Agaricus Blazei is one of the newest medicinal mushrooms, it is rapidly becoming one of the most popular. It has high content of some valuable polysaccharides, different beta-glucans and high levels of lipids. It has been investigated in promoting the growth of protective cells, which help assist the chemical and toxic metal detoxification process.
Agaricus Blazei is one of the newest medicinal mushrooms, it is rapidly becoming one of the most popular. It has high content of some valuable polysaccharides, different beta-glucans and high levels of lipids. It has been investigated in promoting the growth of protective cells, which help assist the chemical and toxic metal detoxification process.
The Chinese single this out as the “King of Plants” — And Modern Science calls it the Most Powerful Antioxidant Yet Found. Chaga has the appearance of burnt charcoal when grown in its natural environment due to the large amount of melanin and brownish colouring on the inside. It is rich in beta glucans and contains ergosterol (vitamin D2). Chaga has an antioxidant effect and is believed to detoxify the body. Studies have indicated that the mushroom is more potent without or with minimal heat treatment.
The Chinese single this out as the “King of Plants” — And Modern Science calls it the Most Powerful Antioxidant Yet Found. Chaga has the appearance of burnt charcoal when grown in its natural environment due to the large amount of melanin and brownish colouring on the inside. It is rich in beta glucans and contains ergosterol (vitamin D2). Chaga has an antioxidant effect and is believed to detoxify the body. Studies have indicated that the mushroom is more potent without or with minimal heat treatment.
Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) is originated in the high mountainous regions of China, one of the most revered herbal mushrooms used for centuries to promote health, longevity and athletic performance. Cordyceps contains considerable amounts of adenosine and its derivatives and is believed to aid in the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a molecule that provides energy for physiological processes such as the contraction of muscles, which is integral for athletic performance. It also contains cordycepin which reduces inflammation in the airways and increases oxygen utilization and delivery of oxygen to the muscles.
Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) is originated in the high mountainous regions of China, one of the most revered herbal mushrooms used for centuries to promote health, longevity and athletic performance. Cordyceps contains considerable amounts of adenosine and its derivatives and is believed to aid in the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a molecule that provides energy for physiological processes such as the contraction of muscles, which is integral for athletic performance. It also contains cordycepin which reduces inflammation in the airways and increases oxygen utilization and delivery of oxygen to the muscles.
Coriolus (Turkey Tail, Coriolus versicolor), with its fan-shaped, colourful overlapping layers of fruit bodies truly resembling turkey tails. It is a very potent mushroom and the most extensively researched of all medicinal mushrooms with large scale clinical trials. In studies, it has been shown that Coriolus supplementation increases Natural Killer Cell activity.
Coriolus (Turkey Tail, Coriolus versicolor), with its fan-shaped, colourful overlapping layers of fruit bodies truly resembling turkey tails. It is a very potent mushroom and the most extensively researched of all medicinal mushrooms with large scale clinical trials. In studies, it has been shown that Coriolus supplementation increases Natural Killer Cell activity.
Hericium (Lion’s Mane mushroom, Hericium erinaceus) literally means hedgehog in Latin. It contains basic amino acids, water soluble polysaccharides and phytosterols called erinacines, potassium, zinc, iron, germanium, selenium, phosphorus and small amount of sodium. Current research suggests that Hericium promotes the “Nerve-Growth-Factor(NGF) synthesis.
Hericium (Lion’s Mane mushroom, Hericium erinaceus) literally means hedgehog in Latin. It contains basic amino acids, water soluble polysaccharides and phytosterols called erinacines, potassium, zinc, iron, germanium, selenium, phosphorus and small amount of sodium. Current research suggests that Hericium promotes the “Nerve-Growth-Factor(NGF) synthesis.
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) contains potassium, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B2, B5 (niacin), D2, fibre, amino acids, beta-glucans, enzymes and secondary metabolites. It has a high beta-glucan polysaccharide content which may help detoxify the body and helps to protect the liver by processing toxins. It is also believed to help adsorb micronutrients, especially zinc and copper and has Natural Killer Cell activity promoting properties.
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) contains potassium, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B2, B5 (niacin), D2, fibre, amino acids, beta-glucans, enzymes and secondary metabolites. It has a high beta-glucan polysaccharide content which may help detoxify the body and helps to protect the liver by processing toxins. It is also believed to help absorb micronutrients, especially zinc and copper and has Natural Killer Cell activity promoting properties.
Pleurotus (Oyster mushroom, King Trumpet, Pleurotus eryngii) has high levels of the antioxidant L-ergothioneine, a naturally occurring antioxidant amino acid as well as Vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B5 (niacin), B6 and B7 (biotin), B9 (folic acid), C, D2, K, P (bioflavonoids). It contains trace elements of selenium, zinc, boron, iodine and unsaturated fatty acids (linoleic acid, oleic acid).
Pleurotus (Oyster mushroom, King Trumpet, Pleurotus eryngii) has high levels of the antioxidant L-ergothioneine, a naturally occurring antioxidant amino acid as well as Vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B5 (niacin), B6 and B7 (biotin), B9 (folic acid), C, D2, K, P (bioflavonoids). It contains trace elements of selenium, zinc, boron, iodine and unsaturated fatty acids (linoleic acid, oleic acid).
Reishi is the most famous of all the health-promoting mushrooms. It is well known in China as the “Mushroom of Immortality”. It is widely used in the East as an energy promoting tonic. The wide-ranging health benefits of Reishi are believed to be due to a combination of high polysaccharide content and triterpinoids.
Reishi is the most famous of all the health-promoting mushrooms. It is well known in China as the “Mushroom of Immortality”. It is widely used in the East as an energy promoting tonic. The wide-ranging health benefits of Reishi are believed to be due to a combination of high polysaccharide content and triterpinoids.