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Mushroom Nutrition
What is Mushroom Nutrition?
Mushroom nutrition focuses on the use of medicinal and functional mushrooms to support overall health and wellbeing. Used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), mushrooms are recognised for their ability to restore balance, strengthen the immune system, and promote vitality. Modern research now supports these traditional uses, showing that mushrooms contain powerful compounds that can benefit the body in many ways.
What is it useful for?
Different mushrooms have unique properties, making them useful in a wide range of health concerns, including:
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Immune support – strengthening natural defences
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Energy & vitality – helping to combat fatigue and improve resilience
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Stress & mood balance – supporting emotional wellbeing and the nervous system
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Hormonal & reproductive health – assisting with cycles, fertility, and balance
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Healthy ageing – supporting brain health, heart function, and overall vitality
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Pain & inflammation – offering natural anti-inflammatory effects
In the context of TCM, mushrooms are often used to support Qi (energy) and nourish the body at a deep level.
Kirsty’s Training & Approach
Kirsty has completed specialist training in Mushroom Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine, giving her the knowledge to combine traditional wisdom with modern evidence. This enables her to offer tailored guidance on how mushrooms can complement an acupuncture treatment plan or be used as a standalone approach to wellbeing.
Mushroom Supplements
At her clinic, Kirsty offers a carefully selected range of high-quality mushroom supplements. Each product is chosen for its purity and effectiveness, making it simple for clients to incorporate the health benefits of mushrooms into daily life.
Clients interested in learning more about mushroom nutrition or purchasing supplements are welcome to contact Kirsty directly.
Ganoderma Lucidum (Reishi) – from £26.50
Known as the “Mushroom of Immortality,” Reishi has been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to promote longevity, calm the spirit, and strengthen the body. Modern research highlights its ability to support immune function, reduce stress, improve sleep, and protect heart health. Reishi is often chosen for those seeking deep balance and resilience.
Known as the “Mushroom of Immortality,” Reishi has been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to promote longevity, calm the spirit, and strengthen the body. Modern research highlights its ability to support immune function, reduce stress, improve sleep, and protect heart health. Reishi is often chosen for those seeking deep balance and resilience.
Cordyceps Sinensis – from £30.00
Cordyceps is traditionally prized for boosting energy and vitality, often used in TCM to support lung health and stamina. Today, it is valued for enhancing endurance, improving recovery, and supporting healthy libido and fertility. Cordyceps is a popular choice for those feeling fatigued or looking to optimise performance.
Cordyceps is traditionally prized for boosting energy and vitality, often used in TCM to support lung health and stamina. Today, it is valued for enhancing endurance, improving recovery, and supporting healthy libido and fertility. Cordyceps is a popular choice for those feeling fatigued or looking to optimise performance.
Maitake – from £26.50
Maitake, sometimes called the “Dancing Mushroom,” is celebrated in TCM for its immune-strengthening properties and ability to promote balance. Modern studies suggest Maitake may help regulate blood sugar, support weight management, and encourage overall vitality. It is often recommended for maintaining wellness and resilience.
Maitake, sometimes called the “Dancing Mushroom,” is celebrated in TCM for its immune-strengthening properties and ability to promote balance. Modern studies suggest Maitake may help regulate blood sugar, support weight management, and encourage overall vitality. It is often recommended for maintaining wellness and resilience.
Auricularia Auricula – from £26.50
Also known as Wood Ear Mushroom, Auricularia is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to nourish the blood and support circulation. It is rich in natural compounds that may benefit cardiovascular health, reduce cholesterol, and improve overall circulation. Auricularia is often chosen for its role in supporting heart and vascular wellbeing.
Also known as Wood Ear Mushroom, Auricularia is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to nourish the blood and support circulation. It is rich in natural compounds that may benefit cardiovascular health, reduce cholesterol, and improve overall circulation. Auricularia is often chosen for its role in supporting heart and vascular wellbeing.
Hericium Erinaceus (Lion’s Mane) – from £26.50
Lion’s Mane, often referred to as the “Brain Mushroom,” is highly regarded for supporting cognitive health. Research suggests it may aid memory, focus, and nerve regeneration while also supporting digestive and immune health. Lion’s Mane is often chosen for individuals seeking sharper mental clarity and nervous system support.
Lion’s Mane, often referred to as the “Brain Mushroom,” is highly regarded for supporting cognitive health. Research suggests it may aid memory, focus, and nerve regeneration while also supporting digestive and immune health. Lion’s Mane is often chosen for individuals seeking sharper mental clarity and nervous system support.
Agaricus Blazei – from £26.50
Agaricus Blazei, sometimes called the “Sun Mushroom,” is known for its immune-enhancing properties. It has been widely researched for its potential role in supporting immune function, promoting healthy blood sugar balance, and encouraging vitality. In TCM, it is considered a strengthening and protective mushroom.
Agaricus Blazei, sometimes called the “Sun Mushroom,” is known for its immune-enhancing properties. It has been widely researched for its potential role in supporting immune function, promoting healthy blood sugar balance, and encouraging vitality. In TCM, it is considered a strengthening and protective mushroom.
Pleurotus Ostreatus (Oyster Mushroom) – from £26.50
Oyster Mushroom is rich in nutrients and has long been recognised for supporting cardiovascular and metabolic health. Modern research suggests it may help lower cholesterol, support immune function, and provide antioxidant protection. In TCM, it is used to strengthen the body and promote overall wellbeing.
Oyster Mushroom is rich in nutrients and has long been recognised for supporting cardiovascular and metabolic health. Modern research suggests it may help lower cholesterol, support immune function, and provide antioxidant protection. In TCM, it is used to strengthen the body and promote overall wellbeing.
Poria Cocos – from £26.50
Poria Cocos is a treasured fungus in TCM, traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen, drain dampness, and calm the mind. It is often recommended for digestive health, fluid balance, and emotional wellbeing. Poria Cocos is valued for its gentle yet effective ability to restore balance and harmony in the body.
Poria Cocos is a treasured fungus in TCM, traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen, drain dampness, and calm the mind. It is often recommended for digestive health, fluid balance, and emotional wellbeing. Poria Cocos is valued for its gentle yet effective ability to restore balance and harmony in the body.
Polyporus Umbellatus – from £26.50
Polyporus is another important medicinal mushroom in TCM, traditionally used to support urinary health and fluid metabolism. It is thought to help clear dampness, reduce swelling, and promote healthy kidney and bladder function. Polyporus is often recommended where water retention or urinary imbalances are a concern.
Polyporus is another important medicinal mushroom in TCM, traditionally used to support urinary health and fluid metabolism. It is thought to help clear dampness, reduce swelling, and promote healthy kidney and bladder function. Polyporus is often recommended where water retention or urinary imbalances are a concern.