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An Ocean of Aphrodisiacal Qualities A Special Work on Yartsa Gunbu (Cordyceps sinensis)

2007-12-07T19:10:00.000-08:00

This is an 500 year old Tibetan text translated by Jacob Winkler. This text eludes to some of the medicinal properties of the Cordyceps mushroom. It explains the ancient preparation process of this highly valued mushroom and some of its benefits. Nyamnyi Dorje Palden Zurkhar. (1439-1475). Mushroaming.com.

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New antioxidant polyphenols from the medicinal mushroom Inonotus obliquus

2007-10-25T21:28:00.000-07:00

In our investigation for free radical scavengers from the methanolic extract of the Chaga mushroom, 6 compounds were isolated. Their structures were established by extensive spectroscopic analyses. These compounds exhibited significant scavenging activity against the ABTS radical cation and DPPH radical, and showed moderate activity against the superoxide radical anion. In-Kyoung Lee, Young-Sook Kim, Yoon-Woo Jang, Jin-Young Jung and Bong-Sik Yun (2007) [Electronic version]. Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters
Volume 17, Issue 24, 15 December 2007, Pages 6678-6681
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Coriolus versicolor, Trametes versicolor

2007-10-01T22:51:00.000-07:00

Brief on Turkey Tail mushroom and its uses in Cancer and Cancer prevention. (2007) Baptist Health Systems, October, 2007. Retrieved December 9, 2007 from:
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Shiitake Mushroom

2007-07-12T00:13:00.000-07:00

The use of Shiitake, Lentinulus edodes dates at least to 100 AD in China. Today, Shiitake mushrooms are very popular in the United States as well. Research into the anti-cancer properties of shiitake mushrooms has been going on since at least the 1960s. Animal studies have shown some positive results regarding the anti-tumor, cholesterol-lowering, and virus-inhibiting effects of several active compounds in Shiitake mushrooms. American Cancer Society (2007).
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Coriolus versicolor, Trametes versicolor

2007-06-12T21:32:00.000-07:00

The Turkey Tail mushroom, (Coriolus versicolor or Trametes versicolor) is used in traditional Asian herbal remedies. PSK and PSP extracted from the Turkey Tail are natural substances that have anticancer properties and may lessen some side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. American Cancer Society (2007)
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Enhancement of ATP generation capacity, antioxidant activity and immunomodulatory activities by Chinese Yang and Yin tonifying herbs

2007-03-27T12:45:00.000-07:00

Chinese tonifying herbs such as Ganoderma and Cordyceps, which possess antioxidant and/or immunomodulatory activities, can be useful in the prevention and treatment of age-related diseases. Pharmacological studies on tonifying herbs suggest that they possess antioxidant properties and exert immunomodulatory functions that may boost a weak immune system and may also suppress overreactive immune responses. Ko, K. M., Leung, H. Y. (2007). [Electronic Version]. Chinese Medicine, v.2:3.

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The Integrative Medicine Approach to Colon Cancer

2006-06-01T23:04:00.000-07:00

This document describes different integrative approaches to Colon Cancer. Amongst them are medicinal mushrooms. A study on the Turkey Tail mushroom (Coriolus versicolor) used in Stage II and III colorectal cancer is discussed. Clinic Staff (2006) Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine
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The use of Ganoderma lucidum in the management of histamine-mediated allergic responses

2006-05-01T16:27:00.000-07:00

Histamine-mediated allergic responses like asthma and allergies are increasing in frequency and are difficult to target with modern medicine. This article discusses how a unique array of compounds within Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi), could play a major role in treatment of histamine-mediated allergic responses. Powell, M. (2006) [Electronic version]. Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, May, 2006.
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Comparison of Protective Effects between Cultured Cordyceps militaris and Natural Cordyceps sinensis against Oxidative Damage

2006-04-19T17:56:00.000-07:00

The extracts of Cordyceps sinensis (CSE) and Cordyceps militaris (CME) are well-known for their biological effects. In the present study, the antioxidant efficiency of CME and CSE in protecting lipid, protein, and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) against oxidative damage was investigated. Yu H. M., Wang B. S., Huang S. C., Duh P.D. (2006). J. Agric. Food Chem. 54(8)3132-38.
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Cytotoxic effect of oyster mushroom Pleurotus ostreatus on human androgen-independent prostate cancer PC-3 cells

2006-01-06T20:28:00.000-08:00

Of twenty mushrooms tested, fresh oyster mushrooms produced the most significant levels of cytotoxicity on prostate cancer cells. Gu, Y. H., Sivam, G. (2006). Journal of Medicinal Food. 9(2) : 196-204. 2006.

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Effect of 26-Oxygenosterols from Ganoderma lucidum and Their Activity as Cholesterol Synthesis Inhibitors

2005-07-01T19:46:00.000-07:00

This article discusses sterols within Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) that could lead to novel therapeuticagents that lower blood cholesterol. The Oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) is also briefly mentioned in regard to its natural production of lovastatin which aids the synthesis of cholesterol. Hajjaj, H., Macé, C., Roberts, M., Niederberger, P., Fay, L.B. (2004). Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Vol. 71, No. 7, p. 3653-3658.
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Cordyceps sinensis Mycelium Protects Mice from Group A Streptococcal Infection

2005-03-01T18:33:00.000-08:00

In this study, an animal model was used to test whether the

mycelium extract of the Chinese herbal medicine C. sinensis

would provide the host with protection against bacterial infection. The study concludes C. sinensis

should be considered a preventive rather than a therapeutic

remedy. Kuo, Y. C., C. Chen, Y. Lou, R. Huang, W. Chuang, C. Sheu, Y. Lin. (2005). Journal of Medical Microbiology 54: 795-802
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Hypoglycemic effect of extract of Hericium erinaceus

2005-03-01T12:50:00.000-08:00

In this study diabetic rats are fed an extract of Hericium erinaceus (Lion's Mane) that is referred to as HEM. Rats fed with HEM had significantly lower elevation rates of blood glucose level than those not fed with HEM. The effects on blood glucose, serum triglyceride and total cholesterol levels were significant in the rats fed daily with HEM. Wang, J. C., Hu, S.H.H., Wang, J.T., Chen, K.S., Chia, Y.C. (2004). [Electronic version]. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, Vol 85, No 4, 641-646(6)
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The Pharmacological Potential of Mushrooms

2005-01-01T10:53:00.000-08:00

This review describes pharmacologically active compounds frommushrooms. Compounds and complex substances with antimicrobial,antiviral, anti-tumor, anti-allergic, immuno-modulating, anti-inflammatory,antiatherogenic, hypoglycemic, hepatoprotective and centralactivities are covered, focusing on the review of recent literature. Lindequist, U., Niedermeyer, T. H. J., Julich, W. (2005). Oxford Journals. Volume 2, Number 3, Pp.285-299
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Analysis of Quality and Techniques for Hybridization of Medicinal Fungus Cordyceps sinensis (Berk.)Sacc. (Ascomycetes)

2004-10-01T21:03:00.000-07:00

Cordyceps contain a great diversity of bioactive compounds that are found to stimulate immune function. This article describes hybridization, a cultivation technique developed to produce the most potent Cordyceps strain ever. Holliday, J., Cleaver, P., Loomis-Powers, M., Patel, D. (2004). International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms. Vol. 6, pp. 151-164
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...Agaricus blazei Murill Kyowa, in gynecological cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy

2004-07-01T18:19:00.000-07:00

Agaricus blazei Murill Kyowa (ABMK) suppress chemotherapy-associated side effects such as appetite, alopecia, emotional stability and general weakness. Taken together, this suggests that ABMK treatment might be beneficial for gynecological cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. W.S. Ahn, D.J. Kim, G.T. Chae, J.M. Lee, S.M. Bae, J.I. Sin Y.W. Kim, S.E. Namkoon and I.P. Lee (20040). International Journal of Gynecological Cancer. 14(4)589-594.
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Coriolus versicolor & Cancer

2004-06-01T23:58:00.000-07:00

Article reviews a study by Dr. Julian Kenyon of England. In the article patients with stomach, esophageal, lung, ovarian and cervical cancer use the Turkey Tail mushroom, Coriolus versicolor to promote antitumor activity. Klotter, J. (2004). Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, June 2004.
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On the Trail of The Yak: Ancient Cordyceps in a Modern World

2004-06-01T12:05:00.000-07:00

Both resilient and rare, Chinese legends and myths of this revered healing mushroom span the course of millennia. Cordyceps finds itself amongst the most famous medicinals of the modern age as western research reveals its healing power. Holliday, J., Cleaver, M. (2004).
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The Anti-Dementia effect of Lion's Mane mushroom and its clinical application - Hericium erinaceum - Lion's Mane

2004-04-01T20:46:00.000-08:00

Research on Lion's Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceum) and their biological activities in the laboratory where positive anti-dementia results. This has been confirmed by analogous results in human use. In this article, both the results from the laboratory and their clinical application are discussed. Kawagishi, H. (2004). Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients, April, 2004.
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Cholesterol-lowering properties of Ganoderma lucidum in vitro, ex vivo, and in hamsters and minipigs

2004-02-18T19:35:00.000-08:00

This article explores the cholesterol-lowering properties of the Reishi mushroom, Ganoderma lucidum. Lab testing and animal testing show decrease in LDL and HDL cholesterol. Innovative new cholesterol-lowering foods and medicines containing Ganoderm lucidum are envisioned. Berger, A., Rein, D., Kratky, E., Monnard, I., Hajjaj, H., Meirim, I., Piguet-Welsch, C., Hauser, J., Mace, K., Niederberger, P. (2004). Lipids in Health and Disease 2004, 3:2
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Observation on the Treatment Effect of Agaricus Blazei Murrill to the Liver Function of Chronic Hepatitis Patients

2004-01-01T23:45:00.000-08:00

Agaricus blazei is a mushroom that originates from Brazil and is well known in Japan and China for its great flavor and medicinal qualities. Blazei is high in protein, carbohydrates, vitamin B and nicotinic acid which all have beneficiary effects on the liver and kidneys. When given to chronic hepatitis patients it is shown to improve the symptoms of Hepatitis B and helps to restore the function of the liver. Rong, W. L., Rong, F. Q., Yuan, X. X., Liang, M. H., Zhi, W. J., Ito, H., Shimur, K. (2004). The Nutrition Handbook.

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Clinical Observation on Treatment of Acute Non Lymphocytic Leukemia with Agaricus Blazei Murrill

2004-01-01T23:08:00.000-08:00

Agaricus blazei, the almond portabello, has shown to be effective in leukemia treatment. It enhances the immune system, slows tumor growth, and promotes the growth of new cells in the bone marrow. Blazei increases the success of chemotherapy by lessening some of the side effects of the chemotherapy and has no toxicity in the human body. Hui, T. X., Guo, L. Z., Jing, W., Ito, H., Shimura, K., Zhi, W. J. (2004). The Nutrition Notebook.

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Administration of a Polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa Stimulates Immune Function of Normal Mice

2004-01-01T17:47:00.000-08:00

Test with mice shows that Maitake induces the activation of macrophages, enhancing humoral immunity. Results of the test show enhanced immune response in normal mice, increasing host defense against pathogens and disease. Kodama, N., Murata, Y., Nanba, H. (2004). Journal of Medicinal Food. 7(2): 141-145. doi:101089/1096620041224012.

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IL-12 Production Induced by Agaricus blazei Fraction H (ABH) Involves Toll-like Receptor (TLR)

2004-01-01T00:31:00.000-08:00

Extracts of Agaricus blazei are tested for their effects on the immune system. It is shown to be immunomodulating and to have antitumor qualities. Kasai, H., He, L. M., Kawamura, M., Yang, P. T., Deng, X. W., Munkanta, M., Yamashita, A., Terunuma, H., Hirama, M., Horiuchi, I., Natori, T., Koga, T., Amano, Y., Yamaguchi, N., Ito, M. (2004). Oxford Journals Evidence-Based Complimentary and Alternative Medicine. V.1, N.3. Pp. 259-267. 2004.

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Observation on Treatment Effect of Agaricus Blazei Murrill

2004-01-01T00:00:00.000-08:00

Testing shows that Agaricus blazei helps improve immune function and inhibits cancer. It helped the symptoms and signs of patients that had malignant tumors in their alimentary tract and improved their blood picture. The polysaccharides in Agaricus blazei have not been shown to kill cancer cells, but release cell factors that are successful in cancer inhibition through activating the immune system and the anticancer function of natural killer cells. Jing, W., Min, M. X., Zheng, C. R., Zhi, W. J., Ito, H., Shimura, K. (2004). The Nutrition Notebook.

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