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MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS: HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
Choose Medicinal Mushrooms and life will smile at you
There are a vast amount of products on the market which claim to improve one's health but it is difficult to find solutions designed specifically for the specific needs of each one of us.
This is why it is important to choose personalized Food Supplements.
Our natural Food Supplements are designed and prepared to meet your very specific needs.
Immune system, digestive system, liver, skin, energy, circulation, nervous system, mind are just some of the areas of the body which can be strengthened with the targeted use of Medicinal Mushrooms.
There is a solution for every requirement.
Medicinal Mushrooms act in harmony with the body, strengthening its physiological functions. All without causing side effects. They are also gluten and lactose free.
Woman
Are you a woman? Did you know that the different stages of life have specific peculiarities that must be addressed with awareness and with the right products? We have studied and produced a specific selection of Natural Supplements. Live life to the full with the Food Supplements of Funghi Energia e Salute
The great effectiveness of Shiitake in mineralizing bones is linked to its abundant vitamin D2 content, a substance necessary for fixing minerals in the bones. This Medicinal Mushroom increases the absorption of calcium, because it helps the intestine to digest and better assimilate minerals (Halpern, 2007). Cordyceps is also extremely useful for bones: on the one hand it reduces the erosive activity of osteoclasts, extending the life of the bone tissue, on the other it reduces the elimination of calcium by the kidneys.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi (Tang et al., 2005) and Auricularia are rich in adenosine, the molecule useful for psychological well-being. They strengthen psychoemotional functions: for this reason they help to counteract stress and anxiety.
*All'interno della pagina di dettaglio, la bibliografia completa.
Shiitake (Bae et al., 1997), as shown by interesting research (Kuznetsov et al., 2004; Mizuno et al., 2009), nourishes the most important lactic acid bacteria - Lacto bacillus brevis and Bifido bacterium breve - thanks to trehalose. The presence of glucans and terpenes allows the elimination of pathogenic microorganisms - including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans.
Maitake (Lee et al., 2010) intervenes in cases of intestinal inflammation, intolerances and many other intestinal problems.
*All'interno della pagina di dettaglio, la bibliografia completa.
Agaricus (Hsu et al., 2008) and Maitake (Minamino et al., 2004 and 2008) offer natural help for those who are overweight. Their fat burning action reduces the absorption of lipids and the accumulation of excess fat.
They counteract fat deposits and reduce appetite and cravings for carbohydrates.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi (Shimizu et al., 2009) and Agaricus (Halpern, 2007) are considered number one natural cosmetics in China and Brazil: these Medicinal Mushrooms keep the skin soft and toned, hydrating it and protecting it from damage caused by free radicals, thanks to the amount of antioxidants they contain.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
As shown by a team of Japanese researchers, Polyporus promotes hair regrowth (Inaoka Y, et al. 1994; Ishida H, 1999) and stops hair falling out. Reishi makes the hair stronger.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi (Shimizu et al., 2009) and Cordyceps (Huang et al., 2004) have an excellent effect on the female reproductive system and on general well-being throughout life.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Polyporus, thanks to its diuretic effect, slims legs and swollen ankles and eliminates pain due to heavy legs and tiredness (Zhang et al., 2010).
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Man
Are you a man? According to your age you can protect and improve your health with our products provided by nature. Our Food supplements based on Medicinal Mushrooms are suitable for each specific time in your life and for all lifestyles.
Reishi has always been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as as a cardiotonic, useful for the health of the heart (Rajasekaran, 2012; Sudheesh et al., 2009). Further studies have shown the actual beneficial properties of this Medicinal Mushroom (Chen, 1995; Yan et al., 2013).
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Hericium contains erinacines, molecoles useful to protect the stomach. These substances facilitate the digestion and stimulate the glands present in the mucosa to produce protective mucus to coat the walls and encourage normal acidity (Shang et al., 2013; Yu et al., 1999). Reishi exerts an interesting anti-inflammatory effect, as also emerges from the research of Professor Stavinoha, pharmacologist at the University of San Antonio in Texas, United States (Stavinoha et al., 1991 e 1995).
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Cordyceps increases blood oxygenation by 4.8% and work rate by 8.3% (Yi et al., 2004). In Traditional Chinese Medicine it has been used since ancient times for its invigorating properties. Female Chinese athletes used it during the 1993 Chinese National Athletics Games in Beijing, in which they achieved stunning results. Thanks to the properties of this Natural Supplement they managed to break several world records (Steinkraus, 1994). This Medicinal Mushroom is characterized by its ability to stimulate cell energy activities and oxygenation. It also has antidepressant and psychophysical tonic properties. Agaricus, too, increases both physical and mental energy. For this reason its contribution in sport and in periods of intense work is very precious (Halpern, 2007).
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
The use of Maitake is useful for prostate health because it improves urinary flow (Boh, 2007). A team of researchers has also found benefits on prostate well-being using Reishi (Noguchi et al., 2008).
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Child
Do you have children? Do you love your grandchildren? Medicinal Mushrooms can be used for children safely, even by infants. Thanks to our natural remedies, you can help your children to grow up healthy as well as to stay healthy by preventing intolerances and seasonal ailments.
Il Reishi (Gao et al., 2003; Stavinoha et al., 1991 e 1995; Joseph et al., 2009) e l’Agaricus (Bernardshaw et al., 2005) portano le difese immunitarie al top della loro efficienza. Moltissimi studi dimostrano l’azione di grande sostegno al sistema immunitario, sia nell’esercitare l’azione antinfiammatoria nel contrastare virus e batteri.
*All'interno della pagina di dettaglio, la bibliografia completa.
Reishi (Tang et al., 2005) and Auricularia are rich in adenosine, the molecule useful for psychological well-being. They strengthen psycho-emotional functions and help fight stress and anxiety.
*All'interno della pagina di dettaglio, la bibliografia completa.
Cordyceps increases blood oxygenation by 4.8% and work rate by 8.3% (Yi et al., 2004). This is why Chinese athletes have achieved stunning results during competitions. During the Chinese National Athletics Games in Beijing, for example, female Chinese athletes who used Cordyceps during training weeks and during the Games surprised the world by obtaining extraordinary performances (Steinkraus et al., 1994). It is not a doping substance: it is accepted by the IOC (International Olympic Committee) and by sports federations all over the world.
It is useful for growth: together with Reishi it contributes to increasing vitality and energy.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Maitake and Shiitake are useful in efficiently fighting intestinal intolerances. Maitake improves digestion by enhancing the work of digestive enzymes through an anti-inflammatory action (Lee et al., 2010). Shiitake (Bae et al., 1997), as shown by interesting research (Kuznetsov et al., 2004; Mizuno et al., 2009) feeds the most important lactic acid bacteria - Lacto bacillus brevis and Bifido bacterium breve - thanks to trehalose. The presence of glucans and terpenes allows the elimination of pathogenic microorganisms - including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Teenager
Do you have teenage children? Are they growing up in the middle of hormonal chaos? Medicinal Mushrooms can provide an answer to the numerous needs of the adolescent. If your child has problems with juvenile acne or stress due to school and sports, try a natural remedy: try our Medicinal Mushroom Food Supplements.
Reishi (Gao et al., 2003; Stavinoha et al., 1991 and 1995; Joseph et al., 2009) and Agaricus (Bernardshaw et al., 2005) bring the immune system to maximum efficiency. Many studies show the great support they provide to the immune system, both with an anti-inflammatory action and in fighting viruses and bacteria as well as in allergic diseases.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi (Tang et al., 2005) and Auricularia are rich in adenosine, a molecule useful for psychological well-being.
These Medicinal Mushrooms strengthen psycho-emotional functions and help to counteract stress and anxiety.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Cordyceps increases blood oxygenation by 4.8% and work rate by 8.3% (Yi et al., 2004). This is why Chinese athletes have achieved stunning results during competitions. During the Chinese National Athletics Games in Beijing, for example, female Chinese athletes who used Cordyceps during training weeks and during the Games surprised the world by obtaining extraordinary performances (Steinkraus et al., 1994). It is not a doping substance: it is accepted by the IOC (International Olympic Committee) and by sports federations all over the world. Together with Reishi it contributes to increasing vitality and energy.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
The effects of Reishi (Shimizu et al., 2009) and Cordyceps (Huang et al., 2004) exert excellent benefits on the sexual apparatus, both male and female.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Maitake and Shiitake are useful in efficiently fighting intestinal intolerances. Maitake improves digestion by enhancing the work of digestive enzymes through an anti-inflammatory action (Lee et al., 2010).
Shiitake (Bae et al., 1997), as shown by interesting research (Kuznetsov et al., 2004; Mizuno et al., 2009) feeds the most important lactic acid bacteria - Lacto bacillus brevis and Bifido bacterium breve - thanks to trehalose. The presence of glucans and terpenes allows the elimination of pathogenic microorganisms - including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Over65
Are you lucky enough to have reached this age healthy? Do you want to carry on preserving or improving your health? Health has no age. Our practical tips to keep fit even when you are elderly include strengthening the immune system with Medicinal Mushrooms and getting back the energy of the best years.
According to the American professor Halpern, the great effectiveness of Shiitake in mineralizing bones is favoured by its high vitamin D2 content, a substance necessary to fix minerals in the bones. This Medicinal Mushroom increases the absorption of calcium, because it helps the intestine to digest and better assimilate minerals (Halpern, 2007) and counteracts dental tartar (Shouji, 2000; Zaura et al., 2011). Cordyceps is also extremely useful for bones, too: on the one hand it reduces the erosive activity of osteoclasts, lengthening bone tissue life, on the other it reduces the elimination of calcium in the kidneys.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi was originally used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a cardiac tonic, useful for heart health (Rajasekaran and Kalaimagal, 2012; Sudheesh et al., 2009). Subsequent studies have confirmed the beneficial properties of this Medicinal Mushroom. Similarly, Cordyceps improves the circulation (Chen, 1995; Yan, 2013).
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Cordyceps increases blood oxygenation by 4.8% and work rate by 8.3% (Yi et al., 2004). For this reason, in the past, Asian athletes have achieved amazing results during competitions. At the National Athletics Games in Beijing, for example, Chinese gymnasts who used Cordyceps during training weeks and during competitions amazed the world with their extraordinary performance (Steinkraus et al., 1994). It is not doping: it is accepted by the IOC (International Olympic Committee) and by sports federations throughout the world. Together with the Reishi it contributes to increasing vitality and energy.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi (Gao et al., 2003; Stavinoha et al., 1991 and 1995; Joseph et al., 2009) and Agaricus (Bernardshaw et al., 2005) bring the immune system to its most efficient. Many studies demonstrate their anti-inflammatory action in fighting viruses and bacteria.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Polyporus (Zhang et al., 2010) has had an excellent reputation since ancient times for its ability to support the health of the kidneys and their purifying functions. Auricularia, at the same time, contains adenosine, a vasodilator molecule which, by increasing the amount of blood that passes through the kidneys, increases the purification of the blood.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Animals
Do you love animals? Did you know that Medicinal Mushrooms represent an important resource with which to treat the most common and also unusual afflictions of our faithful four-legged friends? In small animals, mushrooms act faster than humans, because the active ingredients are concentrated in greater quantities in the areas to be treated.
Reishi (Gao et al., 2003; Stavinoha et al., 1991 and 1995; Joseph et al., 2009) and Agaricus (Bernardshaw et al., 2005) bring the immune system to its most efficient. Many studies demonstrate their anti-inflammatory action in fighting viruses and bacteria.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Auricularia, rich in adenosine, strengthens psycho-emotional functions and helps to counteract stress and anxiety. Cordyceps increases oxygenation in the blood by 4.8% and work rate by 8.3% (Yi et al., 2004): for this reason, in the past, Asian athletes, regular consumers of these supplements, have obtained astounding results during sports performances.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Shiitake (Bae et al., 1997), as shown by interesting research (Kuznetsov et al., 2004; Mizuno et al., 2009) feeds the most important lactic acid bacteria - Lacto bacillus brevis and Bifido bacterium breve - thanks to trehalose. The presence of glucans and terpenes allows the elimination of pathogenic microorganisms - including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis and Candida albicans. Hericium is very useful in stomach problems.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi was originally used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a cardiac tonic, useful for heart health (Rajasekaran and Kalaimagal, 2012; Sudheesh et al., 2009). Subsequent studies have confirmed the beneficial properties of this Medicinal Mushroom. Similarly, Cordyceps improves the circulation (Chen, 1995; Yan, 2013).
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
Reishi strengthens bones and connective tissue: thanks to its content in DM ganoderic acid it slows down the action of osteoclasts, the cells that reduce bone compactness (Miyamoto et al., 2009). Likewise, Cordyceps is also useful for the bones: it reduces the erosive activity of osteoclasts, lengthens the life of bone tissue and reduces the elimination of calcium in the kidneys.
*You can find a complete bibliography on the detail page.
