 FUNGALORE INGREDIENTS
"I feel so clear it seems all my prayers before tonight were obscured in some
way". Rodney, Calif.
"Clarity is a good word to describe how
I felt, I got a lot done that day". Keith, Calif.
"I felt grim before taking it but then
started dancing! Could it do that?" Margaret, Calif.
FUNGALORE was developed by practitioners of
traditional medicine and diplomates of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbalism. These people
recognized the need for a product that was potentially mood enhancing, lifting to
awareness and thermogenic but was not as likely to cause the 'burnout', depression and
depletion associated with many energizing substances. FUNGALORE attempts to balance the
stimulating but sometimes slightly harsh effects of Ma huang, (and to a lesser extent)
Green tea and Kola nut with the traditionally 'regulating' and 'building' properties of
all out other main ingredients.
FUNGALORE was formulated to address all five
'energetic elements' of Traditional Chinese Medicine as well as to provide the four types
of tonification: energy (qi), blood, yin and yang, with an emphasis on qi and yang. Since
from a traditional perspective this formula is strongly 'warming' and 'invigorating' its
potential metabolic lift may not be needed by everyone and daily usage of large amounts is
not suggested.
FUNGALORE is intended for use as an
occasional food supplement. No health claims are made for our products. Our information is
offered in a solely educational and historical context. Those individuals experiencing
health problems are advised to seek assistance from the qualified health professional of
their choice.
FUNGALORE INGREDIENTS:
'Mushroom of Immortality' fungus, Reishi,
'Spirit Plant' 'Herb of Spiritual Potency', - Ganoderma lucidum - This fungus has been
used for over 4000 years in China. It was and is considered to have a profound influence
on physical/mental/spiritual wellbeing. Modern animal studies indicate immune stimulating
activity for Ganoderma polysaccharides, blood-pressure lowering activity for its
triterpenes, anti-allergic activity for its unsaturated fatty acids, liver-protective
activity for its sterols and both pain-reducing and heart-regulating activity for its
adenosine content. Before cultivation techniques developed in the last 20 years, Ganoderma
was extremely rare and costly, often being reserved for royalty . 1 White Ginseng root,
'White Man Root', 'King of Herbs', 'Divine Herb' - Panax ginseng - Ginseng is perhaps the
most famous Asian medicine. Its name Panax is said to come from the same word-root as our
word 'panacea', which means a cure-all . Ginseng may not be a cure-all, but it does seem
to have many fascinating effects on 'energy' in the body. A certain ginseng root is listed
as the most expensive herb in the Guiness Book of World Records, it sold for over 10 times
its weight in gold! Traditionally used for debility of body/mind/spirit, modern studies
indicate it may help one adapt to stress by both exciting and calming different parts of
the Central Nervous System at the same time. It is said to help nerves carry messages
faster and respond sooner, to regulate heartbeat and to reduce fatigue and exhaustion from
various kinds of stress. 2,3 Green tea leaf -Thea sinensis - This plant is used regularly
by roughly one billion (1,000,000,000) people. Traditionally used to enliven the mind,
dispel headaches and aid digestion of fats, the ritual of tea drinking is enjoyed
literally around the world by young and old on any given day. Modern research indicates
green tea is among the best sources of substances called polyphenols or catechins. These
substances are shown to reduce cancer and inflammation, protect the heart and liver,
stimulate the immune-system and kill germs. 4, 5 Ma huang twig, Joint Fir - Ephedra sinica
- This herb was traditionally used to 'circulate energy', for various lung problems and
for fluid retention. Modern research has led to the widespread use of (now man-made)
ephedrine for asthma which was originally found in this plant. Other actions include
lowering body temperature, opening lung passages, raising blood-pressure and stimulating
the nervous-system. The herb Ephedra contains some both blood pressure raising
(vasoconstrictive ephedrine) and blood pressure lowering (vasodilatory pseudoephedrine)
compounds. Pseudoephedrine is the source of the name 'Suda-fed' (registered trademark),
now another widely used isolated chemical also found in Ephedra. Some historians have even
suggested that this herb was used in one of the variations of or substitutes for SOMA, the
famous sacramental drink of ancient India. Ephedra is considered to release stored energy
while Ganoderma, Ginseng, Astragalus, Cordyceps and Dang gui are considered to help create
greater reserves of energy. Please read complete label or flyer warning which this herb is
the reason for . 2, 3 Astragalus root, Milk-vetch root - Astragalus membranaceous - This
herb has been used traditionally to increase 'energy' (qi) and 'surface immunity' (wei-qi)
as well as to regulate sweating and fluid retention and prevent prolapse. The American
Cancer Society published an article in Cancer Magazine stating that a liquid extract of
Astragalus helped restore normal immune response in 90% of cancer patients tested. This
herb also appears to decrease T-suppressor cells and thus increases T-cells so is being
tested for treatment in H.I.V. . In animal studies this herb also lowers blood pressure,
protects the kidneys and liver and increases endurance. 2, 3 'Guru Nut', Kola Nut - Kola
acuminata - This exciting nut has been chewed as a digestive stimulant for centuries in
Africa. It was also traditionally considered to be an aphrodisiac. Like green tea it
contains 'antioxidant' catechins and natural caffeine and caffeine-like compounds (such as
theine in tea and theobromine in Kola). It and coca leaves were the two original herbal
stimulants in 'Coca-cola'. 5 Cordyceps fungus, Chinese caterpillar fungus, 'Winter-worm
Summer-grass' - Cordyceps sinensis - Like Ganoderma, this fungi was once very rare,
expensive and reserved for royalty but in recent years cultivation techniques have made
possible concentrated extracts of this material . This herb was made more famous recently
after the last Olympics when a Chinese woman's track team won several world records and
the coach said they used this herb daily during training. Its powers were first discovered
as it fruited on caterpillar larvae and yaks eating it wanted to mate soon afterwards.
This once carnivorous fungus is now grown on a vegetarian base. Traditionally used (like
Ginseng) for lung and kidney problems as well as impotence, debility and aging. Modern
research indicates it also has cholesterol lowering, immune regulating, tumor and
tuberculosis inhibiting and liver enhancing actions. 1, 2 Asparagus root, Shiny Asparagus
root, 'Lush Winter Aerial Plant' - Asparagus lucidus - This herb has been used over 2000
years as a moisturizing tonic, to increase bodily fluids in general and to energetically
'cool' certain 'hot' conditions. A very close relative 'Shatavari' (Asparagus racemosus)
is much used in Indian Ayurvedic medicine where it is considered to increase feelings of
love and devotion. Modern research shows action against some cancers and several bacteria
. 2, 3, 6 Picrorrhiza rhizome, 'Barbarian Yellow-link', Kutki - Picrorrhiza kurroa - This
herb is traditionally used to 'cool' the body and especially the liver which could in
traditional theory result in less restlessness and irritabilty. Modern research indicates
actions on the lungs, liver and immune system. Similar species were used in both China and
India. In India it is called 'Kutki'. 2 Magnolia bark - Magnolia officinalis - This herb
is traditionally used to 'circulate energy' and aid digestion. Also, the 'dampness
resolving' property of the herb could in traditional theory result in a clearer awareness
and less mental slowness. 2, 7 Dang gui root, Chinese Angelica, 'State of Return' -
Angelica sinensis - This herb was used for over 2000 years to increase the quality,
quantity and movement of blood in the body. This found favor not only with women in
general but with many athletes and people in a weakened state. This herb is famous with
Ginseng (or Astragalus) for a warming 'energy and blood' tonification. Modern research
reveals vitamin B-12 and actions that appear to be blood pressure lowering, liver
protecting, pain reducing and mildly sedative. 2, 3, 7 'Buddha hand' peel - Citrus medica
var. sarcodactylis - This herb was traditionally used to 'circulate energy' and to aid
digestion as well as to 'smooth liver energy' which could have a beneficial effect in
freeing-up the emotions according to traditional theory. 2, 7 'Silver Tree-ear' fungus,
'White Tree-ear' - Tremella fuciformis - This fungus has been used over 2000 years,
primarily to increase fluids in the body, for dry coughs and for palpitations. Modern
research reveals B vitamins and minerals. Animal studies show polysaccharides which have
anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, blood thinning, cholesterol lowering, and 'antiaging'
activities. Human studies indicated both immune enhancing and liver protecting activity.
1, 2 'Poria Spirit' fungus, Tuckahoe, Indian Tuckahoe, Indian Bread - Poria cocos fungus -
(sclerotia with rootlets) This fungus has been used over 2000 years to 'calm the spirit',
stop palpitations, reduce anxiety and to aid digestion and fluid metabolism. Modern
studies reveal diuretic, tranquilizing, anti-tumor and immune stimulating activity. 1, 2
'Purple Radiant Stone', Amethyst - Amethystum - This mineral was traditionally used with
Astragalus, Dang gui, and 'Poria Spirit' fungus to prevent palpitations, anxiety,
disorientation and insomnia. The name comes from the Greek word-root meaning
'against-drunkenness', 'AMETHYST', since it was believed to clear the mind in Greece and
Europe also. It is composed of mostly silica. 2 Pearl - Margarita - This mineral was
traditionally used to decrease tremors, palpitations, fright and anger as well as to
'cool' the liver and 'clear' the vision. We use the cultured variety. It's composed of
mostly calcium. 2, 7
FUNGALORE is intended for use as an
occasional food supplement. No health claims are made for our products. Our information is
offered in a solely educational and historical context. Those individuals experiencing
health problems are advised to seek assistance from the qualified health professional of
their choice.
References: 1 - Hobbs, Christopher;
Medicinal Mushrooms; An Exploration of Tradition, Healing and Culture Botanica Press,
Santa Cruz, Calif., 1995 2 - Bensky and Gamble; Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica,
Revised Edition Eastland Press, Seattle, Wash., 1993 3 - Reid, Daniel; A Handbook of
Chinese Healing Herbs Shambhala Pub., Boston, Mass., 1995 4 - Leibovitz, Brian;
Polyphenols and Bioflavonoids, The Medicines of Tomorrow - Part 2 TOWNSEND LETTER for
DOCTORS, Port Townsend, Wash., May 1994 5 - Bibra, Baron Ernst von; Plant Intoxicants- A
Classic Text on the use of Mind-Altering Plants Healing Arts Press, Rochester, Ver., 1995
6 - Frawley and Lad; The Yoga of Herbs- An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine Lotus Press,
Twin Lakes, Wis., 1986 7 - Macciocia, Giovanni; The Foundations of Chinese Medicine- A
Comprehensive Text for Acupucturists and Herbalists Churchill Livingstone Inc., N.Y.,
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