Hericium
Hericium lat. Hericium erinaceus, also called hedgehog spiky beard, is a fungus species that is found as a wound parasite on the older trees in Europe and Asia, but rarely occurs. It is edible and contains many amino acids that humans have to supply with food. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is used for stomach and respiratory problems, nervous disorders, high cholesterol, cancer and weakened immune system. This traditional application is confirmed by research from Asia. Hericium is said to have an anti-inflammatory and calming effect on the gastric and intestinal mucous membranes and to help with gastritis, reflux, heartburn and hyperacidity. He is also said to fight Helicobacter pylori bacteria in the stomach that cause stomach pain and inflammation of the gastric mucosa. In the above-mentioned complaints also recommends a study at the doctor, who can detect the infestation with Helicobacter pylori.
Hericium can also have a positive effect on chronic inflammatory diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It also reports on its antitumour effect of the contained polysaccharides in sarcoma 180, gastric cancer, colon cancer and esophageal cancer. The ingredients of the Hericium: Hericenone and Erinacin to stimulate the nerve growth factor (NGF) and promote the regeneration of the nerves, which in every nerve damage (after stroke, diabetes, multiple Schlerose) is of importance. Hericium is also said to improve memory and concentration and also has a beneficial effect on Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Hericium should have the ability to bind the heavy metals.
Composition: Hericium extract 10: 1 standardized to 20% of polysaccharides 250mg, filler cellulose, capsules of gelatin
Dosage: take up to 2 capsules a day for about 15 minutes before eating