Black Fungus Supports Heart, Gut, and Skin Health

From preventing anemia and treating constipation to managing cardiovascular issues, black fungus is a simple food with deep healing properties.
Black Fungus Supports Heart, Gut, and Skin Health
Black fungus supports vascular health and may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. wisely/Shutterstock
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Black fungus is widely regarded for its potential to support vascular health and may play a role in the prevention and management of certain cardiovascular conditions.

In addition to these recognized benefits, it may also aid in managing keloids—a stubborn and difficult-to-treat dermatological condition.

Health Benefits of Black Fungus

Black fungus, also known as wood ear mushroom or tree ear mushroom, is the fruiting body of a fungus belonging to the Auriculariaceae family. It is a saprophytic fungus that thrives in moist environments, growing naturally on the decaying wood of broadleaf trees.
Kuo-Pin Wu
Kuo-Pin Wu
Kuo-Pin Wu has practiced traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for nearly 20 years. Formerly a structural engineer with a master’s degree from a renowned university, he later earned a doctor of medicine degree in TCM. Leveraging his engineering background in logical analysis, he specializes in identifying patterns to diagnose and treat complex diseases. Wu is currently the director of XinYiTang Clinic in Taiwan.