ABOUT GANODERMA lucidum,

Commonly called "Reishi" or "Lingzhi"

Under the attentive research done by both Chinese and other scholars in recent years, and with the cooperative analysis and clinical experiments done by hospitals, colleges and pharmaceutical manufacturers, its extensive efficacy has finally been discovered.

It is a hemocatheresis, detoxicant, diuretic, liver protector, intestine regulator, cardiotonic, blood pressure adjuster, a cold tonic, antitussive and expectorant, and anti- tumour drug.  Ganoderma is a traditional tonic used to nourish, tonify, and supplement the whole body as it removes toxins and disperses accumulation.  It calms and nourishes the nervous system, strengthens the lungs (good for asthma sufferers), protects and stimulates the liver, also helps the body adapt to stress.  It has even been known to help some people with stopping baldness, starting hair regeneration and regaining hair colour.

Ganoderma is rich in active organic compounds, which are still being studied for their positive effects on the immune system, and is in a class of immune system regulators and stress adaptogens that includes Astragalus, Schizandra, Codonopsis and Ginseng.

Ganoderma grows in China's coastal provinces and also in Japan's plum tree groves and North American oak forests, especially on the roots, trunks and rotting tree stumps.  In Japan Ganoderma is known as the "Phantom mushroom" because it is incredibly rare to find it growing in the wild.  On average, only 10 wild mushrooms will be found per 100,000 Japanese plum trees.

The red Ganoderma was very rare and expensive to obtain until recently.  These days, due to its international popularity Ganoderma is cultivated indoors on organic palm or plum tree sawdust in an elaborate process that in some cases can take up to two yeas.

Ganoderma contains a veritable pharmacy of substances including polysaccharides, glycosides, sterols, polypeptides, amino acids, ascorbic acid, lipids, alkaloids, a glucose, a coumarin glycoside, volatile oil, riboflavin, vitamins, minerals and trace elements.  Beta-D-Glucan is a type of Polysaccharide believed to be responsible for many of the immune regulating effects of Ganoderma, including stimulating the immune system by enhancing production of anti-bodies, T-Cells and magcrophages.

Scientific evidence shows that Ganoderma counteracts damage caused to the immune system by radiation therapy, including anti-tumour activity.  It protects bone marrow cells against free radicals generated by X-Rays, prevents atrophy (shrinkage) of the thymus gland and counteracts white blood cell suppression caused by gamma rays during radiation therapy.

This oriental super-remedy helps restore immune function after viral, bacterial and fungal infections, as well as during chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunodeficiency disorders, chronic bronchitis and chronic hepatitis (especially Hepatitis B & C).  It provides powerful anti-allergic action against all types of allergic reaction, promotes cell regeneration and helps with recovery from stress, improves metabolism, strengthens heart, brain and lung function, increases blood oxygen, slows premature ageing and enhances vitality, creating a feeling of wellbeing.

Ganoderma can be taken long term without fear of developing a tolerance to its effects.  In fact, during protracted illness, Ganoderma is a superb complementary medicine used with conventional therapy providing essential support to the body and facilitating better outcomes.  It can be used in the treatment of recurrent colds and flu, asthma, altitude sickness, high blood pressure, chronic fatigue syndrome, HIV /AIDS, chronic bronchitis, chronic hepatitis, rejuvenates cells and is known to reverse cancer.

The Japanese Government officially lists Ganoderma as a substance for treating cancer - The Japanese Medical field has confirmed that Ganoderma has positive efficacy.   

Ganoderma Detox Guide

Every body is unique.  Some may have been more exposed to toxins than others in everyday life situations  (chemicals in food, water, pesticides, petroleum products etc) and become ill as a result.  The body can eliminate these toxins, but often needs help.

The initial intake of Ganoderma mushroom will elicit detoxification.  The active ingredients in the mushroom will activate and energise the cells to deal with the aliens in its premises.  The process helps reverse many of the illnesses and diseases related to the presence of toxins in the body.  As a result, the symptoms of illness will first reappear then finally go away.  When natural healing is induced by the herbs, the body proceeds to heal from the MOST VITAL ORGAN to the LEAST VITAL ORGAN,  from the INSIDE to the OUTSIDE, from the HEAD to the EXTREMITIES, and from the MOSTRECENT symptom, working through to the OLDEST.  This is inevitable.  Some people wish to avoid this part of healing as it may take time, however, this is how nature works.

Taking the Ganoderma mushroom encourages cellular detoxification, by the cells being activated and energised to deal with the accumulating toxins either in the cell nucleus or membrane.  The cells are induced to expel the toxins and as the cells do this, sometimes, the process produces an appearance of the symptoms related to the persons prevailing problem.  Although this does not always happen, people with a heavy load of toxin may exhibit the LATEST SYMPTOM of their prevailing problem as the first sign of detoxification.

As the toxins exit the body, they take one of the three exit routes:  The SKIN, the RESPIRATORY SYSTEM, or the DIGESTIVE SYSTEM.  When exiting through the skin, dermatitis may appear.  When going out through the respiratory mucosa, cough or colds are usually common, and when they go out through the gastro-intestinal mucosa, diarrhoea or constipation sometimes appears. 

These new symptoms may alarm the uninformed and may cause them to conclude that the mushroom extract is bad for them.  This is, however, a natural part of healing and is a POSITIVE SIGN that a cleansing reaction as part of healing is occurring.

It is also simple common sense to ensure that we do not hamper the healing process by poor diet.  For instance, not drinking at least 4 litres of FRESH CLEAN WATER every day assists the onset of any sickness.  (Chlorine in tap water is a toxin and can damage your health).

The right kinds of food are essential in healing, providing the nourishment the body needs for tissue repair and balance of systems.  Raw vegetables and fruit supply the body with enzymes, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibres that we need to sustain life.  Lack of the right foods and too much of the wrong foods (salt, sugar, preservatives, colours, flavour enhancers and nitrates) are the source of many of our maladies.  Malnutrition and over nutrition result in diseases that plague us today.

Our body is the best doctor.  Everybody has the ability to cure diseases with their natural immune system.  Ganoderma works on the body directly via the immune system, thus making it possible to help the body to treat a wide range of diseases.

When taking Ganoderma for the first time, we may experience a reaction within 3-10 days, and some can have a reaction 2-3 months later.  The reaction may not be limited to one experience only.  Nine out of ten people will get some sort of reaction.  A light reaction may last up to 2-5 days, a severe one 7-30 days.  Healing the body is your first step to a longer life. 

A detoxification of the body is highly recommended for first time users: 

1 pair of capsules per day for the 1st week,  2 pairs per day during the 2nd week, 4 pairs per day for the 3rd. week, and 6 pairs per day on your 4th week.  Normal maintenance is 1 pair per day or more.  For severe health problems very large doses will not harm you, rather, it will greatly help the immune system repair the problem.  It may be taken safely with any other medication, but users of blood-thinning agents should consult their doctor first as it tends to normalise blood consistency.

The longer you stay on ganoderma, the better the healing results will be.  If the detox  reaction  is too much to handle at any time, just cut back the dose, BUT DON'T STOP the healing process, as the body is in the middle of cleaning itself out.  Remember, Ganoderma is helping your body to release its build up of toxins and this may give you short-term headaches, coughs, pains in joints and other unusual reactions.  HAPPY HEALING!.

Disclaimer:  This document is intended as a guide regarding general health only.  If you are seeking advice about specific health problems, you should consult a qualified health professional.

Ganoderma Products

Their Benefits and How to Use Them

Since every part of your body is made of cells, this process of natural cleansing and restoration enables your body to heal itself of any condition, allowing that sometimes, unfortunately, it can be too late.  Remember - Ganoderma does not cure anything.  What does it do?  It boosts the immune system, detoxifies and balances the body, and restores cells to normal condition.

Gamoderma may be safely taken with any medication, and will simply enhance its positive effects, at the same time reducing or eliminating adverse side effects.  If you are using blood-thinning agents, it is recommended that you consult your health professional prior to use of Ganoderma capsules, as it has a tendency to normalise blood consistency.  Please note that several of our members use Ganoderma capsules along with blood-thinning medications, without any adverse effect.

CAPSULES

The capsules are generally used in pairs, the 18 day old mushroom (GL) and the 90 day old adult mushroom (RG)

They may be taken separately if desired: 

GL is a potent immune system booster and brain food.  It can enhance the desire to learn, and also the ability to retain and recall information.

The RG capsule - the adult mushroom - is a potent de-toxifier.

IMPORTANT:  Refer to the Detoxification Guide Sheet

The Ganoderma capsules GL and RG are usually taken together, with water or juice at any time of the day, by people of any age.  They contain only the mushroom extract.  Some people who react severely to the detoxifying effect find that taking the GL in the morning and the RG in the evening produces milder effect. 

Remember:  Once you start de-toxifying, by all means halve your dose, but do notstop just because it is uncomfortable or even painful.  This is your immune system at work, cleaning toxins out of your body, and your immune system cannot harm you.  You must detoxify before your body can heal itself.  It is recommended that people suffering from stomach ulcers take the capsules with food. 

The capsules may also be twisted apart and used as a powder applied to open wounds or ulcers, or as a facial scrub, or in flavoured drinks for children who cannot swallow capsules. Member Price $14.85 (RG 30 & GL 30), $41.80 (RG 90 & GL 90)

TOOTHPASTE

Unlike some commercial toothpastes, this one does NOT contain the whitener/abrasive Aluminium Dioxide, the newly reclassified poison Fluoride, the highly addictive poisonous sweetener Aspartame, Phenylalanine (which becomes Formaldehyde in the body) the foaming agent Sodium Laureth Sulphate, the incendiary agent in cigarettes, Potassium Nitrate, or other harmful ingredients.

It contains Ganoderma, food gel and flavour as a binder and menthol

Inside the mouth:  It may be used for simply cleaning the teeth, gum strengthening around loose teeth, whitening, decay prevention, plaque removal and prevention, mouth ulcer pain relief, removal and prevention, and finally by gargling and swallowing, for tonsillitis, sore throat, upset stomach and diarrhoea.

Outside the mouth:  It may be used as a lotion on tinea, dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema, or as a pain relief lotion on joints, muscles, throat, etc.  Apply hot water to the area and apply a small amount of paste.  It may also be used directly from the tube as a paste on acne, boils, warts, moles, sun spots, skin cancers or any other abnormal cell condition.  For skin cancers, typically the abnormal cells may redden, then itch, then flake off to be replaced with pink healthy skin, or a core (root system) may emerge from the area.

Treatment is twice daily or as required for result.  It may also be used on insect bites, chafes, burns, cuts and scratches.  The menthol may sting broken or sensitive skin momentarily.  It may also produce a temporary reddening effect in some areas for some people.  .  Member Price: $8.25

zCOFFEE

The instant black coffee is Arabica coffee, and contains Ganoderma.  Arabica coffee grows only in areas over 1000 feet above sea level.  Not being subject to attack at this altitude, the bushes do not produce much protective caffeine, unlike the common commercial coffees (4%-5%).  It does not therefore need decaffeinating, and is naturally low in caffeine (about .06%).  It is also a smooth flavoursome coffee, and does not require artificial flavouring or additives.  The coffee is in boxes of 20 sachets, each of which contains the equivalent of 4 RG capsules, plus coffee, and makes up to 4 cups per sachet.  The coffee may be used by people with depression, and as an auxiliary means of taking Ganoderma.  Member Price $12.50

TEA

Spica Tea is a Chinese herbal tea, which is specially formulated with Ganoderma, Radix Glycyrrhzae and other natural herbs.  It is mild and does not contain caffeine, artificial colouring or preservatives.  It is suitable for people of all ages and may be used particularly for the respiratory and digestive systems, hot flushes and menopausal symptoms.  Place 1 teabag in 7 cups of boiling water for about 4 minutes, then let stand for 3 minutes, then save the tea bag.  Repeat the process when desired, up to twice more.  Each bag will make up to 4 litres (21 cups) of tea according to taste.  It will detoxify, and should be taken sparingly.  Member Price: $14.00

SOAP

The soap may be used as a scrub for all skin conditions, and as a beauty mask.  Apply to the skin, leave for 20 minutes, wash off.  It may also be used normally as a cleanser.  It may be used instead of shampoo, and for scalp conditions including cradle cap, dandruff, etc.  Ganozhi Soap contains Ganoderma extract and palm oil, to wash away dirt and gently cleanse the skin while preserving its natural oils.  It is suitable for people of all ages and for daily use. Member Price $6.60 (pair)

SHAMPOO

Ganozhi Shampoo contains Ganoderma extract and Vitamin B5 that revitalise the natural beauty of your hair and makes it naturally soft and healthy.  It is mild and gentle, suitable for all hair types, and for all scalp conditions.  It does not require a conditioner since it does not strip the nutrients from the hair.  Users may find restoration of hair colour over time, even hair thickening.  The shampoo may also be used as a lotion on bald heads, by massaging it into the scalp.  Users may find hair regrowth.  In all cases, apply, leave for 20 minutes, shower off. Member Price  $13.75

BODY FOAM

It may be used as a body wash, or as a lotion for all skin conditions.  It may also be used to relieve itching from Chickenpox, or other conditions including insect bites and rashes.  Apply, leave for several minutes, wash off.

Ganozhi Body Foam contains Ganoderma extract and Vitamin E that gently cleanse your skin while maintaining skin moisture.  It contains no artificial colouring and is suitable for all skin types.  Member Price: $13.75

SPIRULINA

Spirulina is alkaline in nature, and rich in antioxidants, chlorophyll and protein.  It is a wonderful companion to Ganoderma, putting alkalines into the body, while Ganoderma triggers the exiting of excess acids.  This speeds up the balancing of the body - a prerequisite to natural healing.  It is also the source of essential elements and vitamins, which may be missing from vegetarian diets.  Its importance cannot be overstated.  100% pure, natural, rich in nutrients Beta Carotene, Vitamin B Complex (including B12), Calcium, Iron and Magnesium.  Dosage is 4-6 tablets daily taken with water.  Member Price: $16.50 (120 tablets)  $55.00 (500 tablets)

MORINZHI

Morinzhi is a specially formulated concentrate of fermented botanical noni juice.  It is rich in enzymes, essential for the maintenance of a healthy digestive system.  The enzyme produced by the noni fruit is rich in Proxeronine and the Proxeronase.  This drink can be prepared by adding 2 tablespoons of Morinzyme noni concentrate into 1 glass of water.  It is best taken before meals or on an empty stomach 1-3 times per day.  Member Price $13.20 (1 X 285ml bottle)  $$55.00 (6 X 285ml bottles)   

Hello my name is Gail, and I just wanted to tell you about my 14 year old Toy poodle “Ben”. The Vet has been wanting to put my best friend down for the last 12 months. Ben and I had other Ideas.

He has Cancer, is totally deaf, almost blind, slept all day and all night and could hardly walk, not much pleasure in life for him. Also smelt dreadful.

Seven weeks ago I introduced my little pal to Ganoderma, the huge lump under his jaw has withered to size of a pencil about 3 inches long, and looks like it is almost ready to fall off, there is no more odour coming from him and his gums are all very healthy looking now. He plays and follows me around just like he used to and has even been for several walks this last week.

His eyes are much improved and no longer walks into glass doors. His nose is always wet now. I know he is old and so am I. We both wanted quality of life and take Ganoderma, Ben now has a better life style and can live the rest of his life in a healthier way ….. Oh yes he also has his teeth cleaned with Ganozhi, I’m sure he is smiling at me.  Regards  Gail O’brist

BILL SNOW'S STORY              I asked my friend Chris Morris to write my Ganoderma story.

From a wheel chair to .... I can Walk .. I can Drive again !

In 1991 I was diagnosed with a spinal degenerative disease, which left me unable to lift anything over 1 kg, and in constant pain which got progressively worse.  I needed frequent physiotherapy but after passing out after a session one day, I wasn’t allowed to have further treatment anywhere.  I was unable to leave the house except by ambulance from 1993 to 1996, when I got a wheelchair.  I have been using a wheelchair ever since.  I have been unable to obtain remedial treatment or relief from the condition no matter what I did.  I have had no feeling at all in my legs since 1991.

I began taking Ganoderma in March 2004. I take just one pair of capsules per day but after 9 weeks I wasn’t getting any better. In fact the pain was much worse so I decided to stop taking them. My wife insisted I give them a fair go so I eventually agreed, and after 16 weeks (in June) the pain stopped altogether. Now I am walking, sometimes without assistance, sometimes with a walking stick.  The feeling in my legs has returned, and is now completely normal.  I can drive my car again, for the first time in years.

Ganoderma actually saves me a lot of money as well. Since I no longer need the range of vitamins and minerals I was on.                                                                

Sept 2004  Yvonne Parnell:    I started taking Ganoderma in July....One of the main results so far is my improved sleeping., after many years of insomnia. Also a general feeling of energy and well-being.

Sept 2004   Coral Horton:    I began taking Ganoderma in March and I am amazed at how well I am coping with my increasingly busy lifestyle! My memory has improved along with my energy. All hail Ganoderma !!

Sept 2004   Anna Long:    Since taking Ganoderma in April I have experienced initial energy spurts and longer concentration. I have also started to detox which with patience will deal with various issues in the body, which will heal itself.    We give our 30kg. 13 year old dog a half capsule of each, and she has improved greatly. She was limping with arthritis, becoming incontinent and diahorrea. All those symptoms have gone after one month and she is now jumping around again !Sept 2004   Glenda Sedgeman:   I was born with Asthma as was most of my father`s family. The effects were severe and debilitating, necessitating large quantities of drugs. I was often confined to bed and hospitalised I was pleased to have a vast improvement using kinesiology. Imagine my delight to find that the Ganoderma which was taken for another reason has made an enormous difference and I am almost symptom-free.

Sept 2004 Anna Prince:   In January I was bitten by a spider, on the top of the arm, near the armpit. It was a big, red, weeping mess for 6 months. After one week of ingesting one pair of Gano capsules a day I noticed a big improvement. After two weeks  of applying the toothpaste  it was completely gone, with no scar. I have energy to burn, I am working harder at 56 than I did in my 40`s.  Ganoderma is fantastic!!All phone numbers of individual testimonies are available at  mailto:infoganoderma.com.au

Reishi: Positive Cancer Treatments

Translated from Japanese periodical, Chinese Traditional Medicine Part III, Page 12 - 23, ISBN4-88580-053-6 C-0077)

A doctor once said, "Cancer is a serious disease, but it is not fatal. Patients have a good chance to recover." This statement sounds consolatory but basing on our recent research data, it can very well be true.

The prestigious Japanese doctor, Dr Fukumi Morishige, M.D.,Phd., currently involved in the research of reishi's role in cancer control, is a researcher at the Linus Pauling Institute of Science & Medicine - an American institute that had been awarded the most Nobel prizes. He also occupies an important role in Europe's medical fields as well, and is the only Japanese authority employed by the international cancer group. The following is his speech and case reports on reishi.

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I have been a surgeon for 37 years and have performed numerous operations. I have a keen interest in surgery especially when I was young but gradually questions began to appear. I always feel that the ideal would be to induce the natural immunity power within oneself.

Being a surgeon, I had countless occasions to encounter cancer cases; however, the key to cancer controls is in its early detection, which is easier said than done. About one in a hundred would be considered a good percentage.

Nowadays, regular physical check-ups is the trend and this is good practice, but we have to realize that one cannot let our guards down just because cancer was not detected at the time of check-ups. People often suspect the physicians of misdiagnosing when cancer was detected at a later date. This notion is incorrect, as there are many undiscovered cases even with monthly check-ups. For example, in the case of penetrance type stomach cancer, it is one of the most difficult to detect and these account for about 25% of the cases, therefore, prevention is equally important.

It is better to employ preventive measures in the case of cancer but there are no set methods. One can always rely on dietary control, but here again it is not a prescribed regiment. The best method at the present is reishi. I do not know of its amazing effects until after I have used it and I am truly surprised. During my practice, I have obtained outstanding results using reishi either as preventive measures or during the course of treatments.

Earlier on, I have come across patients and their relatives praising the merits of reishi. But being a medical person, I have thought that it might have a slight effect on certain chronic diseases but on cancer, surely, must be greatly exaggerated.

Reishi's tremendous effect warrants further studies. In June of 1986, a 39-year-old female came to me with lung cancer and complications of the chest wall membrane. She had been told that she could not be operated on by a number of hospitals. She left in a hopeless state. Upon returning home, her husband started to feed her reishi. After my examination, I was surprised by the findings: 6 months ago, she had edema in the chest cavity, secondary to cancer and now the symptom had completely disappeared. For a person who have already made her funeral arrangement and waiting for death to rediscover there is hope
for life, is incredible. X-ray had presented an even better picture when I am going through her medical history. She insisted that this was the result of her husband giving her reishi. The edema had drained while the cancer tumor remained. On a rough calculation, this patient had used about 4 grams of reishi essence daily and this was quite a high dosage. We further undertook exploratory surgery and by using special freeze technique, it was possible to perform operations on chest membrane cancer. Looking at the x-ray, no cancerous cells were found. Only scar tissues were evident, which were different from cancer cells. I did a biopsy of the lung tissues and detected malignancy, but stable.

The next case involved a child with congenital liver cancer. He had one operation when he was 5 years old and later, had his small intestines removed due to metastasis. The treating doctor felt that the patient's condition was terminal and stopped treatment eventually. The boy's parents brought the patient home and fed him reishi through an N.G. tube (Nasogastric tube). The boy came to me when he was 9 and I was unable to detect any diseases. Nothing was found in the CT scan examination as well. Congenital liver cancer is a form of juvenile
carcinoma and I was much surprised that the patient recovered after just regular ingestion of several grams of reishi essence. He continues to take 2 grams of the essence daily. Even the boy knows that without the reishi he might not have lived today. Juvenile carcinoma is usually fatal, but then this patient remains alive and healthy with no physical ailments are truly amazing. This fact now calls for new consideration on my part. When a person recovers by undergoing no other treatment but reishi ingestion, it is obvious that reishi deserves further research.

I was provided with large quantities of reishi essence from a very reputable chemical company in Japan. I administer the same to my patients in mega dosage combined with Vitamin C. Within one year, about 500 kilograms of reishi essence (approximately 6000 kilograms of premium reishi) were used on my patients. An interesting fact have surfaced during my treatment is that where large doses of reishi essence induce melena ( i.e. several grams or more daily), combination with Vitamin C put a stop to this.

Furthermore, numerous observations have confirmed the fact that cancer patients are generally more susceptible to contract other diseases dueto their lowered body resistance. However, after being treated with reishi, complications due to such inflections are greatly diminished. I have assigned random cancer patients to administer reishi essence with a control group of patients with other illness, e.g. arthritic rheumatism, chronic bronchitis, hepatitis etc., that is, people with lowered body resistance to diseases.

Immunogloburin test determines the level of immunity. We have found that after ingesting reishi, level of IgA, IgG, IgM have increased. This proves that reishi can elevate the body's resistance level.

At this time, I have 140 cancer patients. All have metastic cancer except 6 with breast cancer and 60 are being hospitalized. We have zeroed in on these cancer patients. Up to today (spring of 1988), about 300 patients have undergone testing.

WHY IS REISHI EFFECTIVE AGAINST CANCER: POLYSACCHARIDES

Before I give case examples, I would like to unveil the secret of why reishi is so effective in the treatment of cancer. The conclusion is not fully understood at the present time and when it is, then, men would have found the ultimate cure for cancer. Employing all the latest medical technology, it is found that the polysaccharides in reishi are effective in suppressing cancerous cells. Japanese scientists are the first in making this discovery. Perhaps this had something to do with the fact that the country employs herbal medicine in treatment of diseases and conducts vigorous researches into polysaccharides. This fact is recognized in North America and is further awaiting findings from such Japanese researches.

WHY ARE POLYSACCHRIDES IN REISHI EFFECTIVE IN THE TREATMENT OF CANCER

Polysaccharides are made up of a high number of molecular components - up to millions of atoms and this makes it difficult to be absorbed into the human body system. In order to make it easily assimilated, its high count has to be lowered and using Vitamin C with reishi does just that. The polysaccharides are converted into oligoglucan that has a low molecular count and can be easily absorbed. It in turns stimulates the macrophage, which triggers the immune system in our body. Macre meaning big. This type of cell can devour any foreign organisms. They are not active when the body is functioning normally, but, in the presence of foreign organisms (e.g. bacteria), they become very active in attacking such bacterial foreign matters. The white blood cells in the blood stream comprise the initial defense against
diseases but they are ineffective in chronic cases or malignant type of matters, at which time, the lymphocyte becomes the second line of defense. Failing that, the last defense will be the macrophage - it is like a sleeping lion being awakened to attack with truly exceptional result! They are capable of sweeping away any foreign organisms thus destroying the cancerous cells in the process. Under the microscope, the macrophage is observed to be one tenth the size of a cancer cell, yet, it possesses the power to destroy the latter. From this, we can understand their invaluability to the human body. However, the macrophage cannot be easily activated. We have found that aggregated atoms are responsible for this activation of the macrophage, and reishi contains the substance to manufacture these aggregated atoms.

REISHI - A HIGH MOLECULAR POLYSACCHARIDES

Earlier a patient with high blood pressure had inquired into the effects of reishi. I had told him that there was certainly no harm in trying as I had conducted research at that time.

One fact is: even a diluted dose of reishi essence lowers blood pressure. However this patient had maintained his blood pressure level after reishi ingestion. Following my suggestion to ingest Vitamin C together with reishi, his blood pressure dropped to an acceptable level. The reason for this is, as mentioned previously, reishi contains up to a million atoms and cannot be easily absorbed into the body; therefore, one should combine it with Vitamin C.

Seventeen years ago, I have conducted research into the Vitamin C's ability to break down
polysaccharides. At that time, the method of viscosity gauge has been employed. Placing Vitamin C into a measure of polysaccharide substance, a decrease of the polysaccharides molecular count is indicated by a drop in the viscosity. Thus, confirming Vitamin C's ability of dissolving polysaccharides.

Animal experiments have shown that all forms of sugar can be absorbed but are just the opposite in human, why? This has some correlation with Vitamin C - human body is unable to manufacture Vitamin C, while animals can. This is the reason why we need to combine the intake of Vitamin C with reishi.

New medical findings indicate that there is no harm in taking high dosage of Vitamin C daily. Dr. Linus Pauling, who is now in his 80's, ingests 18 grams of Vitamin C daily, and I ingest 12 grams a day. I believe a healthy person needs a supplement of 1 gram to 2 grams a day, that is 1,000 - 2,000 mg. This can contribute greatly to one's well being.

Now let us look at some reishi usage case studies.

1. Brain tumor patient recovering consciousness in just 2 months.

We have made many discoveries. Using brain disease patients as examples, one 70 years old plus patient in the hospital had a 5 cm brain tumor. He had already lost consciousness despite surgery. He began the reishi treatment around June of 1986 and by September, he had recovered his senses, but the size of the tumor had remained the same. However by December, the tumor had decreased in size, even the neurologist was amazed. The patient now feels very well. Initially he was administered 6 grams of reishi essence through a stomach tube. After the recovery of his senses, oral intake was administered. The
patient did not like the bitter taste of reishi essence, so the amount was reduced to 3 grams. Although the dosage had been reduced, his brain tumor eventually shrunk to about 1 cm. With the return of his memory, he left the hospital and stayed home with the family instead.

2. Recession of lung cancer within 6 months.

I once treated a fifty plus female patient who had breast cancer. After her breast surgery, she had developed metastasis lung cancer. Later she deteriorated to hemoptysis. She began to use about 6 gm. of reishi daily for 6 months and the cancerous lung tumor disappeared. Before, she is often short of breath, but now she can walk up the stairs effortlessly. Therefore, she has complete confidence in the continuation of the reishi treatment.

3. Breast cancer cured in 2 months with mega dosage.

This patient had breast cancer and the cancer cells had metastases to the bones. She had not been able to move from the head down. The pain was excruciating. Luckily, her digestive system was not affected and she was able to take 9 grams of reishi essence daily, which was later increased, to 20 grams. In just 2 months, she felt no pain. She had been discharged from the hospital after she made progress in her walking ability.

4. Cancer of rectum spreading to the liver with remarkable recovery in 6 months.

Some time ago, this patient came to the hospital for treatment of metastasis of rectal cancer to the liver. He was given 6 grams of reishi essence. In 6 months, CT scanning reported that the cancerous tumor had decreased to about 1 cm in size, but the CT specialists did not believe in the merits of reishi and insisted that there was a mistake in the scanning. I was angered by this and argued that not only had the patient's CEA swelling came down but his general health had also improved. Was it not enough proof? Ordinarily, it is difficult to treat rectal cancers. Some cases are even terminal. This patient had such a smooth recovery that could only be credited to reishi. Generally speaking, it is easier to treat rectal tumor under
3 cm in size.

5. Pancreas cancer patient can walk again.

A 60 year old male pancreas cancer patient had surgery and was in a better state for a while, but later deteriorated. He had edema and lost weight. Examination results revealed that he had extremely high count of CA19-9CEA. I informed him that with his present treatment he would die within a short period of time. I advised him to be hospitalized. Due to financial reasons, he was given another kind of medication but he reacted unfavorably to it. Therefore, we had to change his treatment to 9 grams of reishi essence orally and 30 grams of Vitamin C through intravenous injection daily. This began from August of 1986 which was over 1 year ago. The patient had since completely recovered and various examinations could not detect symptoms of any kind. He has gone back to work but continues to take 5 grams of reishi daily. He comes for a follow-up examination every 2 weeks and repeat CEA examinations
show that his CA19-19 counts continues to drop.

There is many more such cancer cases in my hospital. Although cancer cases involving the brain, lungs and liver are more serious, I feel that it is easier to treat than the cases involving the digestive organs. It is harder for the patients of the latter to ingest reishi orally.

Besides cancer, reishi is also very effective in the treatment of hepatitis. With the use of 1 gram to 3 grams of reishi essence daily, hepatitis patients will have tremendous recovery results.

6. Hepatitis cured with reishi.

One patient who had hepatitis for a few years and his SGOT & SGPT count was 200 - 300. Normal range is under 30. I administered 3 grams of reishi daily and in about 2 -3 months his SGOT & SGPT dropped to around 50. Even this is still higher than normal, continuous use will bring it in range. During this time, I asked him to stop using reishi and immediately the count shot up to between 150 - 200. The count dropped when treatment resumed. Thus proving the effect of reishi on hepatitis. A combination with the use of Vitamin C is essential. Under these conditions, 6 grams of Vitamin C is needed, i.e. 3 grams of reishi essence with 6 grams of Vitamin C. We must understand that hepatitis is a chronic disease and
relapse is ever present. It is necessary to continue the intake of reishi (using smaller dosage) even after one's recovery from hepatitis. Prevention is always the best measure.

Reishi is just as effective against other chronic diseases and optimum results are obtained when combined with the intake of Vitamin C. Especially true for long term prevention use.

In conclusion, reishi has been proven to exert significant effect on diminishing pain, fortifying the body's immune system and prolonging life. Even though its role in cancer control has not been determined 100 percent yet. Medications presently employed to combat cancer have their effect but unfortunately these also produce serious side effects. Reishi have a history of 3,000 years, during which time it is widely used by many people with no reported unfavorable side effects. I therefore recommend reishi for treatment and prevention as a safety measure. I hope that people from all walks of life will take a concerned interest and share in this project. Hopefully, in the very near future, reishi can bring a brighter outlook to the human race in the conquest of longevity.