Reishi
The Reishi mushroom has been used by physicians for thousands of years in China, where it was nicknamed the “mushroom of immortality” for its effectiveness at preventing illness and curing disease. Initially, it was only available to the ruling class in the Orient, however, more recently reishi mushrooms have become widely available and are one of the most studied natural medicines available. Reishi is what is known in Chinese medicine as a tonic, meaning it is recommended for it to be consumed regularly and in high quantities to achieve its beneficial effects. Reishi also falls into the category of adaptogen herbs due to its ability to help the body adapt to and blunt the negative effects of stressors, such as anxiety, fatigue, trauma and emotional distress. Its most impressive feature may be its ability to curb cancer growth. In a 2013 study, reishi mushrooms were found to shrink aggressive breast cancer cells in vitro and in vivo by 50 percent. Reishi has
The collection of mushrooms mentioned in this article have been “handpicked” for individuals with Lyme disease because of their abilities to curb inflammation, support nervous system repair, and fight viruses and bacteria. also been found to have antiviral, antiinflammatory and antibacterial properties.
mildly fragrant mushroom more than 600 years ago, and its medicinal properties have also been known for centuries. Shiitakes are heart-healthy because they can lower cholesterol and decrease the tendency of blood platelets to stick together. Like all medicinal mushrooms, they can help prevent cancer formation, even going so far as to stimulate cancer cells to destroy themselves. Shiitakes show strong antiviral properties with an ability to stimulate the immune system, which is important to Lyme disease patients. The mushrooms can even destroy the microbes that cause tooth decay.
Best ways to consume it: By making a tea out of its powder.
Best ways to consume it: Fresh in cooking or by tincture.
Shiitake
Gregg Kirk is a Lyme disease advocate, a former patient, and the current practitioner who runs the Lyme Recovery Clinic in Darien, the Ticked Off Foundation nonprofit patient fund and the Ticked Off Music Fest benefit concert series. Connect at 203-8589725 or LymeKnowledge.com.
Found growing wild in the mountainous regions of China, Japan, Indonesia and Taiwan, the shiitake is the second-most widely cultivated mushroom in the world. It is commonly used in many Asian cuisines. The Chinese were the first to cultivate this
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