{
  "type": "article",
  "title": "Scientists Say This Fungus Could Fight Cancer And Alzheimer's, But Know Its 3 Types First",
  "summary": "A scientist at Pusa Agricultural University in Samastipur says mushrooms come in three distinct types, and medicinal ones like shiitake and king oyster have shown benefits against cancer, Alzheimer's and tumours.",
  "content": "Mushrooms in Bihar may soon do a lot more than season a curry, they could also become part of medicine cabinets. Dr. Daya Ram Singh, a scientist with the mushroom department at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, in Samastipur, has explained the different varieties of mushrooms and how each one should be used.\n\nAlready common practice in Japan and France\nAccording to Dr. Singh, countries like Japan and France have long used mushroom-based medicines. In India, some companies have already begun working in this direction. Bihar's climate is also considered suitable for mushroom farming. One major advantage is that mushrooms can be dried and stored safely for a long period, which makes their use far more convenient.\n\nThree types of mushrooms and why telling them apart matters\nDr. Daya Ram Singh said mushrooms broadly fall into three categories. The first is the ordinary edible mushroom that people use every day in vegetables and other food items. The second type is not fit for consumption and can sometimes even prove harmful to health. The third category is the medicinal mushroom, which is considered extremely beneficial for health. Scientists stress that correctly identifying these three types and understanding how to use them is essential, since eating the wrong kind of mushroom can cause harm.\n\nShiitake and king oyster mushrooms show real benefits\nDr. Daya Ram Singh said medicinal mushrooms such as shiitake and king oyster are considered beneficial in several serious illnesses. Consuming them strengthens the body's immunity, helping it fight disease more effectively. Scientists have also found these mushrooms beneficial in conditions like cancer, Alzheimer's and tumours.\n\nWhat this means for you\n• Across India: If work on medicinal mushrooms progresses, it could open up a cheaper, natural option for treating serious illnesses, but not knowing the difference between edible, inedible and medicinal mushrooms can also cause real harm.\n• In Bihar: Since the local climate is described as favourable for mushroom farming, medicinal mushroom cultivation could become a new source of income for farmers and small entrepreneurs there.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. Who shared this information?\nDr. Daya Ram Singh, a scientist with the mushroom department at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, in Samastipur, shared this information.\n\n2. How many types of mushrooms are there?\nAccording to scientists, mushrooms are mainly of three types, ordinary edible mushrooms, non-edible mushrooms, and medicinal mushrooms.\n\n3. Which mushrooms are known for medicinal properties?\nMushrooms like shiitake and king oyster are known for their medicinal properties.\n\n4. Which illnesses have medicinal mushrooms been found beneficial for?\nThey have been found beneficial in illnesses like cancer, Alzheimer's and tumours.\n\n5. Which countries already use mushroom-based medicines?\nCountries like Japan and France have long been using mushroom-based medicines.\n\n6. Why is Bihar considered suitable for mushroom farming?\nBihar's climate is described as favourable for mushroom cultivation, and the mushrooms can also be dried and preserved safely for a long time.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/health/kainsara-aura-aljaimara-men-bhi-karagara-pusa-ke-vaijnanikon-ne-khole-masharuma-ki-3-kismon-ke-raza-5265",
  "category": "Health",
  "publishedAt": "2026-07-06",
  "tags": [
    "mushroom",
    "medicinal mushroom",
    "Pusa Agricultural University",
    "Bihar",
    "Shiitake",
    "King Oyster",
    "cancer",
    "Alzheimer's"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}