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"Reishi: The anti-cancer and immune enhancing effects of the Reishi mushroom are thought to be largely due to the polysaccharides. reishi mushrooms are high in mucopolysaccharides, which your body incorporates into cellular membranes making them resistant to viruses and pathogenic bacteria. The polysaccharides appear to activate the macrophages, the white blood cell that "consumes" viruses, bacteria, and other large particulate mattet." - Jon Barron, Lessons from The Miracle Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Optimum Health and Relief from Catastrophic Illness (Get the book.)

"Chinese herbalists prize reishi mushrooms for their protective effect on the liver. The bitterer the mushroom, the higher the level of triterpenoids, which give it its potency. It's usually made into a tea or taken as an extract. Phosphatidylcholine. The active ingredient in the popular supplement lecithin is actually a substance called phosphatidylcholine. In animal research, it protects against cirrhosis and fibrosis. We know that choline—the prime constituent of phosphatidylcholine—is essential for normal liver function, and phos choline is an excellent "delivery system" for choline." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"REISHI HAS EARNED ITS CANCER-FIGHTING REPUTATION Even the conservative and highly regarded Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center has reishi mushroom listed on the "about herbs" section of its Web site, where it states that reishi mushrooms stimulate the immune system through their positive effect on macrophages and other immune compounds. Sloan-Kettering also references clinical studies showing that reishi increases antioxidant capacity and enhances the immune responses in advanced-stage cancer patients. And then there's stress. Reishi mushrooms appear to be a natural stress-buster." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"J Maitake, shiitake, and reishi mushrooms possess beta-1,3-D-glucan, a type of polysaccharide that stimulates the immune cells. Their immune-boosting power makes them essential for fighting the flu. Q Olive leaf extract enhances immune function and fights all types of infection, including the flu virus. Q Wild pansy tea can treat colds accompanied by fever and respiratory congestion. Q For cough and sore throat, mix 1 tablespoon of slippery elm bark powder with 1 cup of boiling water and V2 cup honey. Take 1 teaspoon of this mixture every three to four hours." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"He recommends it for endurance athletes as well. reishi mushrooms also have a very high level of antioxidants, largely due to their ganodermic acid. Thp icn Hpalthipsf FnnrU on Farth Cremini (white button mushrooms) I almost omitted cremini mushrooms from the list completely—I mean, after all, how could these little prosaic mushrooms possibly hold a candle to the downright medicinal value of their famous siblings? But, my friend, traditional naturopath Regina Wilshire, N.D., sent me this missive, just in time for press." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"Clinical herbalist Terry Wil-lard, founder of the Wild Rose College of Natural Healing, recommends the following seven herbs for people with insomnia: valerian, hops, passionflower, kava, lemon balm, reishi mushrooms, and skullcap.25 Chamomile or St. John's wort may also be helpful. Most of these herbs are available at health food stores or through your health-care practitioner. Although herbs are natural substances, they do contain powerful compounds (one reason they can help you sleep!). Some of the herbs discussed below can cause drowsiness or interfere with medications." - Herbert Ross, DC with Keri Brenner, L.Ac., Alternative Medicine Magazine's Definitive Guide to Sleep Disorders: 7 Smart Ways to Help You Get a Good Night's Rest (Get the book.)

"Shiitake and reishi mushrooms are effective for viral and bacterial ^ tonsillitis. Once fever has resolved, take 2-6 g of the extract a day. Teas and baths —I prepared with peppermint and thyme assist in reducing fever. Drink peppermint or thyme tea, or use 10 drops of peppermint or thyme oil in a warm bath, as needed. TIP: STAY WELL RESTED Make rest a priority. A well-rested body has a stronger immune system. HOMEOPATHY Any of the following homeopathic remedies can be helpful in easing pain and inflammation, and speeding up recovery, from an isolated bout of tonsillitis." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Today, both shiitake and reishi mushrooms are used to treat a variety of disorders and to promote vitality. They are used to prevent high blood pressure and heart disease, to control and lower cholesterol, to build resistance to disease, and to treat fatigue and viral infections. They are also known to have anti-tumor properties valuable in treating cancer. The mushrooms are available fresh or dried for use in foods (soak dried mushrooms in warm water or broth for thirty minutes before using), as well as in supplements in capsule, pill, and extract form." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Vitamin C, zinc, and immune-stimulating plants such as echinacea, larch arabinogalactodes, and reishi mushrooms are good daily supplements to take during the cold season. Stress lowers the immune system's ability to work efficiently so, at the onset of a cold, resolution may occur more quickly if stress reduction techniques such as meditation are introduced. Nasal decongestants: Use a saline nasal spray to prevent the build-up of mucus and nasal obstruction." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"For over 4,000 years, the Japanese and Chinese peoples have consumed reishi mushrooms to reduce liver dysfunction and support the natural cleansing of toxins from the body. Cordyceps (also known as Cordyceps sinensis) is yet another amazing mushroom shown to improve liver function and help the body resist the effects of free radicals. Cordyceps works by optimizing blood flow to the liver and kidneys, thus enhancing their natural function to better resist the onset of disease. Fulvic acid is used primarily as a "bioactivator" to enhance the body's natural electrical potential." - Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN, Health Begins in the Colon (Get the book.)

"International Journal Medicinal Mushrooms 3: 86, 2001] Other mushroom extracts that have been shown to have clinical effectiveness against human cancers are D-fraction extracted from the Maitake mushroom, and extracts from the split gill, turkey tail and reishi mushrooms. In 1998, Maitake Products received FDA approval for an Investigational New Drug Phase II pilot study of maitake mushroom extract in the treatment of advanced breast and prostate cancer. Dietary mushrooms and cancer There is also some evidence that the consumption of mushrooms in the diet may ward off cancer." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"The complex sugar beta-l,3-D-glucan (found in the cell walls of baker's yeast, and a variety of fungi, such as maitake and reishi mushrooms) has proven to be a powerful immune booster. When beta-l,3-D-glucan attaches to the receptor site on macrophage cells, these immune cells are activated to attack and destroy invading organisms and reduce infection and inflammation." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Enhance immune function through high-quality nutrition and, if necessary, herbal supplements such as astragalus, Siberian ginseng, and medicinal mushrooms, including shiitake, maitake, and reishi mushrooms. 5. Enhance liver function by eating a high-fiber, low-fat diet. 6. Use nutritional and herbal supplements that help control against yeast overgrowth and promote a healthy bacterial flora, such as oregano oil, thyme oil, lauric acid, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Bifidobacteria. 7." - Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods (Get the book.)

"REISHI MUSHROOMS: Naturally Antiviral Taking a daily supplement made from reishi mushrooms is an excellent preventive to stop outbreaks, Dr. Zand says. "It is thought to have natural antiviral properties that lessen both the severity and frequency of outbreaks." She suggests taking a 350- to 5000-milligram capsule once or twice a day, or follow the dosage recommendations on the label. MULTIVITAMIN SUPPLEMENT: Added Protection Taking an easily digested multivitamin supplement daily will provide extra nutrients to help lessen the chance of new outbreaks." - Bill Gottlieb, Alternative Cures: The Most Effective Natural Home Remedies for 160 Health Problems (Get the book.)

"Reishi mushrooms decocted or used to make stocks are usually discarded after cooking. TIPS FOR PREPARING Seepage 658. QUICK SERVING IDEAS • Shiitake mushrooms are traditionally added to miso soup. • A healthy sauteed side dish starts with saute-ing garlic in extra-virgin olive oil; add sliced mushrooms, quickly saute, and remove from heat. • When preparing hamburgers or lamb burgers, mix lightly sauteed mushrooms in with the ground meat before cooking. • To give vegetable stock an extra depth, add specialty mushrooms such as shiitake or reishi." - Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods (Get the book.) "Reishi mushrooms are usually available in the dried form and may hold a brown to dark reddish orange, waxlike top with firm gills underneath. When dried, maitakes have thin brown strands with a uniform color. Look for fresh shitakes with a light brownish gray top with splits in the surface. These should have a single color. Whether loose or fresh, shiitakes and maitakes are best stored loosely in a paper bag kept in the refrigerator, where they can remain for about one week." - Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods (Get the book.) "NUTRITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Shiitake, maitake, and reishi mushrooms are typically excellent sources of selenium and polysaccharides and very good sources of iron. They are also good sources of protein, dietary fiber, and vitamin C. HEALTH BENEFITS Although the chemical profiles of all three mushrooms are quite complex, the health benefits of these mushrooms are due primarily to their polysaccharide components, such as lenti-nan (from shiitake) and beta-glucans (from maitake)." - Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods (Get the book.)

"Shiitake and reishi mushrooms, also called ganoderma mushrooms, exhibit anticancer properties as well, and are used by Orientals to enhance longevity. Animal research done in Japan showed a highly significant rate of tumor elimination in animals fed extracts of maitake, shiitake, and reishi mushrooms. Enoki mushrooms are the long, thin mushrooms grown in an area of Japan known to have the lowest incidence of cancer in the country. •Macrobiotic Foods...Proponents of macrobiotic eating claim that cancer patients following this approach lead longer and better-quality lives." - Gary Null, Ph.D., The Complete Encyclopedia of Natural Healing: A Comprehensive A-Z Listing of Common and Chronic Illnesses and Their Proven Natural Treatments (Get the book.)

"These include Asian ginseng, Siberian ginseng, reishi mushrooms, and rhodiola. While rhodiola was a favorite in Siberia, reishi mushroom is one of the most respected tonics in Chinese medicine. In Asia, it has been revered for as long as five thousand years. These herbs are called adaptogens because they help even out and maintain normal levels of another energy-giving adrenal hormone called Cortisol. These are all available as herbal supplements, and you can also find them combined with tyrosine (see Resources)." - Patrick Holford, The New Optimum Nutrition Bible (Get the book.)

"It is used as an aid to sleep; as a diuretic; as a laxative; and to lower cholesterol. reishi mushrooms are antioxidants and liver protectants. Use reishi mushrooms are not produced for the commercial market and are not available fresh. Dried, they may be reconstituted and prepared as other fungi. They are primarily found as an ingredient in herbal preparations. Buying In the past two decades, cultivation has increased the availability of this heretofore wild, priceless, hard-to-come-by fungus. A boletus type of mushroom, the reishi is found wild in various colors." - Rebecca Wood, The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Resource for Healthy Eating (Get the book.)

"Important components of this diet are organ meats (especially liver), whole grains, vegetables, nuts, legumes, cantaloupe, oranges, and reishi mushrooms. The benefits of your GABA diet will be evident after a few weeks as your body begins to get an adequate supply of glutamine to keep its GABA flowing. Daily anxiety symptoms such as headache and irritable bowel will dissipate. If you've been having trouble sleeping, you'll be Almonds, tree nuts (10.3 g.) Banana (220 mg.) Beef liver (6.5 g.) Broccoli (740 mg.) Brown rice (940 mg.) Halibut (7.9 g.) Lentils (2.8 g.) Oats, whole grain (7.4 g." - Eric R. Braverman, The Edge Effect: Achieve Total Health and Longevity with the Balanced Brain Advantage (Get the book.)

"REISHI MUSHROOMS Where maitake mushrooms have been revered in Japan for their healing qualities, reishi mushrooms have been valued in China since ancient times. Herbalists say the vegetable helps with blood sugar regulation and blood oxygenation, while protecting the body from free radicals and radiation.252 RHUBARB The tasty vegetable rhubarb is another common plant that has been established as containing factors that inhibit viral activity." - Gary Null, James Feast, AIDS: A Second Opinion (Get the book.)

"Shiny mystical reishi mushrooms, crenellated maitake, and worm-shaped wild cordyceps in high piles seemed to go on forever in tfie fungus section. In ttie animal and insect areas, neat stacks of pressed snakes, geckos, centipedes, and scorpions were startling in both their grand size and their carnal aroma. It was a vast, strange scene." - Chris Kilham, Hot Plants: Nature's Proven Sex Boosters for Men and Women (Get the book.)

"Although it grows throughout the world, the reishi is best known and valued in China and Japan, where it has been used in folk medicine for more than four thousand years. reishi mushrooms are not produced for the commercial market and are not available fresh. Dried, they may be reconstituted and prepared as other fungi. They are primarily found as an ingredient in herbal preparations. An immuno-stimulant, it is helpful for people with AIDS, leaky gut syndrome, Epstein-Barr, chronic bronchitis, and other infectious viruses." - Dianne Onstad, Whole Foods Companion: A Guide For Adventurous Cooks, Curious Shoppers, and lovers of natural foods (Get the book.)

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