Medicinal Mushrooms

Here are the quick facts on medicinal mushrooms.

• Agaricus
• Baby Bella
• Chaga
• Cordyceps
• Crimini
• D-Fraction
• Lion's Mane
• Maitake
• Oyster
• Portabella
• Reishi
• Shiitake
• Tremella
• Turkey Tail

• Agaricus

  • Appears to lower the risk of many adult diseases
  • Contains substances shown to have anti-tumor action
  • May reduce infections

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• Chaga

  • Rich in antioxidants
  • Reduces inflammation
  • Has anti-cancer effects
  • Eases stomach ailments

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• Cordyceps

  Traditionally used as a tonic for the whole body.

  • Supports the endocrine system
  • Works to lower cholesterol

  Increases:

  • Vitality
  • Energy
  • Recovery
  • Resistance
  • Stamina

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• Crimini (Baby Bella)

  Same species as portabella, but harvested earlier.

  • Boosts the immune system
  • May fight breast cancer
  • Helps with blood-pressure control

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• Lion’s Mane

  • May fight cancer
  • Shows promise for Alzheimer’s
  • Helps heal nerve tissue
  • Improves diabetes symptoms
  • Enhances the microbiome
  • May ease colitis symptoms
  • Boosts mental clarity

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• Maitake / D-Fraction

  • Works to lower high blood pressure
  • Helps reduce blood sugar
  • Enhances the immune system
  • Helps reduce cholesterol
  • Supports bone health

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• Oyster

  • May be effective in fighting breast cancer
  • Enhances the immune system

  Good source of:

  • Antioxidants
  • B vitamins

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• Portabella

  Same species as crimini, but harvested later.

  • Rich in B vitamins
  • Aids in weight control
  • May fight breast cancer
  • Supports immunity
  • Helps control blood pressure

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• Reishi

  • Promotes energy
  • Helps lower blood pressure
  • Supports healthy cholesterol
  • May enhance bone marrow
  • Effective detoxifier
  • May ease side effects of chemotherapy

  Has properties which are:

  • Analgesic
  • Anti-aging
  • Antiallergenic
  • Antibacterial
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-tumor
  • Antiviral

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• Shiitake

  Benefits:

  • Immune-supportive
  • Antibacterial
  • Cardiovascular
  • Cholesterol-lowering
  • May battle cancer

  Good source of:

  • Amino acids
  • B vitamins

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• Tremella

  • Tones and hydrates the skin
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Helps balance cholesterol
  • May have anti-cancer effects

  Rich in:

  • Vitamin D
  • Antioxidants

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• Turkey Tail

  • Appears to increase survival rate with certain cancers, including colorectal
  • Boosts immune function
  • Supports the microbiome

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