origin

The Hericium mushroom, also called “hedgehog’s beard” due to its appearance, is a very popular edible mushroom with its 32 aromatic substances and also grows in local forests – and there v.a. on the wounds of old or dead deciduous trees. It was first cultivated in China in the 1950s and has since been bred here as well.

Areas of application and effect

The Hericium contains all 8 essential for humans essential amino acidsMany alternative practitioners use Hericium for problems of the digestive tract.

Certain hydrophilic polysaccharides of Hericium show in initial studies anticarcinogenic and antimetastatic propertiesThis is attributed to a suspected increased activity of phagocytes (macrophages) and other immune cells.

Many users report a positive effect on psychological complaints such as depressive moods, sleep disorders or nervousness.

Ingredients of Hericium may promote the regeneration of nerve cells and the growth of nerve fibers, which is why this mushroom is often used as an adjunct to therapy for dementia, Parkinson's disease, or multiple sclerosis.

Why are extracts better than mushroom powder?

Mushroom extracts contain, in particular, highly effective and bioactive polysaccharides and glucans in high concentrations, which are relevant for the immune system.
The extraction not only causes the release of the active substances from the cell organelles, but also the enrichment of the fungal active substances by separating the insoluble accompanying substances.

Another advantage of extracts over powders is their standardization and reproducibility. This allows for precise and targeted dosing and combination with other preparations.

Shellbroken process and fruiting bodies

The mushroom powder, which is then extracted using hot water extraction, is produced using the so-called "shellbroken" process. This involves grinding the mushroom so finely that the chitin cell wall is broken open. This allows for a polysaccharide content of 30%, allowing the ingredients to be optimally utilized by the body.

Only the fruiting body is used to produce the mushroom extracts. NOT the subterranean part ("mycelium"), which contains hardly any nutrients, nor the substrate on which the mushroom is grown. This substrate could otherwise contain many undesirable byproducts, from wood to manure.

Legal consumer information

German and European law aims to protect consumers from supposedly misleading claims of effectiveness. The statements made here refer to the original Ayurvedic and TCM texts. This ancient knowledge is based on experience passed down from generation to generation. It is not intended to claim that the products described here have an effect in the sense of Western medicine. All products are dietary supplements; they are not medications and have no medical effect. If you are ill and require medical care, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.