Buying fresh mushrooms that may have been harvested days / weeks before therefore do not give the  best benefits .

Dried Mushrooms are a good choice as they can be rehydrated when needed and retain  important active substances within them.

 

Supplements   :           Pick a make that is organically grown .  Uses 100%  extract with high rations of active

Ingredients . Has quality scientific data . Proven to be effective and do not interact with

with current medication.

 

Uses :                           Auto Immune conditions , Antioxidant , Anti-Viral / bacterial properties , Pain relief ,

                                      Anti-Inflammatory , Weight Control  , Blood sugar balance , Allergies , Stress , Anxiety ,

                                      Sleep , Menopause     

                                      Immune issues  including cancers ( can help alongside chemotherapy to reduce effects )

                                      Anti-Tumour properties

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