Health Benefits of Agarikon Mushroom
Health Benefits of Agarikon Mushroom
Agarikon mushroom (laricifomes officinalis or fomitopsis officinalis) also known as eburiko, is a woody-decay fungus native to Eurasia, North America and Morocco traditionally used to treat respiratory conditions such as bronchitis, cough, and asthma.
Ancient Greeks used Agarikon mushroom, also known as the elixir of long life, to treat tuberculosis. Indigenous people used Agarikon mushroom to help treat small pox.
Agarikon mushroom has ant-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti-viral properties.
Agarikon mushroom is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body and may help prevent the risk of chronic diseases.
Agarikon mushroom may also help promote digestive health.
Agarikon mushroom may also boost your immunity due to its various bioactive compounds including polysaccharides, flavonoids, and beta-glucans content.
Agarikon mushroom may also promote liver health.
Agarikon mushroom may interact with certain medications.
As always consult with your physician.
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laricifomes_officinalis
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7663060/
https://hostdefense.ca/mushrooms/agarikon/
https://goascentnutrition.com/blogs/ascent-nutrition-articles/the-benefits-of-agarikon-mushroom