[0003] Antrodia camphorata, also known as "niu-chang chih", is a native fungus in Taiwan. Its spores grow on the inner cavity of the decayed cinnamomum Kanehirai Hey, at an altitude between 450 to 2,000 meters. The fruiting body has a bell-shape, plate-shape, or horseshoe shape appearance and the color varies from orange to brown. The phytochemical investigations showed that antrodia camphorata comprises of polysaccharides (30-50%), triterpenoids (30%), steroids, superoxide dismatase and amino acids.
[0004] Antrodia camphorata was first noticed by the indigenous people in Taiwan as a perfect remedy for alcoholic hangover and alcohol-related liver disease. The fruiting bodies of antrodia camphorata are believed to be effective against inflammation, liver diseases, and gastrointestinal upset in Taiwanese fold medicine.
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