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Shiitake Mushroom

Shiitake is a light, amber-colored fungus that grows on fallen hardwood trees. They are indigenous to temperate Asia but are cultivated in North America for medicinal purposes. <br>

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Shiitake Mushroom

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  1. Shiitake Mushroom Fight tumours, viruses and enhance the immune system ... Shiitake is a light, amber-colored fungus that grows on fallen hardwood trees. They are indigenous to temperate Asia but are cultivated in North America for medicinal purposes. There has been a vast amount of research into shiitake's medicinal properties, which has uncovered its ability to fight tumours and viruses and enhance the immune system. Studies focus on LEM, a polysaccharide-rich extract from the mushroom. Presently natural health practitioners recommend shiitake mushroom extracts as adjunctive treatment in cancer, chronic viral infections, and AIDS. Shiitake is traditionally taken daily for preventive care in tea, soup, or other dishes. Commercial preparations (extracts in capsule form) of shiitake are available but may be expensive. They are the best way of obtaining large amounts of the active ingredient, LEM. Dried shiitake mushrooms are available in health food stores, usually at more affordable prices. The shiitake mushroom is cultivated for medicinal use. This alleviates concerns about ecological harvesting and extinction of the shiitake. Shiitake is non-poisonous, but researchers have observed cases of shiitake-induced skin rashes, and some people who work indoors cultivating shiitake experience ``mushroom worker's lung'', an immune reaction to shiitake spores. Individuals who are allergic to fungus or other mushrooms should use shiitake with caution. Extract of whole shiitake reported to hinder blood clotting so people who bleed easily or who are taking blood thinners should check with their health-care provider before using shiitake. Concentrated LEM has shown no evidence of acute toxicity, though mild side effects such as diarrhea and skin rashes have been reported. Individuals whose condition is dependent on immune system depression should not use shiitake. Individuals with cancer, AIDS or other serious health concerns should consult with their health professional before using shiitake. Nutritional Information Shiitake– Quick Facts Parts Used · Whole Fungus. Applications · Cancer, Aids, Colds And Flus, Infections Optimum Dosage · 6 To 16 G Of Dried Shiitake In Tea, Soup, Or Other Dishes. (Clinical Doses May Be Higher As Recommended By Your Practitioner). Works Well With · Vitamin C, Bioflavinoids, Echinacea Important Information Click For Products · Do Not Use Shiitake If You Are Allergic To Fungus Or Other Mushrooms. · Individuals Whose Condition Is Dependent On Immune System Depression Should Not Use Shiitake. · Individuals With Cancer, Aids Or Other Serious Health Concerns Should Consult With Their Health Professional Before Using Shiitake. · People Who Bleed Easily Or Who Are Taking Blood Thinners Should Not Use Shiitake Without Medical Supervision. For Informational Purposes Only. Please Consult Your Health Care Practitioner Before Taking Natural Health Care Products. Click Here For Full Disclaimer.

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