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chromogenic complex, which exerts a protective effect on
tissues. Chaga is also rich in superoxide dismutase (SOD), a
potent antioxidant enzyme that scavenges tissue-damaging
free radicals. It is considered to be a powerful adaptogen that
strengthens the body’s resistance to stress. Its active
constituents are believed to be polysaccharides, triterpenes,
and sterols. It has anti-inflammatory, anticancer,
antimutagenic, antiviral, analgesic, hepatoprotective,
immuno-stimulating, and hypoglycemic effects. It is also a
rich source of beta glucans that possess immunomodulating
activity.
Cordyceps contains polysaccharides, sterols, peptides, fatty
acids, vitamins, minerals, and nucleotides, and have been
found to support the heart, lungs, kidneys, adrenals, and
immune system. They are commonly used to increase energy,
endurance, and sexual vitality. Cordyceps has antioxidant,
free radical-scavenging, anticancer and hypoglycemic
properties.
Shiitake demonstrates anticancer benefits not by directly
attacking cancer cells, but by enhancing the immune system.
It is used in Japan to help support immune function in cancer
patients. It also has immunomodulating, antibacterial,
antiviral, anti-parasitic, hepatoprotective, and cardiovascular
effects.
Lions Mane is used in traditional Chinese medicine to
increase strength and vigor, and to improve digestion. Its
polysaccharides have been shown to have cytotoxic effects in
cancer cells. Lions Mane is unique in that is supports brain
health. It contains nerve growth factors (NFG’s), which are
involved in the growth of neurons.
Poria cocos demonstrates anti-cancer and
immunomodulatory activities. Its main chemical constituents
include triterpenoids, polysaccharides, ergosterol, caprylic
acid, undecanoic acid, lauric acid, dodecenoic acid, and
palmitic acid. In Chinese medicine it is used to treat
conditions of the heart, lungs, kidneys, and spleen. In cancer
therapy it is used to lessen the side effects of chemotherapy,
strengthen the body, increase appetite, and improve body
weight.
Fomes fomentarius has a long history of use as a styptic to
stop bleeding and as a vulnerary to heal wounds. In China it
has been used to treat cancers of the stomach, uterus, and
esophagus. It exhibits antibacterial, antiviral, and antitumor
properties, which are believed to be primarily attributed to its
iodine content and to a substance it contains called
fomentariol.
Agaricus blazei, native to Brazil, is widely cultivated in Japan
for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat many
diseases including cancer, chronic hepatitis, diabetes,
cardiovascular disease, and AIDS. It supports the immune
system and has shown immunomodulating and antitumor
activity.
Mesima, also known as Phellinus Linteus, contains beta D-
glucan and lectin, which enhance immune activity, and a
compound called interfungins A, which has been reported to
help balance blood sugar levels. It also exhibits antioxidant,
anticancer, and antibacterial effects. It has been used to treat
gastroenteric dysfunction, and can help in conditions of
constipation, diarrhea, and irritable bowel.
Tramella is thought of as a tonic to the immune system and
has been traditionally used in Chinese medicine as a
treatment for exhaustion and debility. It enhances immune
function and leukocyte activity and is anticancer. It contains
the acidic polysaccharide glucuronoxylomannan. Clinically,
Tramella has been shown to be an effective treatment for
chemotherapy-induced leukopenia.
Velvet Foot, known in China and Japan as Enokitake, is
traditionally used in Chinese medicine to treat liver disease
and gastric ulcers. It is anticancer and antitumor, and contains
the beta-glycoprotein Proflamin, which has been used as a
combination therapy in cancer treatment.
Zhu Ling (Polyporus umbellatus) has been traditionally used
to treat edema, urinary problems, vaginal discharge,
jaundice, and diarrhea. It possesses diuretic activities and has
been used in the treatment of kidney diseases. It has
anticancer, immuno-enhancing, and hepatoprotective
properties.
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Product Reference Guide: Willner Chemists Phyto-Tech™ Herbal Supplements
G
inseng is an adaptogen--a substance that
helps the body respond to stress. It has
been used in Asia for centuries. American
ginseng, native to North America and
cultivated in China, is in such high demand
that some U.S. states have declared it an
endangered species.
In this study, 24 men and women with type
2 diabetes, overweight with elevated long-
term average blood sugar levels (HbA1C),
took a placebo or 1,000 mg of American
ginseng per day, in alternating eight-week
phases.
While the placebo group did not improve,
during the ginseng phase, LDL, the "bad"
cholesterol, decreased an average of 12.3
percent, and the ratio of LDL to HDL, the
"good" cholesterol, decreased 13.9 percent.
Long-term and fasting blood sugar levels also
declined, by 0.29 percent and 12.78
milligrams per deciliter of blood, respectively.
Systolic blood pressure also declined by an
average of 5.6 mmHg for ginseng. (Reference:
European Journal of Nutrition; February,
2018, Published Online)
Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone
in the body best known for regulating the
natural sleep-wake cycle. Recent research has
expanded to include cognitive,
musculoskeletal, and metabolic health. In this
review, doctors analyzed findings from eight
placebo-controlled trials of melatonin and
lipids covering people aged 16 to 74.
Overall, those taking melatonin saw an
average reduction in total cholesterol of 18.48
milligrams per deciliter of blood (mg/dL), and
32.54 mg/dL lower triglycerides. The best
results occurred in studies lasting at least eight
weeks that used doses of melatonin of at least
8 mg per day. (Reference: Clinical Nutrition
Journal; November, 2017, Published Online)
When evaluating the benefits of nutritional
and herbal supplements, it is important to
realize that most supplements exert numerous
health enhancing actions.
Ginseng and Melatonin Improve
Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Health
Willner Chemists
Product Recommendations
by Arnie Gitomer
American Ginseng 400 mg
.is
available under the
Willner Phyto-Tech™
label
Product Number: 60122.
This product is also ORGANIC!
Another product is made b
Imperial Elixir
American Ginseng 1,000 mg
per 2 capsules,
Product Number: 36427
Melatonin
is available in strengths
ranging from 0.3 mg. all the way up to
20 mg. There is a 1 mg., 2 mg., 2.5
mg, 3 mg., 5 mg., 10 mg., 20 mg.
There are tablets, capsules, chewable
tablets, nuggets and liquids. The only
strength not available is the 8 mg. that
was used in the study.
My suggestion would be to use
a 5 mg. and a 3 mg.
Solgar
has a 5 mg. Nugget
Product Number: 66133
and also a 3 mg. Nugget
Product Number: 58190
NOW
vitamins,
Source Naturals
,
Jarrow
, and
Life Extension
are some
other companies that have
Melatonin
products.
The pharmacists and nutritionists at Willner Chemists will be happy
to help you choose the formulation best for your specific needs.
