Source: The tuberous roots of Poria Cocos

Solubility: Soluble in water

Appearance: Off-white to white powder

Function:

In traditional medicine, poria mushroom filaments have been used for loss of memory (amnesia), anxiety, restlessness, fatigue, tension, nervousness, dizziness, urination problems, fluid retention, sleep problems (insomnia), an enlarged spleen, stomach problems, diarrhea, tumors, and to control coughing.

Poria filaments have been used in various herbal combination products for treating diarrhea, ongoing kidneyinflammation (chronic glomerulonephritis), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), and for decreasing upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract bleeding.

Poria mushroom contains chemicals that might improve kidney function, lower serum cholesterol, reduce inflammation, and suppress immune function. It might also have antitumor and anti-vomiting effects.

Application:

Poria cocos powder can be used in medicine and health products, health food, infant food, solid beverages, dairy products, convenience food, puffed food, spices, middle-aged food, baked goods, snack food, cold drink and so on.