Medicinal mushrooms have long been used in traditional medicine. The ability to identify beneficial properties and then extract the active ingredient started with the discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928.  Since that time, many potential antibiotics have been discovered, and the potential for various fungi to synthesize biologically active molecules useful in various clinical therapies has been under research. Pharmacological research identified antifungal, antiviral, and antiprotozoal compounds from fungi.

6 of the most effective medicinal mushrooms and their uses are listed below.

1- Reishi can help with

• sleep
• anxiety
• depression
• focus

2- Lion’s mane can help with

• cognition
• memory
• concentration

3- Chaga can help with

• aging
• inflammation
• lowering LDL

4- Shiitake can help with

• lowering cholesterol
• heart health
• blood pressure and circulation

 5-Turkey tail can help with

• immune support
• cancer prevention
• Antioxidants

6-Cordyceps may help with

• energy
• athletic performance
• muscle recovery

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