Is white wood ear the same as silver ear?
Dec 21, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, "bai mu er" and "yin er" refer to the same ingredient. Tremella fuciformis (silver ear fungus) is rich in polysaccharides, proteins, cellulose, and various minerals. It also has multiple health benefits, including nourishing the yin and moistening the lungs, beautifying the skin and complexion, strengthening the spleen and stimulating the appetite, and invigorating the body while clearing the intestines. Moderate consumption of tremella not only enhances human immunity but also helps cancer patients improve their tolerance to radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
Generally speaking, white wood ear and silver ear refer to the same type of ingredient. The detailed explanation is as follows:
White wood ear and silver ear are both native specialties of China, referring to fungi of the Tremellaceae family and the genus Tremella, simply called by different names in different regions. Wild silver ear is mainly distributed in Sichuan, Zhejiang, Fujian, Jiangsu, and other areas. It resembles a flower in shape, has a white color, a soft texture, is rich in mucus, and has a smooth and tender texture, commonly used in cooking desserts and soups. Silver ear is rich in polysaccharides, proteins, cellulose, and various minerals. It also has multiple health benefits, such as nourishing the yin and moistening the lungs, beautifying the skin, invigorating the spleen and stimulating the appetite, and promoting qi circulation and cleansing the intestines. Consuming an appropriate amount of silver ear can not only enhance human immunity but also help cancer patients improve their tolerance to radiotherapy and chemotherapy.
It is recommended to soak silver ear according to your own appetite before consumption to avoid waste. Additionally, it should be thoroughly cleaned and fully soaked, and one should avoid eating undercooked or spoiled silver ear.
