Ganoderma, a Chinese Mushroom, can lower blood sugar, cholesterol, hypertension, and act as a blood thinner; however there are 2 case reports on it where one died from severe liver toxicity and one guy with lymphoma on chemo got chronic diarrhea ...
Ganoderma Lucidum is a species of the class Basidiomycetes, which belongs to the family Polyporaceae/Ganodermataceae of the order Aphyllophorales. Ganoderma Lucidum is commonly known as wood-decaying fungus; it causes white rot of a wide variety of trees and can thus be described as a phytopathogenic fungus. It has been an economically important species, particularly in the Far East countries (China, Japan, Korea, etc.), for over 4000 years ...
he popular mushroom Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi/Lingzhi) has been widely used for the general benefits of health and longevity in Asian countries.
Research had proved that, the main active ingredients found in Ganoderma Lucidum are Ganoderic acid, polysaccharides (Beta – D – glucan polysaccharides) together with other active compounds such as sterol (ergosterol), fungal lysozyme, alkaloids, proteins, riboflavin, ascorbic acid and lipids. Those active ingredient posses their own medicinal properties that gives value to Ganoderma Lucidum ...
Reishi mushrooms have been traditionally recommended by Chinese and Japanese herbalists for insomnia due to their "sleep-promoting factor". Long-term use causes a significant promotion of slow wave sleep. Reishi mushrooms are prescribed in China for a number of psychiatric and neurological afflictions, including diseases involving the muscles, anorexia, and debility following lengthy illnesses.
In Japan, the dried "mycelium" of Reishi the root-like body that produces mushrooms has been found to be highly effective in the treatment of neuroses caused by "environmental stress". In addition, in an eight-month study of Alzheimer's disease, patients taking a Reishi mycelium product demonstrated significant improvement.
In China, Reishi is used for its muscle relaxing and analgesic (pain-inhibiting) effects. In one study, Reishi alleviated anxiety in 18 of 20 patients after four months' use. It was concluded that the mushroom has an essentially "calmative function", but is neither a narcotic nor a hypnotic ...
Ganoderma lucidum: A Potent Pharmacological Macrofungus
Ganoderma lucidum (Ling Zhi) is a basidiomycete white rot macrofungus which has been used extensively as "the mushroom of immortality" in China, Japan, Korea and other Asian countries for 2000 years. A great deal of work has been carried out on therapeutic potential of Ganoderma lucidum. The basidiocarp, mycelia and spores of Ganoderma lu- cidum contain approximately 400 different bioactive compounds, which mainly include triterpenoids, polysaccharides, nucleotides, sterols, steroids, fatty acids, proteins/peptides and trace elements which has been reported to have a number of pharmacological effects including immunomodulation, anti-atherosclerotic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, chemo- preventive, antitumor, chemo and radio protective, sleep promoting, antibacterial, antiviral (including anti-HIV), hypolip- idemic, anti-fibrotic, hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic, anti-androgenic, anti-angiogenic, anti-herpetic, antioxidative and radical-scavenging, anti-aging, hypoglycemic, estrogenic activity and anti-ulcer properties. Ganoderma lucidum has now become recognized as an alternative adjuvant in the treatment of leukemia, carcinoma, hepatitis and diabetes. The macro- fungus is very rare in nature rather not sufficient for commercial exploitation for vital therapeutic emergencies, therefore, the cultivation on solid substrates, stationary liquid medium or by submerged cultivation has become an essential aspect to meet the driving force towards the increasing demands in the international market. Present review focuses on the pharma- cological aspects, cultivation methods and bioactive metabolites playing a significant role in various therapeutic applica- tions ...
Intrastrain internal transcribed spacer heterogeneity in Ganoderma species
Intrastrain internal transcribed spacer (ITS) heterogeneity is first reported from Ganoderma, a fungal genus within Basidiomycetes. ITS amplification products from 4 strains, representing 4 Ganoderma species, were cloned and sequenced. Two to five different ITS types were found within a single strain. The clone sequences were analyzed along with other sequences from Ganoderma retrieved from GenBank. The results show that sequence variation within strains varies considerably with species and the heterogeneity may occur in the 3 parts (ITS1, ITS2, and 5.8S) of the ITS region.
Pharmalogical research shows that Ganoderma Lucidum herb has a calming and sedative effect on nervous system. It is particularly effective in the treatment of neuralgia and insomnia. In addition, this herb for nerves can also help you to improve sleep and appetite enhances vital energy improves memory and regain vitality All these with no side effects at all. As recorded in Sheng Nong Herbal Classic "Ganoderma Lucidum can calm ones mind, enhance wisdom and has no side effects. It is moderate and non toxic" Ganoderma Lucidum for Immune System Researches showed that Ganoderma Lucidum herb is high in Organic Germanium, Triterpenes and Polysaccharides ...
Status of Ganoderma Lucidum in United States: Ganoderma Lucidum as an Anti-inflammatory Agent
The status of herbs has recently changed in the United States with the passage of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA). This law created a new category called Dietary Supplements which includes herbs. The act declares these substances are not food additives nor are they drugs. It allows manufactures to publish more complete directions for use than previously allowed
including warnings, contraindications, and side effects. The act also allows manufacturers to publish limited information regarding the benefits in the form of Statements of Nutritional Support as well as Structure and Function Claims ...
In clinical studies Chang (1994) at Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center reported that applications of Ganoderma should be studied and considered for (1) chemoprophylaxis of cancer in individuals at high risk for developing cancer (2) adjuvent use in the prevention of metastasis or recurrence of cancer (3) palliation of cancer related cachexia and pain and (4) adjunctive use with concurrent chemotherapy to reduce side-effects, maintain leukocyte counts and allow a more optimal dosing of chemo or radio therapeutics. In a very interesting report Chang (1993) addressed the question of proper dose of Ganoderma for therapy. Since studies of human dosage were traditional and empiric a dose range was calculated using this data and pharmacokinetic principals. The calculations suggested that a (1) Ganoderma dried fruit body dose of 0.5 to 1 g per day for health maintenance (2) 2 to 5 g per day if there is chronic fatigue, stress, auto immune, or other chronic health problems (3) 5 to 10 g per day for serious illness ...
Ganoderma and old age: The ancient Chinese text Shen Nong Ben Jing volume 1 from about the year 500 states that Ganoderma lucidum is useful for enhancing vital energy, increasing thinking faculty and preventing forgetfulness...
Antiinflammatory: In research in mice Stavinovah et al. (1991, 1996) found Ganoderma lucidum to be potent antiinflammatory agent...
Inflammation and Alzheimers disease: A number of indicators of active inflammation have been found in the Alzheimers diseased brain ...
Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs in Alzheimers disease: Researchers in the United States and Canada have found that ingestion of non steroidal antiinflammatory drugs can slow the progress of the disease (McGeer and Rogers 1992) ...
MGRC and FELDA Create Breakthrough on Ganoderma Basal Stem-Rot Fungal Disease
Scientists and research groups can now obtain vital information on the Ganoderma Basal Stem-Rot (BSR) fungal disease following the success of Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Berhad (MGRC) in completing the sequencing and assembly of the Ganoderma boninense fungus genome.
The latest breakthrough by MGRC was made possible through a joint-effort with Felda Agricultural Services Sdn Bhd (FAS). The sequence data from the Ganoderma genome will be made available to the public at MGRC's website, http://www.mgrc.com.my, making it the first company in the world, together with Felda, to offer this information for free to the global scientific community. The cost of sequencing and assembly for the Ganoderma genome was borne by MGRC as part of its corporate responsibility activities
Ganoderma lucidum exerts anti-tumor effects on ovarian cancer cells and enhances their sensitivity to cisplatin
Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) has also generated positive immune research results, such as modulating T-cell activation by acting directly on monocytes; promoting splenic B cell activation and antibody secretion; and stimulating TNF-alpha and IL-6 production and IFN-gamma release.9,10,11,12 In 2010, Taiwan scientists published results showing reishi proteins can activate macrophages and T cells, while polysaccharides from the mushroom activate macrophages.
Effect of Ganoderma lucidum on prevention and treatment of diabetes and its complications
... Hypoglycemic effect of Ganoderma lucidum in addition to its protective effect on islet b-cells and increased insulin, it can also inhibit norepinephrine-induced hyperglycemia, Ling also antagonistic hyperglycemia caused by immunological mechanisms, this shows that the possible mechanisms of Ganoderma lucidum regulates blood sugar ... hzh{display:none;} Main benefits of Ganoderma lucidum on diabetic hypoglycemic or improvement of symptoms is not a simple, and it might be to prevent or delay the occurrence of cardiovascular complications of diabetes, have a protective effect on diabetic cardiovascular system. Pathogenesis of diabetic patients from Hat started, appears to cardiovascular complications, such as retinal vascular lesions, renal vascular lesions of diabetes or peripheral vascular lesions of the loop, is about 8-10 years, some faster, some slower ...
Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) has also generated positive immune research results, such as modulating T-cell activation by acting directly on monocytes; promoting splenic B cell activation and antibody secretion; and stimulating TNF-alpha and IL-6 production and IFN-gamma release.9,10,11,12 In 2010, Taiwan scientists published results showing reishi proteins can activate macrophages and T cells, while polysaccharides from the mushroom activate macrophages.
The Facts: Why Switching To Ganoderma Coffee Makes Sense
Some other benefits of using or drinking Ganoderma coffee are:
1.Balances blood sugar levels and pancreatic functions.
2.Protects against skin cell degeneration, improving skins texture and reducing appearance of aging
3.Eliminates toxins accumulated in the body
4.Increases metabolism
5.Reduces fatigue
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Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides in human monocytic leukemia cells: from gene expression to network construction
Ganoderma lucidum is a herbal mushroom known to have many health benefits, including the inhibition of tumor cell growth. However, the effect of Ganoderma lucidum on epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC), the most fatal gynecological malignancy, has not yet been reported. In this study, we determined whether Ganoderma lucidum regulates EOC cell activity. Using several cell lines derived from EOC, we found that Ganoderma lucidum strongly decreased cell numbers in a dose-dependent manner. Ganoderma lucidum also inhibited colony formation, cell migration and spheroid formation. In particular, Ganoderma lucidum was effective in inhibiting cell growth in both chemosensitive and chemoresistant cells and the treatment with Ganoderma lucidum significantly enhanced the effect of cisplatin on EOC cells. Furthermore, Ganoderma lucidum induced cell cycle arrest at the G2/M phase and also induced apoptosis by activating caspase 3. Finally, Ganoderma lucidum increased p53 but inhibited Akt expression. Taken together, these findings suggest that Ganoderma lucidum exerts multiple anti-tumor effects on ovarian cancer cells and can enhance the sensitivity of EOC cells to cisplatin.
Reishi *Ganoderma Lucidum* is used to lower blood pressure and treat diabetes and chronic fatigue, as well as stress. Like cordyceps, it may also help lower cholesterol. This powerful tonic builds stamina and energy, prevents tumors from growing (in China, traditional uses include breast and prostate cancer prevention), and helps detoxify the liver. Its antihistamine qualities have made it a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment for asthma. While the Fountain of Youth remains as elusive today as it was 500 years ago, recent studies indicate that reishi may even have a positive effect on aging skin and protect against skin cancer ...
What Is Ganoderma? And What's it Doing in my Coffee?
In Cantonese, "Lingzhi or Reishi", is the name for one form of the mushroom Ganoderma Lucidum. It is highly regarded in Asia, where it has been used as a medicinal mushroom in traditional Chinese medicine for more than 4,000 years. In China it's known as the "Miraculous King of Herbs". The scientific name "Ganoderma" is derived from the Ancient Greek "bright shiny skin". The word "Lingzhi", in Chinese, means "herb of spiritual potency" and has also been described as "mushroom of immortality" ...
Immuno-modulatory activity of Ganoderma lucidum-derived polysacharide on human monocytoid dendritic cells pulsed with Der p 1 allergen
Ganoderma lucidum-derived polysaccharide (PS-G) can rapidly and effectively promote the activation and maturation of immature dendritic cells (DCs), suggesting that PS-G possesses the capacity to regulate immune responses. This study aimed to clarify the immunologic effect of PS-G on monocyte-derived dendritic cells (MD-DCs) from asthmatic children allergic to house dust mites. The MD-DCs were stimulated for 24 h with the related allergen, Der p 1, in the presence or absence of PS-G. Cell surface markers and phagocytic capacity were assessed by FACS analysis, and key polarizing cytokines (IL-12 p40, IL-12 p70, IL-6, IL23, and IL-10) were quantified. The subsequent regulatory effect of pulsed MD-DCs on naive T cells was evaluated by determining the T-cell cytokine profile ...
MGRC and FELDA Create Breakthrough on Ganoderma Basal Stem-Rot Fungal Disease
Scientists and research groups can now obtain vital information on the Ganoderma Basal Stem-Rot (BSR) fungal disease following the success of Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Berhad (MGRC) in completing the sequencing and assembly of the Ganoderma boninense fungus genome.
The latest breakthrough by MGRC was made possible through a joint-effort with Felda Agricultural Services Sdn Bhd (FAS). The sequence data from the Ganoderma genome will be made available to the public at MGRC's website, http://www.mgrc.com.my, making it the first company in the world, together with Felda, to offer this information for free to the global scientific community. The cost of sequencing and assembly for the Ganoderma genome was borne by MGRC as part of its corporate responsibility activities....
Known scientifically as Ganoderma lucidum, this prized mushroom offers a wide variety of therapeutic benefits because of the nutrients it contains.
The fibrous substance in gano also provides vigor and helps boost the body's immune system, thus promoting optimum health and even longevity.
The natural polysaccharide B-glucan in the red mushroom is believed to have antibacterial, anticancer, and antiviral properties. Ganoderma also increases endurance for strenuous exercise ...
The anti-cancer agents in Ganoderma are the polysaccharides and Germanium. The polyshaccharide fraction of Ganoderma is largely responsible for its anti-tumor efficacy. Indications for Ganoderma use in cancer include supplementation a) to reduce side-effects during chemotherapy or radiotherapy, b) to prolonging survival and minimize metastasis, c) to improve quality of life, and d) to prevent occurrence or recurrence.
Ganoderma can be used as a supplement during chemotherapy or radiotherapy to reduce side-effects such as fatigue, loss of appetite, hair loss, bone marrow suppression and risk of infection. It can also reduce the toxic and side effects and mitigate the pains during chemotherapy and radiotherapy, in particular to cancer patients at terminal stages for prolonging their lives and improving their living quality ...
Studies on Bioactive Substances and Medicinal Effects of REISHI,
Ganoderma lucidum in Japan
A fine-powdered Reishi from a Japanese G.lucidum mushroom was administered to ten patients with advanced HIV infection in Thailand. All but nine patient had already taken antiretrovirals for two or more months before enroling into the study and the CD4 count still remained under 200 cell/cu mm.
The same antiretroviral regimens were maintained throughout the 12-week study period. Patients were observed every 4 weeks for clinical, CD4 and HIV viral load changes. Results indicated that micronized Reishi mushroom was well tolerated. Nevertheless, the product did not show any appreciable benefits either the clinical symptoms, the CD4 counts or the HIV viral loads.
Therefore, it is desired to purify the active ingredients from the mushroom such as the terpenoids and polysaccharides including b -D-glucan and its protein complex before additional clinical test in HIV patients is warranted ...
Ganoderma Lucidum is a species of the class Basidiomycetes, which belongs to the family Polyporaceae/Ganodermataceae of the order Aphyllophorales. Ganoderma Lucidum is commonly known as wood-decaying fungus; it causes white rot of a wide variety of trees and can thus be described as a phytopathogenic fungus. It has been an economically important species, particularly in the Far East countries (China, Japan, Korea, etc.), for over 4000 years ...
he popular mushroom Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi/Lingzhi) has been widely used for the general benefits of health and longevity in Asian countries.
Research had proved that, the main active ingredients found in Ganoderma Lucidum are Ganoderic acid, polysaccharides (Beta – D – glucan polysaccharides) together with other active compounds such as sterol (ergosterol), fungal lysozyme, alkaloids, proteins, riboflavin, ascorbic acid and lipids. Those active ingredient posses their own medicinal properties that gives value to Ganoderma Lucidum ...
Reishi mushrooms have been traditionally recommended by Chinese and Japanese herbalists for insomnia due to their "sleep-promoting factor". Long-term use causes a significant promotion of slow wave sleep. Reishi mushrooms are prescribed in China for a number of psychiatric and neurological afflictions, including diseases involving the muscles, anorexia, and debility following lengthy illnesses.
In Japan, the dried "mycelium" of Reishi the root-like body that produces mushrooms has been found to be highly effective in the treatment of neuroses caused by "environmental stress". In addition, in an eight-month study of Alzheimer's disease, patients taking a Reishi mycelium product demonstrated significant improvement.
In China, Reishi is used for its muscle relaxing and analgesic (pain-inhibiting) effects. In one study, Reishi alleviated anxiety in 18 of 20 patients after four months' use. It was concluded that the mushroom has an essentially "calmative function", but is neither a narcotic nor a hypnotic ...
The perception ofGanoderma lucidum in Chinese and Western culture
The idea that either fungi or a particular fungus have special medicinal, symbolic or mystical properties has existed in China since antiquity. This has been described by modern historians and subject to various interpretations based on the translations of the Chinese symbols, which have evolved, and local customs. It was stated that mushrooms 'absorb the earthly vapors and leave a Heavenly atmosphere' (Wei, 1969). Frequently the concrete connection between myth and image is a place: the sky, an island or a mountain. It was believed that the sacred fungus grew in the home of the immortals on the 'three aisles of the blest' off the coast of China ...
Glossy ganoderma, which is also called "immortal grass" or "omen grass", mostly grows in deep mountains and forests where there is little trace of human habitation. There is an old saying that "both 1000 years old glossy ganoderma and 10000 years old Panax are extremely good for human health". Also, there is a famous fairy story "the white snake conducts" telling us a beautiful legend: The white wife stole the Magic Herb glossy ganoderma to bring her husband Xu Xian back to life. For thousands of years, people show appreciation for glossy ganoderma because of its magical medical value to prolong one's life or even bring one's life back and health care function ...
The Use of Ganodetma lucidum (Reishi) in the Management of Histamine-Mediated Allergic Responses
Allergies and asthma are two examples of histamine-mediated allergic responses. Both conditions are increasing in frequency and are difficult to target with modern medicine. The modern approach to drug research is target- specific and does not consider the natural defense mechanisms of the body or the causative factors (the shift to a predominantly TH2 cytokine profile) underlying histamine-mediated allergic responses. Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi) as immunonutrition, with its unique array of compounds working in concert, could play a major role in treatment of histamine-mediated allergic responses ...
The numerous legends surrounding the reishi mushroom provide an historical record that spans 2000 years. Traditionally, the reishi mushroom was used in China by Taoist monks to promote a centered calmness, improve meditative practices, and attain a long and bealthy life.* Chinese royalty, seeking longevity, held the reishi mushroom in high esteem, and the mushroom became immortalized throughout Chinese culture in paintings, statues, silk tapestries, and designs on the robes of emperors. The reishi mushroom has also been revered in Japanese culture where it is considered the most important of all Japanese medical polypores (Matsumoto 1979) ...
Ganoderma lucidum for the treatment of cardiovascular risk factors
The objective of this systematic review is to evaluate the effectiveness of Ganoderma lucidum for treatment of pharmacologically modifiable risk factors of cardiovascular disease in adults. This will include determining size, direction, and uncertainty of effect for each risk factor (blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol and triglycerides), and the consistency of effects between studies. The strength and consistency of evidence for adverse events will also be evaluated ...
Ganoderma lucidum, or reishi mushroom, is a herb that may have a number of medicinal benefits. Botany expert Tom Volk from the University of Wisconsin reports that marketers of products containing ganoderma call it the "fix-it-all" remedy. These manufacturers state that an extract from the mushroom may work as treatment for HIV, cancer, blood pressure problems, diabetes, rheumatism and ulcers, to name a few. As a treatment for psoriasis, the fungal extract may work to stop cell proliferation and be analgesic, or reduce pain. Volk explains that studies conducted on lab animals do show the plant to provide some analgesic relief but reliable human studies do not exist ...
More and more clinical research into Ganoderma is confirming what the practitioners of old already knew. That Ganoderma can help reduce the incidence and the effects of many major diseases and conditions.
Here's a snapshot of some of these studies.
• Cardiovascular disease ' in inhibiting platelet aggregation and reducing hypertension.
• Immune system ' in particular, in cancer research, recording positive immune-modulating effects and reduced side-effects from chemotherapy and radiation.
• Blood sugar balance ' with a blood sugar lowering effect, elevation of plasma insulin levels, and enhanced liver metabolism of glucose.
• Anti-inflammatory effects ' showing comparable effects to hydrocortisone.
• Liver protector - studies with Hepatitis B Patients found Ganoderma reduced the elevated levels of liver enzymes to normal range.
• Oxygenation ' a reduction in altitude sickness by oxygenating the blood. ...
S t e y a e r t (1967, p. 199) had determined as G. carnosum two specimens of Gano- derma from Morocco sent to him by G . M a 1 e n So n in 1964, using for this only his characteristic of the lacking KOH-reaction which, as shown above, is useless . When H. J a h n had the opportunity to study the collections of Ganoderma made by G. M a 1 e n ~ o n in Morocco (deposits in the Botanical Institute of the Univer - sity of Montpellier, France), he controlled both specimens. They had been treated with a solvent (possibly when being poisoned with HgL12 ) . No . 4629, collected a n Scbinus in the lowland, has very finely dotted spores, this is G. resinaceum Boud. ss. Bourdot et Galzin . No . 2468, collected in the Middle Atlas an Cedrus atlantica, ha s coarsely ornamented spores with rather distant warts, similar to the spores o f G. carnosum (G. atkinsonit) . But the specimen has a very thick context and reddis h (not darkened) colour of the cutis even when fully ripe, it calls in mind G. resina- ceum; it might possibly represent another, perhaps unknown species ...
Ganoderma lucidum, Reishi or Ling Zhi, a fungus used in oriental medicine
Ganoderma lucidum, considered rare and hard to find in nature in China and Japan, is now commonly cultured. It can be cultured on logs that are buried in shady, moist areas. G. lucidum can also be inoculated onto hardwood stumps. Under commercial cultivation conditions, G. lucidum is normally grown on artificial sawdust logs, as shown to the right. We'll cover this cultivation method in more detail in a later Fungus of the Month. Other methods of cultivating G. lucidum and many other fungi can be found in Paul Stamets' book, "Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms" ...
There are two different types of Reishi, the traditional wide, shelf-like fruiting body and the antler shape, known as Rokkaku-Reishi. The antler shape arises from varying carbon dioxide levels and low light. These two types are rumored to have different healing characteristics. Recently, there have been a large amount of scientific papers published with experiments attempting to quantify the effect of G. lucidum on the human body. The fungal extract has been shown to act on immune system cells, to work against herpes virus, to lower cholesterol and stop cell proliferation. Unfortunately, while reading these papers it seems important to remind you that we are still not sure if G. lucidum and G. tsugae are separate species ...
The ganoderma lucidum mushroom, a tree fungus native to China and Japan, goes by many names, including the reishi mushroom, according to the Real Age website. Other common names include ling zhi, ling chi, lin zi, the mushroom of immortality, and mannentake, according to the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center website ...
According to clinical studies referenced by the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, the reishi mushroom can augment immune response, and boost the capacity of antioxidants in the blood. Similarly, Real Age points to the possible antiviral and antibacterial healing properties attributed to ganoderma, but cautions that only preliminary forms of evidence support these claims. Neither the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center nor Real Age acknowledged any scientific evidence supporting the use of ganoderma as obesity therapy ...
Ganoderma Lucidum coffee has been shown as a well known treatment for lowering blood sugar levels in sufferers of diabetes. Ganoderma Lucidum can aid as an insulin substitute for insulin-dependent diabetics. Since Ganoderma Lucidum is known to assist with overall improved health of the body, it also eliminates many of the known complications that a person with diabetes might have to contend with over time.
One of the most common ailments that diabetes sufferers contend with is poor circulation and neurological issues . People diagnosed with diabetes commonly suffer from poor circulation which of course feeds neurological pain or numbness. This medical issue is a direct result of diabetic neuropathy. Diabetic neuropathy is caused because of injury caused to blood vessels that provide blood sources to neurological paths ...
Hot chocolate, coffee and tea can contain Ganoderna and can be taken as a herbal supplement on a daily basis Ganoderma Lucidum can be used in addition to prescription drugs, in correlation with other herbal remedies, or by itself, to promote increased function and well being in not only diabetics but in everyday people wishing to pursue a healthier life style ...
In a Chinese medical encyclopedia "Ben Cao Gang Mu" (Materia Medica – Detailed Outline of Medicinal Herb), an ancient medical practitioner Lee Shi Zhen in the Ming Dynasty classified Ganoderma Lucidum as a "superior herb".
He grouped Ganoderma mushroom into six categories by its color and form, namely Green, Purple, Red, Yellow, White and Black Ganoderma. All six types have its own medicinal values and healing effects.
According to the record, "continuous consumption of Ganoderma mushroom makes the body light and young, lengthening life and making one like an immortal who never dies" ...
Biodegradation of phenanthrene and pyrene by Ganoderma lucidum
Biodegradation of two polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), phenanthrene and pyrene, by a white rot fungus, Ganoderma lucidum, in broth cultures was investigated. It was found that the biomass of the organism decreased with the increase of PAH concentration in the cultures ...
Hot Chocolate Is A Tasty Way To Boost Your Immune System
It's official! Chocolate is a healthy food!
Good cocoa bean chocolate is a very complex food, which is really good for you. Chocolate has been given a bad name, because then the people eat chocolate products, poor quality, which are filled with sugar and saturated fats cheap. The myth that cocoa leads to obesity, is tooth decay and skin problems simply not true.
Recently, new studies have shown that cocoa is higher in antioxidants than green tea or wine and can be helpful in lowering cholesterol, stimulating blood flow and reducing hypertension. Pure cocoa powder is also rich in minerals. If it is naturally sweetened with something like rape dura, a natural sweetener, sugar cane, a powerful food ...