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Royal jelly can be used as an anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-biotic, tonic, nutritive, and anti aging for the body and the skin. Royal Jelly contains natural gelatin and can help produce natural collagen for bones, joints, tendons and skin.  Royal Jelly also has nutrients that are necessary for keeping the eyes healthy among with other benefits such as, sexual improvement of both male and female, increase stamina, perseverance, and energy.  Royal Jelly can be used for its great source of protein and can also be an excellent source of natural steroid for body builders and marathon runners.

No. Royal jelly promotes weight loss as it is showing in studies that it can boost the body metabolism.

Because each person is different, the results may vary.  Some may see results within weeks while others may take as long as months to see the beneficial affects of Royal jelly .

Researchers have identified that water-soluble polysaccharides are the most active element found in Red Lucid Ganoderma that have anti-tumor, immune modulating and blood pressure lowering effects. Another major active ingredient is triterpenes, called ganoderic acids. Preliminary studies have indicated that ganoderic acids help alleviate common allergies by inhibiting histamine release, improve oxygen utilization and improve liver functions.

No. According to classical literature, Lucid Ganoderma  is classified as a superior herb. Superior herbs are said to be non-toxic and can be consumed in large quantities and for a long period without any side effects. After 2,000 years, there are still no side effects reported in available literature and clinical studies. However, sensitive individuals may experience some detoxification symptoms such as mild digestive upset, dizziness, sore bones, and skin rashes during the initial period of intake. This is the excretion of accumulated toxic matters from modern day foods and vigorous activities of the body metabolism. These are all normal signs of recovery and an indication that the medicinal effect of Red Lucid Ganoderma  is functioning well.

Furthermore, in American Herbal Pharmacopoeia®'s published monograph on Lucid Ganoderma  mushrooms, Lucid Ganoderma  is classified as "Class 1: Herbs that can be safely consumed when used appropriately (McGuffin and others 1997). No side effects were reported in the available clinical literature. Clinicians have reported occasional mild digestive upset and skin rashes in sensitive individuals. These side effects are usually of short duration."

Yes. Lucid Ganoderma is a natural health supplement and there are no reported contraindications in over 2,000 years of study. However, all immune-modulating substances such as Lucid Ganoderma should be taken with care for patients undergoing organ transplants and using immunosuppressive drugs. It is always a good idea to consult a qualified health physician before consuming any dietary supplements. Further information about theoretical drug interactions with Lucid Ganoderma can be found at the following website: Pharmasave - Library: Lucid Ganoderma  Mushroom.

Result varies from individual to individual. Normally, one can notice the beneficial effects from taking Lucid Ganoderma after about 10 days to two weeks. One can experience a significant difference with their overall well-being after taking Lucid Ganoderma continuously for two months.

Yes. Lucid Ganoderma is a health food supplement that is good for all age groups, including children and pregnant women. However, once again it is recommended to consult a qualified health physician when taking dietary supplements.

Lucid Ganoderma is best taken in the morning with an empty stomach. Drinking more water will also help enhance the effects of Lucid Ganoderma by helping the body get rid of poisonous waste.

It is also recommended to take Vitamin C with Lucid Ganoderma as this will assist the body in absorbing the active ingredients in Lucid Ganoderma. Studies have shown that Vitamin C helps break down the complex polysaccarides into smaller manageable pieces for the body to absorb.

Only six kinds of Lucid Ganoderma have been studied in greater detail to uncover potential health benefits – red, black, blue, white, yellow and purple Lucid Ganoderma. Of these six types, black and red Lucid Ganoderma have demonstrated the most significant health-enhancing effects, and both are therefore widely used in the global health supplement market today. However, red Lucid Ganoderma has been proven to be the most effective in improving one’s overall health by enhancing the immune system, many bodily functions, and vital organs. Black Lucid Ganoderma  (Ganoderma sinensis), is fairly common and can be found in most Chinese herbal shops. This species of Ganoderma tends to be unevenly shaped and can measure up to ten inches in diameter, although most mature specimens are about six inches in diameter. The majority of Lucid Ganoderma  products that claim to be using "wild". Lucid Ganoderma generally use black Lucid Ganoderma. While it still possesses some value as a moderate herbal tonic, black Lucid Ganoderma is considered to be inferior to red Lucid Ganoderma because of its lower polysaccharide content.

No. Lucid Ganoderma can be taken at any time even when one is not ill. The primary benefit of Lucid Ganoderma is its ability to support and build the immune system. Hence, Lucid Ganoderma is beneficial even for a healthy person.

Nutritionists recommend the following:

• Refrain from using refined sugar. Substitute with pure honey or fruit sugar instead.
• Avoid processed foods (e.g. canned foods, instant noodles, soda pop, etc.)
• Eat a healthy mix of natural foods from each food group to maintain your nutritional balance. Include all types of vegetables in your diet, especially those with stalks and roots.
• Drink more water. Try to drink 8 glasses of water a day. This will prevent cellular dehydration and enhance your metabolic functions to rid your body of poisonous waste.

The nutritional value of Lucid Ganoderma  in its raw form is low without further processing. It is difficult for the body to absorb the active ingredients of Lucid Ganoderma without further processing. Traditionally, dried Red Lucid Ganoderma was cut into slices and boiled in hot water and then drunk in a tea/soup in order to properly digest the active ingredients. Now Japanese manufacturers of Lucid Ganoderma products use a refined and labor-intensive processing technique where raw Lucid Ganoderma is boiled multiple times at a high pressure and sanitary environment to properly extract the nutritional essence of Lucid Ganoderma . The majority of the Lucid Ganoderma products in the market place are made with the pulverized powder from the Lucid Ganoderma fruit body which is not refined further to produce the extracted essence powder. This process seriously impedes the ability for the human body to absorb it, thus lowering the medicinal value of the product.

While mushrooms such as shitake, maitake, and cordyceps, all share similar immune boosting properties, Red Lucid Ganoderma  has also the longest history and has been known to be effective in the treatment of the widest range of health conditions. Unlike other mushrooms, Red Lucid Ganoderma also has many important compounds such as triterpenes (ganoderic acid) that gives Lucid Ganoderma  its characterisic bitter taste.

In order to ensure the highest quality Lucid Ganoderma harvest, growing conditions require:

• The soil must provide enough nutrients and at the right humidity level during the growing period
• The environment for Lucid Ganoderma, especially red Lucid Ganoderma must meet the four special temperature requirements
• Lucid Ganoderma grows in Phu Si Son mountain in Japan achieves the highest quality due to the perfect climate.  With snow in the winter, humidity level at 70 F degrees in the summer, total darkness at night and complete sunlight during the day, it is perfect for the growing of red Lucid Ganoderma.

The following table was found in a published article titled Medicinal mushrooms: their therapeutic properties and current medical usage with special emphasis on cancer treatments from Cancer Research UK.

Table - Pharmacological effects of whole Lucid Ganoderma  extracts in vivo and in vitro:

• Analgesic
• Anti-allergic activity
• Bronchitis-preventative effect, inducing regeneration of
• bronchial epithelium
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antibacterial, against Staphylococci, Streptococci, and
• Bacillus pneumoniae (perhaps due to increased immune system activity)
• Antioxidant, by eliminating hydroxyl free radicals
• Anti-tumor activity
• Antiviral effect, by inducing interferon production
• Lowers blood pressure
• Enhances bone marrow nucleated cell proliferation
• Cardiotonic action, lowering serum cholesterol levels with no effect on triglycerides, enhancing myocardial metabolism of hypoxic animals, and improving coronary artery hemodynamics
• Central depressant and peripheral anticholinergic actions on the autonomic nervous system reduce the effects of caffeine and relax muscles
• Enhanced natural killer cell (NK) activity in vitro in mice
• Expectorant and antitussive properties demonstrated in mice studies
• General immunopotentiation
• Anti-HIV activity in vitro and in vivo
• Improved adrenocortical function
• Increased production of Interleukin-1 by murine peritoneal macrophages in vitro
• Increased production of Interleukin-2 by murine splenocytes in vitro

Key active constituents :

• Beta and hetero-Beta-glucans (anti-tumor, immunostimulating )
• Ling Zhi-8 protein (anti-allergenic, immuno-modulating)
• Ganodermic acids – triterpenes (anti-allergenic agents, cholesterol and blood pressure reducing)

Because we believe in the healing powers of this herbal dietary supplement, Duoc Thao Tre Xanh is committed to providing high quality Lucid Ganoderma (Lingzhi) capsules at the lowest price possible.

It is a natural supplement extracted from the young antler in a cartilaginous state, harvested both for its nutritional and medicinal values.

Velvet Antler has been known for over 2,000 years. Its medicinal value was recognized by the Romans and central Europeans who used it for promoting wellbeing and good health.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has used Velvet Antler as a medicinal herb for centuries. Velvet Antler is said to fortify the Yang and to increase the natural flow of chi (vital energy) through the kidneys thereby assisting to regulate the function of the adrenal cortex and restore a person's natural vitality.  Velvet Antler supplements is also taken before the winter seasons to boost the immune system and to promote growth and vitality in children.

Velvet Antler has been recognized in Russia for its value as a health supplement and therapeutic tonic, and as a sports performance enhancer, this lead many researches looking into its properties, energy, stamina enhancement, and Pantocrin or Velvet Extract.

Traditional usage and strong evidence are now being shown by research to have significant therapeutic effects, validating its use and making a compelling case for its inclusion as a supplement in our every day life.