Medicinal Mushroom Clinical Research, News and Recipes
Medicinal Mushrooms Clinical Research, News and Recipes
Medicinal mushrooms are widely used in East Asia for the treatment of various diseases, especially in complementary cancer care. While there is a growing interest in medicinal mushrooms in Western countries and an increasing number of pre-clinical studies indicate distinct anti-cancer and regenerative properties, little is known about their potential relevance for clinical practice. This […]
Continue ReadingCancer is the leading cause of mortality globally. With anticancer medications causing severe adverse effects, understanding the role of alternative and efficacious anticancer treatments with minimal or no side effects can be beneficial. Edible mushrooms have been associated with certain health benefits and exhibit a broad range of pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory and immunomodulating activities. […]
Continue ReadingDescription by the therapist: Coriolus or turkey tail is a bit rebellious. Although its use has been forbidden by EU officials, Coriolus dares to grow in many places in the Czech Republic. More here.In therapeutic practice, Coriolus is the most powerful fighter with various types of pathogens, regardless of whether they are bacteria, chlamydia, viruses, yeast, […]
Continue ReadingCase Report: Resolution of Rheumatoid Arthritis in a Patient Consuming Psilocybin Mushrooms A 64 y/o generally healthy and physically active Caucasian male was referred by his PCP for outpatient rheumatology evaluation in March, 2014. The patient presented to his rheumatology appointment with the complaint of polyarticular joint pain and swelling of 18 months duration. This […]
Continue ReadingResembling a plume of turkey feathers, turkey tail, also known as trametes versicolor, is a beautiful medicinal mushroom which grows in shelf-like formations. Turkey tail has the ability to thrive on dead stumps and branches in a range of locations and weather conditions, which is why it has become one of the most common mushrooms […]
Continue ReadingTurkey Tail Quick Facts Name: Turkey Tail Scientific Name: Trametes versicolor Origin Europe, Asia and North America Colors Multicolored with yellowish, orangish, grayish, bluish, blackish, and reddish-brown Shapes Flat, up to 8 x 5 x 0.5–1 cm in area. It is often triangular or round, with zones of fine hairs Flesh colors White Taste Sweet […]
Continue ReadingOverview Turkey tail (Coriolus versicolor) is a mushroom. It contains polysaccharide peptide (PSP) and polysaccharide krestin (PSK), which are used as medicine. Turkey tail mushroom grows on stumps and the decomposing wood of trees. The PSP and PSK in turkey tail mushroom might help slow cancer growth and boost the immune system. People use turkey tail […]
Continue ReadingOnline As the popularity of medicinal mushrooms continues to increase, patients will be hearing more and more about them from friends, family, the media and other sources. This webinar will prepare practitioners to answer all their patients’ questions and to use these herbs to heal in a powerful and effective manner. “Treating Chronic Fatigue, Respiratory […]
Continue ReadingAbstract Fatigue is the symptom of tiredness caused by physical and/or psychological stresses. As fatigue is becoming a serious problem in the modern society affecting human health, work efficiency, and quality of life, effective antifatigue remedies other than pharmacological drugs or therapies are highly needed. Mushrooms have been widely used as health foods, because of […]
Continue ReadingI’ve been trying to include more mushrooms in my diet because I heard you say they’re really good for you. But now I’ve been told that certain ones are carcinogenic! Which ones should I avoid? 3 MIN I’m a big fan of mushrooms, but if you’re just starting to learn about their medicinal properties, I can’t […]
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