Shiitake is a common ingredient in lots of dishes, but did you know it’s also used for medicinal purposes? In this article, we discuss the many possible ways shiitake mushroom benefits your health. We’ll then look at some of the different methods for harnessing its wellness-enhancing properties.

Reishi, cordyceps, lion’s mane, chaga… these exotic names belong to medicinal mushrooms which have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine.

Here at Erbology, we love trying new ingredients. But sometimes it can be a bit daunting if you’re not sure how to use them or what to put them in. With that in mind, today we’re talking all about Jerusalem artichoke (also called sunchoke). What do Jerusalem artichokes look like? How does Jerusalem artichoke taste? What is the vegetable good for? We’ll answer all those questions before addressing the key topic: how to eat Jerusalem artichoke. From fresh tubers to powder, you’ll be an expert on this wholesome and delicious ingredient by the end. And we’ve got three fabulous recipes for you to try using it in too!

With the stripes of a tiger, these delicious little nuggets are actually tubers, not nuts! Find out all about tiger nut benefits for your health.

From Alexander the Great to the twenty-first century, aloe vera has been widely recognised around the world to hold medicinal properties. It is is used extensively to treat not only damaged skin but also fevers and wounds.

You’ve probably heard that pumpkin seeds are good for you. But why exactly is that? In this article, we’re going into more detail on the benefits of pumpkin seeds for our health and wellness. We’ve also got some great recommendations for delicious and simple ways to add the ingredient to your diet. Whether tucking into whole seeds or baking with pumpkin seed powder, it’s a tasty and convenient choice for boosting wellbeing.

Fanning out in delicate wings, the Turkey Tail mushroom has a beautiful multi-toned cap which is more than worthy of its name. It’s also one of the best known medicinal mushrooms, alongside reishi, cordyceps and lion’s mane. Adherents of Traditional Chinese Medicine have been using it for over 2,000 years, and closely associate it with replenishing your Qi, or life essence. But what is the scientific evidence for turkey tail benefits?

Our series of features comparing different species of medicinal mushrooms continues with turkey tail vs reishi. We’ll talk about the shared benefits of these fab fungi, as well as the strengths that set them apart. We’ve also got some advice on how to add the one you choose to your diet.