Mushrooms

1. Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum): The Reishi mushroom is often called the “mushroom of eternal life” and is one of the most commonly used medicinal mushrooms in traditional Chinese medicine. It contains active ingredients that stimulate the immune system, support liver function and may have an anti-tumor effect.
   
2. Shiitake (Lentinula edodes): The shiitake is a popular edible mushroom and also contains many health-promoting active ingredients. It can be used to lower cholesterol, strengthen the immune system and fight viruses and bacteria.
   
3. Maitake (Grifola frondosa): Maitake is often called the “dancing mushroom” and is particularly rich in beta-glucans, which can stimulate the immune system and protect cells from damage. It is also used to assist in the treatment of cancer and diabetes.
   
4. Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis): The Cordyceps mushroom is traditionally used to increase energy and endurance. It also contains active ingredients that can help improve lung function, strengthen the immune system and regulate blood sugar levels.
   
5. Agaricus blazei (Agaricus blazei): Agaricus blazei contains high concentrations of beta-glucans and ergosterol, which help strengthen the immune system and may act as antioxidants. It is also used to help treat cancer, diabetes and cholesterol problems.
   
6. Hericium (Hericium erinaceus): Hericium mushroom is also known as “hedgehog spiny beard” and can be used to improve brain function and to help treat gastrointestinal problems. It also contains active ingredients that can improve nerve function.
   
7. Trametes versicolor (Trametes versicolor): Trametes versicolor is often referred to as “butterfly trametes” and contains high concentrations of polysaccharides and polyphenols. These can be used to support the immune system and treat cancer.
   
8. Auricularia (Auricularia auricula-judae): Auricularia mushroom is also called “Judas ear” and contains high concentrations of vitamins and minerals. It can be used to lower cholesterol levels and to help treat anemia.
   
9. Grifola umbellata (Grifola umbellata): The Grifola umbellata contains high concentrations of beta-glucans, which stimulate the immune system and can act as antioxidants. It is also used to support both treatment of cancer, diabetes and cholesterol problems.
   
10. Tremella (Tremella fuciformis): The Tremella fungus is also known as “silver ear” and contains high concentrations of polysaccharides that can help support the immune system. It is also used to improve skin health and collagen production.
    
11. Agrocybe (Agrocybe aegerita): Agrocybe mushroom contains active ingredients that can help improve digestion and liver function. It is also used to assist in the treatment of cancer.
    
12. Pleurotus (Pleurotus ostreatus): Pleurotus mushroom is also known as “oyster mushroom” and contains high concentrations of beta-glucans, which can stimulate the immune system and act as antioxidants. It is also used to lower cholesterol and aid in the treatment of cancer.
    
13. Ganoderma (Ganoderma tsugae): The Ganoderma mushroom contains active ingredients that help strengthen the immune system, reduce inflammation and can act as antioxidants. It is also used to assist in the treatment of cancer and diabetes.
    
14. Phellinus (Phellinus linteus): Phellinus mushroom is traditionally used to help treat cancer and diabetes. It also contains active ingredients that can stimulate the immune system and reduce inflammation.
    
15. Inonotus (Inonotus obliquus): The Inonotus mushroom is also known as “Chaga mushroom” and contains high concentrations of beta-glucans and polyphenols. These can help strengthen the immune system and act as antioxidants. Chaga mushroom is also used to help treat cancer, diabetes and hypertension.