Showing posts with label mushrooms. Show all posts
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Tuesday, 20 January 2009

What affect do mushrooms have on your health?

Oriental Cures


Shiitake- A hailed cancer-fighter, shiitake raises interferon levels and contains a strong antiviral substance called lentinan.

Reishi- Known as the 'long-life' mushroom, reishi boost the production of key immune cells. Best taken in a concentrated extract.

Maitake- An immune booster. They also regulate blood pressure and support cardiovascular health.


Chanterelle- One of the few vegetable sources of vitamin B12, needed for the formation of blood cells and nerves.

Enoki- Have been shown to stimulate the immune system and fight off viruses and tumours.