Sempera organics, a vertically-integrated company which cultivates mushrooms for dietary supplement and functional food ingredients, has significantly expanded its line of products with the addition of six new mushroom species which can be sued for dietary supplements and functional foods/beverages.
 
The six new mushrooms are Black Hoof, Tiger Milk, Poria, Enoki, Wood Ear, and Split Gill. These new additions will help Sempera Organics become a fungi partner with more than just the basics, the company said.
 
“As consumers begin to view mushrooms as a holistic part of health and sustenance, they are attracted to what’s fresh and new,” said Nirmal Nair, CEO. “These six new mushrooms we provide are sustainably cultivated in our indoor organic farm, and can help brands create and fulfill their own wellness product niches.”
 
Black Hoof (Phellinus linteus) is a mushroom which has been used traditionally in Japan, Korea, and China for centuries, mostly in the form of a hot tea. Black Hoof contains a polysaccharide which has been linked to potential blood sugar management benefits in animal studies. This mushroom is also rich in beta-glucans, which are associated with inflammatory-modulating benefits.
 
Tiger Milk (Lignosus rhinocerus) is often consumed to support general health. A review of in vivo and in vitro studies, as well as a clinical study published in 2021, provide evidence that this mushroom may support respiratory health, immune function, and antioxidant status.
 
Poria (Wolfiporia cocos) has history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and has mostly been the subject of animal or laboratory studies, which are interested in the bioactive properties of its polysaccharide content. This mushroom species is especially compatible for  chocolates, coffees, and teas.
 
Enoki (Flammulina filiformis) is a popular mushroom in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean cuisines. Due to their high fiber and low fat content, and backing by some animal studies, these mushrooms have the potential to support healthy blood sugar and cholesterol.
 
Wood Ear (Auricularia auricula) is frequently used in Chinese cooking. Its bioactive component, diazane, has been the subject of preclinical studies examining a potential for immune-modulating and antioxidant activities.
 
Split Gill (Schizophyllum commune) is a fungus often added to soups, shakes, and prepared meals. It has been shown to exert antioxidant activity in preclinical studies.