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More
Information:
Other
Common Names
Coriolus Versicolor
Page
Number In Radiant Health
not in book
Pharmaceutical
Latin
Coriolus Versicolor
Pinyin
Yun Zhe Xe Se
Treasures
Qi
Treasure
Rating
**1/2
Atmospheric
Energy
Neutral
Taste
Bitter and Sweet
Part
Used and Form
whole mushroom including the mycelium and fruiting body
Primary
Functions
To fortify the defense and to dispel damp
Qualities
The entire mushroom (mycelium and fruiting body) is used
to fortify the immune system. The polysaccharides found
in the mycelium and from fermentation liquid each have
significant anti-carcinogenic activity. This whole
polysaccharide is used as a drug against malignant
tumors in Japan. Coriolus has been found to be an
interferon-inducing substance. In China, Coriolus is
used for viral infections of the liver, including
hepatitis B and chronic hepatitis, and it is used as a
preventive and curative drug for liver cancer. However,
it is so safe that it is also sold over the counter as
an immune system strengthening tonic in herb stores.
Primary
Combinations
Always used in combination with other immune system
stimulating herbs. Combine with:
1. Astragalus, Ganoderma, Codonopsis, Cordyceps,
Gynostemma to strengthen the immune system
Varieties
and Grading
Not generally available in bulk in America
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