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Why Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) matters in the West 🌿TCM offers a different perspective on health — focusing on p...
24/03/2026

Why Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) matters in the West 🌿

TCM offers a different perspective on health — focusing on prevention, balance, and the connection between body & mind.

✨ Key benefits:
• Prevents illness instead of just treating it
• Takes a holistic approach (body + mind)
• Supports modern treatments (e.g. acupuncture)
• Inspires new medical discoveries

⚖️ Not everything is scientifically proven — but when combined with modern medicine, it can create a more complete approach to health.

Why is there so much resistance to medicinal mushrooms? 🍄It’s not just skepticism — it’s a mix of science, stigma, and h...
21/03/2026

Why is there so much resistance to medicinal mushrooms? 🍄

It’s not just skepticism — it’s a mix of science, stigma, and hype:

🔬 Limited clinical proof
Many benefits are based on small studies or traditional use, not large-scale human trials.

🧠 Confusion with psychedelics
People still associate mushrooms with “magic mushrooms,” even though most medicinal ones aren’t psychoactive.

⚖️ Strict regulations
In many countries, they’re sold as supplements — meaning claims are limited and quality can vary.

📢 Overhyped marketing
“Miracle cure” claims from wellness brands often go beyond the actual evidence.

🌏 East vs. West mindset
Used for centuries in traditional medicine, but Western healthcare demands hard proof.

👉 Bottom line: medicinal mushrooms are promising, but we’re still in the space between ancient wisdom and modern evidence.

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🍄✨ Medicinal mushrooms: hype or real power?More and more people are discovering medicinal mushrooms — and for good reaso...
20/03/2026

🍄✨ Medicinal mushrooms: hype or real power?

More and more people are discovering medicinal mushrooms — and for good reason 👇

🌿 Reishi
→ Supports relaxation, stress reduction & immune health

🧠 Lion’s Mane
→ Boosts focus, memory & brain function

⚡ Cordyceps
→ Enhances energy and endurance

🛡️ Chaga
→ Packed with antioxidants for immune support

💡 What do they do in your body?
They contain compounds like beta-glucans and antioxidants that help support your immune system, reduce inflammation, and protect your body from stress.

⚠️ Keep in mind:
They’re not magic cures. Think of them as a supplement to a healthy lifestyle — not a replacement for proper nutrition or medical care.

👉 Do you use medicinal mushrooms? Let me know in the comments!

Op dit moment worden al onze terracottaproducten en voedingssupplementen zorgvuldig gecontroleerd door onze apotheker.Di...
17/03/2026

Op dit moment worden al onze terracottaproducten en voedingssupplementen zorgvuldig gecontroleerd door onze apotheker.

Dit doen wij in het kader van ons voedselveiligheidsplan, zodat we de kwaliteit, veiligheid en betrouwbaarheid van onze producten kunnen blijven garanderen.

Uw gezondheid en vertrouwen staan bij ons altijd voorop 🤎

🍄 Paddenstoelen voor sportprestaties? De wetenschap kijkt mee.Steeds meer onderzoek richt zich op medicinale paddenstoel...
16/03/2026

🍄 Paddenstoelen voor sportprestaties? De wetenschap kijkt mee.

Steeds meer onderzoek richt zich op medicinale paddenstoelen die mogelijk energie, focus en herstel kunnen ondersteunen bij sport.

⚡ Cordyceps

Studies suggereren dat Cordyceps de ATP-productie (cellulaire energie) en het zuurstofgebruik kan ondersteunen, wat mogelijk helpt bij uithoudingsvermogen en vermoeidheid tijdens training.

🧠 Lion’s Mane

Bevat verbindingen die nerve growth factor (NGF) stimuleren. Dit kan bijdragen aan focus, cognitieve prestaties en mentale helderheid tijdens intensieve activiteiten

🛡 Reishi

Bekend om zijn adaptogene en ontstekingsremmende eigenschappen. Wordt onderzocht voor herstel, stressregulatie en immuunondersteuning bij intensieve training.

🌿 Chaga

Rijk aan antioxidanten die oxidatieve stress door zware inspanning kunnen helpen verminderen.

🔬 Hoewel de resultaten veelbelovend zijn, benadrukken onderzoekers dat meer klinische studies nodig zijn om de effecten op sportprestaties volledig te bevestigen.

De natuur blijft een fascinerende bron van potentiële ondersteuning voor gezondheid en prestaties.
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🍄 Schizophyllum commune – een kleine paddenstoel met grote wetenschappelijke interesseSchizophyllum commune, ook wel de ...
14/03/2026

🍄 Schizophyllum commune – een kleine paddenstoel met grote wetenschappelijke interesse

Schizophyllum commune, ook wel de split-gill mushroom, is een van de meest voorkomende paddenstoelen ter wereld. Ondanks zijn bescheiden uiterlijk bevat hij een bijzonder bioactief molecuul: schizophyllan, een β-glucan polysaccharide.

Wetenschappelijke studies tonen aan dat schizophyllan het immuunsysteem kan moduleren door immuuncellen zoals macrofagen en natural killer cells te activeren. In Japan is deze verbinding zelfs onderzocht en gebruikt als adjuvante therapie bij bepaalde kankers, in combinatie met conventionele behandelingen.

Daarnaast wordt Schizophyllum commune onderzocht voor:

• Immunomodulerende eigenschappen
• Antitumor effecten in experimentele modellen
• Biotechnologische toepassingen, zoals drug delivery systemen

Hoewel de onderzoeksresultaten veelbelovend zijn, benadrukken wetenschappers dat meer klinische studies nodig zijn om de volledige therapeutische potentie te begrijpen.

Een fascinerend voorbeeld van hoe een alledaagse paddenstoel een bron kan zijn van complexe bioactieve stoffen.

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Medicinal mushrooms are gaining attention in modern research for their potential health benefits. 🍄  Studies indexed in ...
14/03/2026

Medicinal mushrooms are gaining attention in modern research for their potential health benefits. 🍄

Studies indexed in PubMed suggest that compounds found in mushrooms such as Reishi, Lion’s Mane, and other functional fungi may support immune function, cognitive health, and overall well-being.

• Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) contains β-glucans and triterpenoids that may help regulate immune responses and reduce inflammation in experimental and clinical studies.

• Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) contains hericenones and erinacines that stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF), a protein involved in neuronal growth and maintenance. Some human trials have reported improvements in cognitive function in individuals with mild cognitive impairment.

• Many medicinal mushrooms contain β-glucans, bioactive polysaccharides shown to interact with immune receptors and activate natural defense mechanisms.

Although current evidence is promising, researchers emphasize that more large-scale clinical trials are needed to fully understand their long-term therapeutic potential.

Science continues to explore how these ancient fungi may contribute to modern health.

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🍄 Het principe van medicinale paddenstoelenMedicinale paddenstoelen bevatten bioactieve stoffen die het lichaam onderste...
07/03/2026

🍄 Het principe van medicinale paddenstoelen

Medicinale paddenstoelen bevatten bioactieve stoffen die het lichaam ondersteunen en helpen balans te houden.

🔬 Belangrijke stoffen:
• Beta-glucanen – ondersteunen het immuunsysteem
• Antioxidanten – beschermen cellen
• Triterpenen – kunnen ontstekingen helpen reguleren

⚖️ Veel medicinale paddenstoelen werken adaptogeen: ze helpen het lichaam beter omgaan met stress en ondersteunen het natuurlijke evenwicht.

🍄 Bekende soorten:
• Reishi – ontspanning & immuunbalans
• Lion’s Mane – hersenen & focus
• Cordyceps – energie & uithoudingsvermogen
• Chaga – krachtige antioxidanten

✨ Samengevat:
Medicinale paddenstoelen boosten niet alleen, maar helpen het lichaam balanceren en ondersteunen.

Another review found on the internetsite of the National Library of Medicine with the following title; “Exploring the An...
02/03/2026

Another review found on the internetsite of the National Library of Medicine with the following title; “Exploring the Anticancer Potential of Coriolus versicolor in Breast Cancer: A Review (2025)!! See the abstract of this review below:
Breast cancer remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among women globally, with increasing incidence projected in the coming years. Despite advances in standard oncologic therapies, there is a growing interest in supportive interventions that enhance treatment efficacy and reduce adverse effects. This review critically evaluates preclinical and clinical data on the medicinal mushroom Coriolus versicolor and its bioactive compounds—primarily polysaccharide-K, polysaccharopeptide, and laccase—as potential adjuvants in breast cancer therapy. A systematic PubMed search identified 11 original studies from 2010 to 2025 examining the impact of C. versicolor on breast cancer cell lines, animal models, and human subjects. Findings consistently demonstrate antiproliferative, pro-apoptotic, necroptotic, anti-invasive, and immunomodulatory effects across various breast cancer subtypes, including triple-negative breast cancer. One phase I clinical trial also reported good tolerability and immunological benefits in patients post-chemotherapy. The review highlights molecular mechanisms involving apoptosis, necroptosis, and modulation of the tumor microenvironment. While promising, these results underscore the need for standardized preparations, pharmacokinetic data, and larger placebo-controlled trials. Overall, C. versicolor shows potential as a safe, natural adjunct to conventional therapy, offering prospects for integrative strategies in breast cancer management. (Source: PMCID: PMC12564590 PMID: 41150756).

The effect of the Tiger Milk mushroom (Lignosus rhinocerus).Again an interesting document on thet Internet (National Lib...
27/02/2026

The effect of the Tiger Milk mushroom (Lignosus rhinocerus).
Again an interesting document on thet Internet (National Library of Medcine), interesting to read. We publish only the abstract:
Tiger milk mushroom (TMM; Lignosus rhinocerus) have been used for a long time by indigenous communities in South East Asia regions as traditional medicine for different ailments, including respiratory disorders. The beneficial effects of TMM have been proven through in vivo and in vitro models, but these effects have yet to be validated in a clinical study. In this study, the beneficial effects of TMM supplementation were investigated in 50 voluntary participants. Participants were required to take 300 mg of TMM twice daily for three months. Level of interleukin 1β (IL-1β), interleukin 8 (IL-8), immunoglobulin A (IgA), total antioxidant capacity, malondialdehyde (MDA), 3-nitrotyrosine (3-NT), 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), pulmonary function and respiratory symptoms were assessed during baseline and monthly follow-up visits. Results demonstrated that supplementation of TMM significantly (p 

Pure luxury on your plate ✨🍽The European white truffle – Tuber magnatum – is a rare delicacy from Italy, especially the ...
26/02/2026

Pure luxury on your plate ✨🍽

The European white truffle – Tuber magnatum – is a rare delicacy from Italy, especially the region of Piedmont 🇮🇹

With its intense, earthy aroma, it elevates any dish to fine dining level. Just a few delicate shavings over pasta or risotto… and you taste pure exclusivity 🤍

✨ Not only exceptional in flavor, but also:
• Rich in antioxidants
• Contains minerals like iron, zinc & magnesium
• Low in calories, high in flavor
• Supports a balanced lifestyle

Seasonal, rare, and irresistible.

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🍄 The Power of Mushrooms (compliant with legislation)Mushrooms are nutritious and versatile. They naturally contain fibe...
24/02/2026

🍄 The Power of Mushrooms (compliant with legislation)

Mushrooms are nutritious and versatile. They naturally contain fiber, B vitamins, and antioxidants, and can be part of a varied, balanced diet.

🌿 Ganoderma lucidum
🧠 Hericium erinaceus
⚡ Cordyceps sinensis

These mushrooms have been traditionally used in various cultures. In Europe, health claims are only permitted if they are approved in accordance with applicable legislation (such as EFSA guidelines).

Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

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Terracotta TCM has the very best Quality Mushroom Extracts available on the European Market. We at Terracotta TCM are promoting Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal food supplements. Those supplements are commonly used in the Chinese Healthcare

That is why we promote TCM with our vegetarian and herbal food supplements, we believe in a truly holistic form of healthcare, which combines the great advances of western medicine, with the amazing curative powers of nature, the best of which is represented in Traditional Chinese Medicine. We believe in TCM and our products 100% because we have seen and experience their benefits, and because we believe good health shouldn’t be a privilege of a few but a right for all.