Reishi, Chaga, Shiitake, Maitake, Cordyceps and Lion’s Mane are all examples of medicinal mushrooms. For thousands of years mushrooms have been recognized for their nutritional value and medicinal properties. About 2000 species of mushrooms are edible, yet only 200 types are collected for food and medicine. It is estimated that there are 140,000 types of mushrooms,  but only 10% of species are known and have been taxonomically classified. Mycology is an ongoing exploration. Some Potential Benefits of Mushrooms and Fungi: Immune modulating Prevent tumor growth Antioxidant Cardiovascular health Lower cholesterol Antiviral Antibacterial Antifungal Antiparasitic Detoxification Liver protection