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