60g Shiitake (Xiang Gu) Bag.

In China, it has been known since ancient times. References to it date back over 7000 years, during the Ming dynasty, when a renowned doctor described it as the “elixir of long life.”
It is called Dong Gu, meaning “winter mushroom,” or Xiang Gu, literally “fragrant mushroom.”
This mushroom is particularly aromatic, giving an extraordinary flavor when added to soups.
In the West, it is known by its Japanese name Shiitake. In Japanese, Shii refers to the tree it grows on (similar to oak), and Take means “mushroom growing on…”
In French, it is known as the “oak tree edible.”
It parasitizes wood and grows naturally between 2100 and 2400m altitude in China.
It is the second most cultivated mushroom in the world, with China as the leading producer.

Xiang Gu, also known as Shiitake, is a revered mushroom in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), appreciated for its many benefits to overall well-being. Including Xiang Gu in your daily routine can play a vital role in supporting your health.

Benefits and Uses
- Immune System Support: In TCM, Xiang Gu is primarily used to strengthen the immune system, helping fight infections and maintain general health.
- Antioxidant Properties: This mushroom is rich in antioxidants, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and slow down aging.
- Cardiovascular Support: Xiang Gu is beneficial for the heart and blood vessels, helping to reduce cholesterol and improve circulation.
- Digestive Support: It is also used to support digestion by promoting a healthy gut microbiome and enhancing nutrient absorption.

Usage Recommendations
- Culinary: Add Xiang Gu to your meals to enhance flavor and enjoy its medicinal properties. It is especially popular in soups, stir-fries, and stews.
- Decoctions: To maximize benefits, Xiang Gu is often used in decoctions with other herbs tailored to specific needs. This preparation ensures optimal extraction of active compounds.
- Topical Use: Xiang Gu can also be applied topically to promote healthy skin and soothe irritation.

Xiang Gu, or Shiitake, is a prized mushroom in TCM, known for supporting immunity, antioxidant effects, and cardiovascular and digestive health. Incorporate Xiang Gu into your lifestyle to naturally and effectively support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

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Category: Tonifies Qi

Pinyin: XIANG GU
Pharmaceutical: Lentinus Edodes.
Other names: Dong Gu, Xiang Gu, Shiitake (Japanese), oak tree edible

Properties:
Nature: Neutral.
Taste: Sweet.
Organ Affinity: Spleen, Stomach
Toxicity: Non-toxic.

Actions and Indications:
Tonifies and promotes Qi circulation.
Dissolves Phlegm.
Strengthens the Spleen.
Nourishes Blood.
Expels Wind
Promotes rash emergence in initial stage.
Eliminates toxicity

Contraindications:
Should be avoided in cases of chronic urticaria as it may trigger or worsen symptoms. In TCM, it is said to stir Wind.
Excessive intake should be avoided in cases of food stagnation.

Recommended Dosage:
15 to 30g in daily decoction.

Use:
Boil for 15 minutes.

Family: Herbs that tonify Qi

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Precautions for use:
Does not replace a varied and balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children, protected from heat and humidity.

To ensure traceability and excellence of our sourcing, we favor collection companies strategically located in the heart of traditional growing regions. Entire villages have specialized in plant cultivation, developing over centuries an invaluable know-how.

Free from: bacterial or fungal contamination, heavy metals, pesticide residues, sulfur compounds, and irradiation.