| Part used |
Mushroom |
| Use |
- Can be eaten
- Tea: 1/2 tsp of powder to 10oz water decoct 15 mins, steep 1 hour
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| Benefits |
- Treats deficient kidney energy caused by excessive exertion or chronic disease – thus aids with fluid metabolism, sexual function, bone health and hearing (kidney function and jing in Traditional Chinese Medicine)
- Treats infertility and strengthens respiratory function in cases of dry lungs and chronic cough
- Used by athletes to break world records: enhances aerobic capacity and cellular energy stores
- Prevents immuno-suppression and restores macrophage and natural killer cell activity
- Immune amphoteric and regulates allergies and auto-immune conditions
- Prevents free radical damage, lowers cholesterol and reduces heart muscle oxygen consumption
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| Dangers |
Excessive consumption can depress immune system as well as cause edema, anxiety and headaches |
Adapted from:
Winston, D. & Maimes, S. (2007). Adaptogens: Herbs for strength, stamina and stress releif. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts Press
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