Tension, anxiety, and stress have become the new diseases of the Western world, and it's easy to see why. The pressure of modern times, the hidden competition in the air, the high cost of living, personal crises, and a host of other factors lead to the appearance of anxiety. Today, conventional medicine offers anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications, but they come with serious side effects, and some people prefer not to use them.

Natural medicine, on the other hand, offers good and completely natural alternatives, one of which is medicinal mushrooms, which have been known for their properties for thousands of years in Chinese medicine.

According to data, about 5-10% of the population suffers from anxiety, from adults to children and teenagers. For some, the anxiety will be temporary, that is, due to a certain crisis, and for some it will be permanent and even genetic. Anxiety is actually an "emergency" reaction of the body in a situation of danger and can cause a variety of phenomena such as rapid heartbeat, dizziness, crying, sweating, tremors, dry mouth, difficulty swallowing, and more.

Anxiety treatment – Medicinal mushrooms in the context of anxiety

There are many different species of Medicinal mushrooms, some of which have powerful effects on physical and mental health. In recent years, there have been many studies indicating the effectiveness of certain mushrooms in treating anxiety.

Because medicinal mushrooms contain adaptogens, they are used to treat depression and anxiety, also thanks to their high antioxidant properties. Many studies have shown that reduced levels of antioxidants in the body cause anxiety, so consuming medicinal mushrooms helps replenish the loss of these compounds, which inhibit oxidation in the body.

As a result of the antioxidant supplementation, mushrooms help improve mood and protect the body in cases of depression. Let us recall that medicinal mushrooms are completely safe and natural compared to antidepressants, as they are free of potentially dangerous side effects.

Currently, there are three types of medicinal mushrooms known to help treat anxiety:

Reishi mushroom

Mushroom Reishi It is one of the most well-known medicinal mushrooms in the world, and has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. Many studies have found it to have a variety of miraculous medicinal properties, such as antioxidants that strengthen the body, beta-glucan content that prevents the growth of cancer cells and even inhibits their spread in the body, ingredients that strengthen the immune system and improve sleep quality, anxiety-reducing properties, and more.

Studies have shown that reishi mushrooms help reduce anxiety by regulating levels of neurotransmitters in the brain, including serotonin and dopamine . These neurotransmitters are responsible for regulating our mood, and imbalances in their levels can lead to anxiety and other mood disorders. Reishi mushrooms also contain polypeptides, which have anticholinergic and peripheral depressant effects that help relieve symptoms associated with depression, OCD, and other disorders.

Lion's Mane Mushroom

Mushroom Hirisium Also called lion's mane due to its mane-like appearance reminiscent of a lion's mane. It is an edible mushroom considered one of the rarest in the world and has amazing medicinal properties and anxiety-reducing properties. The mushroom has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of health conditions such as digestive problems and cognitive decline, treating dementia, strengthening the immune system and improving the reduction of symptoms of depression and anxiety .

Recent studies have found that lion's mane mushroom helps reduce anxiety and improve cognitive function in people with anxiety disorders. Another study found that consuming an extract of the mushroom for four weeks led to a significant reduction in anxiety and depression in adults with mild cognitive impairment.

Cordyceps mushroom

Mushroom Cordyceps It is a type of medicinal mushroom that grows in mountainous areas on insect larvae. In traditional Chinese medicine, it has been used for centuries to treat fatigue, kidney-related diseases, increase low libido, respiratory problems, and it also helps reduce anxiety.

Many studies have shown that Cordyceps reduces anxiety by regulating levels of stress hormones in the body, including cortisol. Cortisol is a hormone released in response to chronic stress and tension that can lead to anxiety and other mood disorders.

In conclusion, today treating anxiety can be a natural treatment and not necessarily involve chemical drugs. Medicinal mushrooms are an excellent solution for people suffering from anxiety. Mycospring Engaged in the cultivation and development of products made from medicinal mushrooms using exclusive methods. We are here for any questions or additional information you may need, contact us .

**The above is general information and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice. In any case of anxiety, appropriate medical advice should be sought.