Mushrooms are a welcome ingredient in most dishes, but have you wondered what their benefits are? Read on to know the importance of mushroom not just to our health but also the planet. Mushrooms as Powerful Disease Fighters There are over a million types of fungi covering the planet and 270 that have healing properties that we know of. We share the Earth with 25% mycelium like the tree roots of mushrooms. Mycelium Definition: The vegetative part of a fungus that consists of a mass...

Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus spp.) are an incredible genus that comes in many colors, are very easy to grow, and, according to Hobbs, are the third most cultivated mushroom in the world. They’ll grow in substrates ranging from supplemented sawdust to straw to toilet paper rolls and coffee grounds, making them an easy choice, especially for beginners. Still, the concept of “easy to grow” is a relative term. Mushrooms aren’t philodendrons. They require some...

What Is The Benefit Of Phellinus Linteus？ A fungal species known as Phellinus linteus, or the meshima mushroom, has been used for centuries in traditional Asian medicine. As of late, current logical examination has looked into P. linteus because of its extensive variety of potential medical advantages, from cell reinforcement and calming properties to immunomodulatory, hostile to diabetic, and cardiovascular impacts. This article investigates the ongoing logical comprehension of how P....

Wood Ear (Auricularia Auricula-Judae) Where does this weird mushroom grow? Wood ear mushrooms grow in temperate forests around the world. They usually pop up on older trees in groups, and grow on dead and living ash, spindle, and beech trees. What’s unique about this mushroom? As the name suggests, wood ear mushrooms look shockingly similar to human ears. Their color ranges from translucent to dark brown and they have a rubbery texture when fresh. What useful properties does this...

 exploring the world of mushrooms can yield some extraordinary similarities, too. Fungi consumed for health purposes for thousands of years have their own representatives with similar benefits. These include chaga mushroom, reishi mushroom, and even the multi-colored, multi-faceted turkey tail mushroom. Yet there’s one up-and-comer that is showing some strong promise in the world of mushrooms: the magical and miraculous maitake mushroom. SOME COLORFUL MAITAKE...

by John Staughton (BASc, BFA) last updated - September 15, 2020  People have been cultivating shiitake mushrooms for more than 800 years, to use them in various dishes for their unique flavor and impressive health benefits. What are Shiitake Mushrooms? Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) are a popular fungal variety native to East Asia. The name ‘shiitake’ is taken directly from its name in Japanese and it is also known as black mushroom...

WHAT IS CHAGA FUNGUS? Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a sterile conk fungus that grows primarily on birch trees. It is also referred to as the King of Medicinal Mushrooms (though it is a mycelium mass and not technically a mushroom), clinker fungus, and tinder conk (for its high flammability and long, slow smolder). The fungus forms a parasitic relationship with the birch tree that can last decades, wherein the chaga grows slowly, surviving off the tree’s nutrients. You may also...

The Health Benefits of Caterpillar Fungus: A Unique Natural Remedy Caterpillar fungus, also known as Cordyceps sinensis, is a unique medicinal mushroom that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. This fungus is a combination of a fungus and a caterpillar, which makes it a unique and interesting natural remedy. In recent years, it has gained popularity in the Western world as a natural supplement with a variety of health benefits. What...

Before the world of modern medicine—including pharmaceuticals, pills, surgeries, and more—all we had was the natural world to turn to for health and healing. Over the centuries, this has made the general state of our health and wellness around the globe launch to a much better, higher level. Today, however, we know that modern medicine has left some important priorities behind. We know now too about the importance of nutrition, whole foods, and natural ingredients, botanicals, and...

Lion’s mane (Hericeum erinaceus) has been a time-tested mainstay in Traditional Chinese Medicine for hundreds of years. It’s known by a few other whimsical names that refer to its quirky appearance: such as deer’s tail, satyr’s beard, and even the “pom pom” mushroom. While its health properties have been known about and used as medicine for such a long time, it’s also considered a culinary favorite in the cuisine of the Far East. If you want to get a...

11 Benefits of Reishi Mushrooms    Sometimes referred to as the “mushroom of immortality,” reishi has been used for thousands of years to promote vitality, support immune function, maintain stress resilience, deepen mental clarity and more.  Once rare and mostly reserved for the Chinese emperor and his court, these days it’s widely cultivated and available for those of us whose royal titles only go so far as “Queen of Laundry.” As you...