Poria cocos, also known as the Poria mushroom, is a fungus that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine. It has many potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-tumor properties.
Potential health benefits
Anti-inflammatory: Poria cocos has anti-inflammatory properties.
Antioxidant: Poria cocos has antioxidant properties.
Anti-tumor: Poria cocos has anti-tumor properties.
Immune-modulatory: Poria cocos can modulate the immune system.
Antiviral: Poria cocos has antiviral properties.
Sleep improvement: Poria cocos may improve sleep quality.
Spleen-invigorating: Poria cocos may strengthen the spleen.
Kidney function: Poria cocos may improve kidney function.
Traditional uses
Poria cocos has been used to treat spleen deficiency, which can cause intestinal disorders like diarrhea, indigestion, and weight loss.
Poria cocos has been used to treat memory, anxiety, and fatigue.