Nutritionist Ken Babal provides an easy-to-understand overview of reishi, shiitake, maitake, tremella, lion's mane mushrooms and more. and evaluates their nutritional, medicinal, and culinary value. Mushrooms are considered the highest of tonics, promoting overall well being and vibrant health. Scientific studies show that certain mushrooms have potent immune-enhancing, anti-tumor properties that can be beneficial as cancer treatments as well as benefit overall health. Learn about their health-promoting properties, how to obtain them, and how to use them. Tables illustrate which mushrooms contain anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-allergenic and anti-inflammatory properties. Also included are a dozen recipes for delicious dishes with medicinal mushrooms as ingredients.
