Holistic Chiropractor, Chandler, AZ » Boost Immune Function http://desertdove.com Appointments: 480-899-3683 Sat, 19 May 2012 03:41:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.1 Mushrooms: A Natural Way to Boost Your Immune System http://desertdove.com/2010/07/19/mushrooms-a-natural-way-to-boost-your-immune-system/ http://desertdove.com/2010/07/19/mushrooms-a-natural-way-to-boost-your-immune-system/#comments Mon, 19 Jul 2010 22:50:11 +0000 Josh Phillips http://desertdove.com/?p=412 Continue reading →]]> Mushrooms contain complex carbohydrates and polysaccharides which increase our bodies immunity.  Research strongly supports mushroom’s ability to prevent and even heal many ailments and conditions from cancer to a common cold.  Here’s a short list of the mushrooms and some of the positive effects to eat for good health.

Maitake:  Stimulates the immune cells in an anti-cancer fashion, lowers blood pressure, improves blood sugar

Reishi:  Improves blood sugar, blood pressure, fat metabolism, inflammation

Butten:  Increases vitamin D in the body (strengthens bones), helps create hormones, has a host of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capacity

Shitake:  Boosts immunity, fights infection, prevents tumor growth

Portobello:  Improves thyroid function, reduces plaque build up in arteries

When shopping: Make sure your mushrooms are firm, plump, fresh and wash them up.  Also it’s advisable to refrain from wild mushrooms, some of which can be lethal!

In Health & Service,

Dr. Phillips

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