Medicinal Mushrooms of the Eastern Woodland
Mushrooms have been used for centuries as both food and medicine
Food is medicine
Learn more about including mushrooms in your diet both as nutrition and specifically targeted therapeutics
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Our Free Guide to Medicinal Mushrooms
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Chicken-of-the-Woods
Chicken-of-the-woods is prized as a culinary mushroom and also has a range of medicinal qualities. It’s an antioxidant, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory. It’s been found to have hormone balancing properties and is being researched for use in the treatment of various types of cancer.
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Chaga
Chaga has been found to be beneficial in the treatment of a number of different cancers and supports the removal of toxic heavy metals from your body. It supports the immune system and is helpful for osteoporosis as well as high blood pressure.
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Cordyceps
Cordyceps is best know for helping increase ATP production and getting more oxygen to the lungs, making it popular for use by athletes. It has also been found to have anti-cancer effects, reduce blood sugar levels and help with fatigue.
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Lion's Mane
Best know for its positive effects for those with dementia and nerve damage, Lion’s Mane has also been shown to reduce anxiety and depression, improve heart health and assist in control of blood sugar levels. It may also have anti-cancer properties.
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Maitake
Maitake is one of the most potent medicinal mushrooms. It is an excellent adaptogen, helping the body adapt to stress, in addition to having anti-tumor and blood glucose modulating effects.
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Oyster Mushrooms
Oyster mushrooms aid in the regulation of blood sugar levels and boost heart health. They support your immune system, may reduce the risk of cancer and are a source of antioxidents.
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Reishi
Known by the ancient Chinese as the Mushroom of Immortality, Reishi has long been used as a medicine. It is a potent anti-viral and anti-bacterial and full of antioxidants. It’s known as an immune booster, and studies show beneficial effects in the treatment of both cancer and diabetes.
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Shiitake
Shiitakes are an immune booster, and are known as being especially beneficial for gut health. They are great for heart and bone health and may also help you lose weight. Shiitakes have anti-bacterial properties and have even been found to destroy cancer cells.
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Turkey Tail
Turkey Tail is a medicinal powerhouse. Packed full of antioxidants and immune-boosting polysaccharides, they also have been shown to have anti-cancer properties.