Why You Need Medicinal Mushrooms


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How Medicine Mushrooms Work

ANCIENT MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS

Did you know that we are closely related to mushrooms and can consider them as our close relatives? There are only a few tiny changes in our DNA structure that set us apart, making mushrooms more similar to humans than plants. For example, when mushrooms are exposed to sunlight, they can produce vitamin D, just like humans!

There are many ancient recordings of medicinal mushrooms for their anti-parasite, anti-bacterial effects and much more. In recent studies, scientists are finding they are much more than just culinary foods. They can fight cancer, modulate the immune system, support adrenal glands and the entire endocrine system, improve brain function, protect the skin, and much more.

An incredible function of medicinal mushrooms is that they modulate the immune system, meaning they won’t stimulate it when it doesn’t need to be stimulated. Rather, they will support it and strengthen it when its needed, like when there’s an unproductive virus or bacteria present. Because of this highly intelligent function, they make an amazing medicine for preventing illnesses.

 

Chaga:

Chaga is rich in Vitamins A, C, B, D, and E and minerals such as manganese, iron, calcium, zinc, and selenium. It also contains potent anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, anti-candida, and anti-parasite properties. It’s one of the most powerful sources of anti-oxidants which makes it a great supplement for people concerned about skin health.

Chaga is one of the best sources of betulinic acid which is known to kill cancer cells on contact. Chaga is therefore often listed as one of the top anti-cancer and anti-tumor foods and is highly valued in a variety of natural cancer treatments and preventative protocols. Research has shown Chaga to be particularly beneficial for colon, stomach, endometrial, lung, breast, and prostate cancer. 

Chaga is also rich in beta-glucans which can dramatically strengthen and reinforce the immune system making it an ideal choice for those suffering with autoimmune disorders such as chronic fatigue syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia, irritable bowl syndrome, Chron’s disease, lymphoma, bursitis, shingles, and PCOS.

Its anti-inflammatory properties makes it ideal for those with IBS, arthritis, colitis, cystitis, tendonitis, edema, asthma, celiac disease, and acne. The wide range of healing benefits found in Chaga makes its one of the most important and essential medicinal foods to be included in one’s natural health regime.

 

Reishi:

Reishi is well known for helping protect the body from radiation damage and has been shown to ease symptoms of chemotherapy such as hair loss, nausea, fever, infection, and headaches. Reishi is amazing for weight loss and can help cleanse a fatty liver and reduce edema and bloating throughout the body. 

Reishi is excellent for cardiovascular health and is able to help dilate the coronary artery, improve circulation in cardiac muscle capillaries, increase blood flow to the heart, and even help correct arrhythmia. It can also reduce blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels as well as reduce plaque on the arterial walls which can help to prevent strokes and heart attacks. 

Reishi is a vital supplement for helping to lower cholesterol, reduce high blood pressure, and to prevent blood clots. Reishi is very good for calming the nervous system and bringing balance and stability back to the body. It can help with anxiety, panic attacks, and sleep disorders such as insomnia. It is also known to help improve cognitive abilities such as memory, concentration, and focus. 

It also has natural antihistamine properties which makes is valuable for those who suffer with allergies, sinus problems, and chronic muscle aches. In one study, reishi was found to be as powerful as five milligrams of hydrocortisone. Reishi contains polysaccharides called Gandoreans A, B, C that help to keep blood sugar stable and balanced which is very good for diabetes, strokes, ulcers, and hypertension. 

 

Cordyceps:

Perhaps one of its most beneficial and popular uses is for its ability to improve stamina and endurance by increasing oxygen intake on a cellular level & ATP production. Our cells need oxygen in order to produce energy, and many people don’t breath deep enough to receive enough oxygen. Because of this its revered by many athletes to help boost athletic performance and stamina. It’s oxygenation effect is very useful for people who suffer from asthma or other breathing related problems. Cordyceps are great for treating fatigue, brain fog, muscle soreness and more.

 

Lions Mane:

Neuroactive compounds in lion’s mane have been proven in scientific studies to be neurotrophic. That means, they encourage the growth of nerve cells. They accomplish this amazing feat by inducing the production of nerve growth factor (NGF).

NGF is naturally produced in the human brain and is vital to the production, protection, and regeneration of neurons (which are essentially the circuits in the computer that is your brain), especially the sensory neurons which are responsible for the perception of heat, touch, pain etc.

 

Turkey Tail:

The role of turkey tail mushroom in providing support to cancer patients has been under research for a long time now by the most renowned universities in the world. Several patients who are now undertaking chemotherapy have been adding turkey tail mushroom to their diet. It is known that the immune system of the body gets suppressed under chemotherapy. Turkey tail mushrooms build up the immune system and thus help in making up for the weakness caused by chemotherapy. The stronger immune system also helps in fighting strongly against the deadly cancer cells, thereby turkey tail mushroom is a potent cancer-fighting food.