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What Are Functional Mushrooms and How Can They Be Used

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What Are Functional Mushrooms and How Can They Be Used

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  1. What Are Functional Mushrooms and How Can They Be Used Are you curious about functional mushrooms? Then learn more about how you can use these adaptogenic and medicinal mushrooms in the kitchen. Even if you’ve never heard of functional mushrooms, you may have seen them as an ingredient in a food product. Just take a stroll down the aisle of a health food store, and you’ll find these special fungi in all sorts of things – from coffee to protein powder to hot chocolate mix. And since this market is expected to more than double in the next ten years, you’ll likely start seeing them even more frequently. These mushrooms aren’t the same fungi used as hallucinogens. Instead, they’re a distinct group of edible fungi known for their unique health benefits and versatile in their potential uses. Whether you’re hoping to incorporate health trends into your own cafe or are trying to learn more about holistic health, understanding how to use these fungi may help you further your personal or professional goals.

  2. What Are Functional Mushrooms Functional mushrooms are types of fungi that are heralded for health benefits beyond their nutritional compositions. The exact benefits depend on the species of mushroom used. However, functional mushrooms are often categorized into two main groups: medicinal mushrooms and adaptogenic mushrooms. Medicinal mushrooms contain compounds that provide specific health benefits. Many of these mushrooms offer antioxidative and cytotoxic properties1, meaning they may be able to inhibit the damaging process of oxidation as well as kill harmful cells. While these mushrooms may provide medicinal benefits, it’s important to recognize that they’re considered dietary supplements. That means they’re regulated by the Food and Drug Administration as food, not drugs. Adaptogenic mushrooms contain adaptogens – compounds that help bodies adapt to and fight off chemical, biological, and physical stress. Rather than relieve a cough or get rid of the inflammation that’s causing a headache, adaptogens help our bodies’ stress response systems function as they should. Types of Functional Mushrooms to Know

  3. If you’re interested in using functional mushrooms in the kitchen, start by becoming familiar with the different types. After learning a bit about each, you may find you’re interested in exploring how these mushrooms fit into the larger picture of holistic nutrition and wellness. Reishi

  4. Also known as the mushroom of immortality, the reishi mushroom is touted for its ability to supercharge the immune system and increase stamina. Since these mushrooms grow on trees across the world, you may be able to get your hands on them by connecting with a local forager or heading into the forest yourself. Keep in mind that it takes a lot of training to correctly identify edible mushrooms, so it would be best to stick to purchasing from reputable suppliers instead. Chaga

  5. If you’re looking for a mushroom filled with antioxidants2, look no further than the chaga. With an earthy and bitter flavor that is a bit reminiscent of the birch trees they grow on, chaga mushrooms can blend well in coffee or tea. Cordyceps

  6. You won’t find these mushrooms growing on downed logs, but you might spot them growing on the caterpillars they parasitize. Yes, you read that right, these mushrooms grow on caterpillars. While cordyceps may sound like something out of a horror film, these mushrooms may help increase fitness levels3 and decrease physical fatigue4. Lion’s Mane Known in the culinary world for its seafood-like aroma and flavor, the lion’s mane mushroom may also help improve cognitive function5. Shiitake

  7. Native to East Asia, shiitake mushrooms are prized for their meaty, umami flavor. Not only are they delicious, but shiitakes may help improve immunity6 and improve the treatment of gastric cancer7. Turkey Tail If you’ve walked through any hardwood forests in the United States, you’ve likely walked past beautiful turkey tail mushrooms. These mushrooms contain strong antioxidants8 and may help activate immune cells

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