Reishi mushroom for Herbal Naturopathy: properties, benefits, uses, side effects

The reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), which owes its name to its shiny appearance, is a very common species. With analgesic and anti- inflammatory properties , it is also known as the mushroom of immortality. Let’s find out better. Description of the mushroom Reishi grows in all seasons, in China and Japan, where it is called Ling Zhi or spiritual power, but also in all Italian … Read more

Ganoderma mushroom for Herbal Naturopathy: properties, benefits, uses, side effects

Ganoderma ( Ganoderma lucidum ), also known as red reishi, is used as a support to support the heart, revitalize the body and soothe the spirit . Let’s find out better. Description of the mushroom Ganoderma lucidum, also called red reishi and commonly known in Chinese as Lin Zhi, is a medicinal mushroom used for more than two thousand years in the Far East … Read more

Medicinal mushrooms against viral infections

Medicinal mushrooms are useful against viral infections because they act through the direct inhibition of viral enzymes, or viral replication, or the entry of the virus into the cell. Let’s find out better. What are Viral Infections Viral infections must be well differentiated from bacterial ones and cannot be treated with common antibiotics, but require specific antiviral drugs. By viral … Read more

Medicinal mushrooms for allergy: which ones to use

Medicinal mushrooms give excellent results in the treatment of different types of allergy. They are useful, in fact, for seasonal allergies such as allergic rhinitis (the classic hay fever ), pollen allergy, with nasal discharge and nickel allergy, which many suffer from today. Let’s find out which mushrooms to use. Causes of allergy and treatments Allopathic Medicine treats allergies with cortisone or antihistamines whose side effects … Read more

Medicinal mushrooms against metabolic syndrome

Medicinal mushrooms can be helpful in metabolic syndrome. This is a condition to which a lot of attention must be paid due to its severity and indicates a set of predisposing factors which, combined together, place the subject in a high risk range for diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular problems in general and hepatic steatosis (liver fat). Let’s find out better. Metabolic … Read more

Genmaicha Tea: properties, benefits, uses, side effects

Japanese genmaicha green tea – also called popcorn tea – is a drink to which puffed and toasted white rice is added. Of high quality, it is also suitable for children by virtue of its low theine content. Genmaicha is a green tea of ​​Japanese origin. The etymology of its name indicates a peculiar characteristic: Genmai means rice, cha means tea.  It is a … Read more

Yerba mate: side effects

Yerba mate ( Ilex paraguariensis ) is a tree that grows wild in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay, belonging to the Aquifoliaceae family. Its name derives from the Spanish word mate which means “hollow gourd” . In fact, historically, an infusion or tea of ​​yerba mate is prepared with the leaves of Yerba mate. Today the most common use of yerba mate is as a replacement … Read more

Theine for Herbal Naturopathy: properties, benefits, uses, side effects

Theine is a nervous system stimulant, a constituent of tea. It stimulates attention and concentration and also promotes weight loss and the elimination of liquids. Let’s find out better. What is theine used for Theine is a substance that we can find in tea. It is present in various plants, in which it then takes on different names: coffee … Read more

Green Tea for Herbal Naturopathy: properties, benefits, uses, side effects

Green tea has a strong antioxidant action useful for counteracting the action of free radicals, responsible for aging and diseases Green tea ( Camellia sinensis ) belongs to the Theaceae family. Well known for its antioxidant action, it is useful for counteracting cellular aging. Properties of green tea Green tea boasts numerous properties which can be summarized as follows: Antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; … Read more

Oolong tea for Herbal Naturopathy: properties, benefits, uses, side effects

Oolong tea originates from China and is appreciated all over the world for itssensory characteristics. This fine tea is rich in antioxidants and regular use of this drink can help the body stay young. Oolong tea is obtained by processing the leaves of Camelia sinensis. Considered one of the finest teas in the world, oolong tea originates from China, then … Read more