Vietnam has a type of 'longevity mushroom' that contains more than 400 valuable nutrients

This is a precious medicinal herb that helps improve health, prevent certain diseases and increase longevity .

Uses of Ganoderma mushrooms

Ganoderma mushrooms or longevity mushrooms, elixirs are a precious medicine in Oriental medicine , classified as top quality mushrooms. This type of mushroom is often found growing wild in cold high mountain areas in some provinces of China.

In Vietnam, Ganoderma mushrooms often grow mainly in mountainous provinces and like to grow mainly on coconut oil trees, water oil trees, and hibiscus trees . In ancient times, only kings and princes could use this mushroom because its rarity and value were beyond the reach of ordinary people at that time.

According to clinical research, Ganoderma mushrooms bring many health benefits. This mushroom contains more than 400 different active ingredients such as polysaccharides, antioxidants, adenosine, B vitamins, vitamin C, minerals, enzymes and fatty acids along with protein, iron, calcium, zinc, 110 types of amino acids. ,.often used to support the treatment of many diseases.

Here are some outstanding uses of this mushroom:

1. Control blood sugar

A review study published in the Journal of Phytooolization found that Ganoderma lucidum can effectively reduce blood sugar and insulin levels, making it very good for people with diabetes.

Consuming this mushroom will help stabilize and reduce blood sugar.

Accordingly, Ganoderma lucidum contains polysaccharide components that help lower blood sugar by increasing plasma insulin levels and reducing plasma sugar. Triterpenoids in this mushroom also help inhibit Aldose Reductase and α-Glucosidase which can prevent postprandial hyperglycemia. From there, consuming this mushroom will help stabilize and reduce blood sugar, eliminating diabetes complications such as blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. You can use Ganoderma in decoction form, cook soup or make tea to drink daily.

2. Anti-cancer

Lingzhi mushroom is also one of the medicines that effectively helps prevent cancer. According to modern medicine, many scientific studies show that germanium in Ganoderma mushrooms helps cells absorb oxygen better, inhibiting the growth of cancer cells. Polysaccharides in this mushroom also increase the body's immunity, help strengthen the liver, and fight cancer cells.

A study of 4,000 breast cancer survivors found that about 59% of those cancer survivors used reishi mushrooms during treatment. In addition, Ganoderma mushrooms also play an important role in preventing and fighting rectal cancer, helping to reduce the number and size of tumors in the large intestine.

3. Good for the liver

Many studies have shown that Ganoderma mushrooms have the effect of improving the body's immunity, inhibiting viruses from attacking liver cells, and restoring damaged liver tissue. Accordingly, the steroids contained in this mushroom have the ability to help detoxify the liver, protect the liver from synthesizing cholesterol, neutralize viruses and inhibit disease-causing bacteria.

A study published in the International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms also concluded that reishi mushrooms contain antioxidants, which have hepatoprotective properties that can improve liver function. Therefore, it is very effective for liver diseases such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, and fatty liver.

4. Enhance cardiovascular health

Researchers have shown that lingzhi mushrooms have positive effects on the heart. According to a study, this mushroom helps increase good cholesterol and reduce triglycerides, which aid in preventing blood clotting in blood vessels and arteries, reducing inflammation and blood pressure. Not only that, Ganoderma mushrooms also help increase blood volume in the heart and golden arteries, increase heart capillary circulation, support glycogen synthesis, and support increased fatty acid oxidation. From there, it helps nourish and enhance cardiovascular health effectively.

 Using Ganoderma mushrooms helps clean the intestines and clean the digestive system.

5. Colon cleansing

In addition to the above effects, using Ganoderma mushrooms also helps clean the intestines, clean the digestive system and help the body become lighter. The nutrients in this mushroom will help stimulate the digestive system, creating a better appetite. From there, the digestive system will absorb nutrients better and avoid some diseases related to the digestive system.

6. Helps skin become smooth and supple

Lingzhi mushroom is also one of the best medicines for the skin. Studies have shown that Ganoderma mushroom extract contains nucleic acids and proteins that will help maintain elasticity and smooth skin. Besides, polysaccharides contained in Ganoderma mushroom extract will help enhance DNA synthesis in cell nuclei, increasing the number of cell divisions. From there, it helps the skin synthesize more collagen, making the skin smoother and more youthful.