Why Bother With a Healthier Coffee?

Here is Joan Maxymuik's Story:

Several years ago Joan had life-saving surgery that left her with a severely compromised immune system. Joan spent vast amounts of time and money, trying to bring her body back to a healthy state, only to be disappointed with the results. Joan was unable to work and was bedridden with flu's and viruses each winter for nearly the entire season.













April 2004

Three years ago, a friend of Joan's gave her a cup of Healthier Coffee made with the "King of Herbs, Ganoderma Lucidum, and the tremendous health improving benefit Joan has received from this product is nothing short of miraculous. Like most North Americans, Joan had spent many years trying to eliminate regular coffee from her diet, on doctor's orders, because of the terrible migraines Joan would get and the build up of acidity in her body.

Much to Joan's amazement, when she started drinking Healthier Coffee not only did her headaches disappear but also her acid reflux.

But that was only the start...

Because of being constantly ill, Joan wanted to strengthen her overall health so she started taking the Ganoderma Lucidum capsules. There was a remarkable turn-around in Joan's health and she was getting a better night's sleep, a feeling of well-being during the day and the brain fog started to dissipate. Joan's allergies and sinus problems were not bothering her as much and the aches and pains started going away.













April 2006

Joan tells us, "I continued to up my dose each week until I got to the eighth week, the height of detoxification for me, and then each week thereafter I lessened my dosage and leveled off at a dose that was best for me.

It has been over three years since I started taking Ganoderma Lucidum and I am now able to manage my household, look after my 87 year old mother and run my business full-time. I have more energy and mental clarity than I have had for many years."













March 2007

Ganoderma has had such a positive effect on Joan's life that she decided she had to share her story and her passion with as many people as she could, so Joan became an affiliate and in three years she has built a very successful home-based business sharing products and her story, employing her teaching and training skills to help bring health and financial freedom to as many people as she can.

Click on JavaJoan to view my website. JavaJoan













November 2007

The pictures of Joan from the top are two driver license photos, the oldest first, third, a more recent photo and last, a very recent photo of her and Johnny. There is no doubt that you can see the progression back to a quality life by Joan using the miraculous "King of Herbs" Ganoderma Lucidum to improve her health.

Science of Ganoderma

Ganoderma Lucidum is the Best
China Times - 16th August 1996

The mysteries of Ganoderma Lucidum have been revealed throughout Taiwan in recent years when many experts world wide gathered at the republic to present their findings on this medicinal herb.

The efficacy of Ganoderma Lucidum is not only confined to anti-cancer and immunity improvement, but also for overcoming diseases such as AIDS and Hepatitis C. The delegates from China even say that it can promote longevity.

However, a professor from Taiwan Agriculture University has the opinion that story in Chinese folklore actually means that this herb is so precious that it can only be seen once in a millennium.

Today, most people extract Ganoderma Lucidum for its Polysaccharides. To find an efficacious and useful Ganoderma Lucidum, we have to look for its young shoot about one year old.

Scientific studies on Polysaccharides have confirmed that a little bit of Polysaccharides is enough to stimulate secretion of immunity cells.

Professor Wang from Taipei Yongzhong Medical Research Center said that Ganoderma Polysaccharides are anti-allergy, anti-tumor and can promote secretion of immunity cells.

He further said that contemporary experiment showed that 400 milligrams of Ganoderma Polysaccharides can promote growth of immunity cells.

Many results showed that this herb can improve immunity. Nevertheless, many Ganoderma Lucidum sold in the market do not have Polysaccharides extraction which limit its efficacy.

A professor of Education University in Shanghai who has done research on those who suffered from fatigue, insomnia, poor memory revealed that this herb can improve body weakness, protect liver and anti-ageing.

Ganoderma Lucidum Prevent Cancer Cell
China Times - 14th July 1993

For Chinese Traditional Medication, Ganoderma Lucidum is considered as an effective medicine to heal many diseases. A report from Taipei Veterans General Hospital showed that it contains Polysaccharides which increase body immunity.

Nevertheless, as pointed out by Prof Wang, most Ganoderma Lucidum in the market are old, cultivated using wood dust and contain little Polysaccharides. Following that, little medicinal effect can be obtained.

Consumers are reminded to be more careful in purchasing this herb because low quality ones not only lack medicinal qualities but also slows down the healing process.

Prof Wang submitted his findings on the effectiveness of preventive role played by Ganoderma Lucidum on cancer. He stated that a number of chemical processes are needed to separate the components of Polysaccharides. They also needed to test Macrophagus and T-Lymphocite cells changes in the lymph fluid.

The results showed that only a small amount of Polysaccharides is needed to get good results. The infected white blood cells will be reduced while cancer cell's activity will be stopped. This research has been endorsed by the International Council of Medicine, which published magazine concerning Tumor Prevention Research.

Prof Wang found that minimal Polysaccharides can promote the growth of Macrophagus and Lymphocite cells. This shows that Polysaccharides can increase body immunity.

However, research for the prevention of cancer found that the use of Polysaccharides to promote immunity can prevent the growth of cancer. At the same time, it transforms negative cancerous cells into positive ones.

Prof Wang alleged that Ganoderma Lucidum has been misused by irresponsible dealers. Nevertheless, the final stage of cancer still needs laser treatment, operation and this herb only plays the supplementary role.

Ganoderma Improves Cancer, Helps Blood Clot, Enhance Immune System and Promote Longevity
Taiwan Health and Hygiene News - Tuesday, 18th January 1988

According to a report made by the cooperation of 3 professors of Taipei Medical Institute and Taiwan Medical Institute, Professor Chen Hui Hua, Wong Yi Chen and Tung Ta Chen, there is an early prevention for cancer.

After 3 years of hard work experimenting Ganoderma Lucidum on animals, finally they managed to prove that it is able to prevent cancer cells S-180 from growing, help blood clot, enhance immune system and helps achieve longevity.

Based on a research on the effect of this fungus on cancer patients for 3 years, its function can be divided into five categories:

1) Increase life span
Long term use has been proven to keep cancerous cells from spreading to other body parts. The proof for this function is there was an old woman aged 83 who had lung cancer and coughing problem especially at night.

Her phlegm was with blood. Doctor predicted she can only stay alive for 3 months.

After consuming this herb, she amazingly live for 15 more months (resulting in life prolongation of 12 months) and died of natural death.

2) Produce natural antibody
In today's industrial world, much negative elements find its way to our body through our mouth and nose. Air and water are seriously polluted these days.

Human breathing system and skin are also being exposed to virus and bacteria. All these are major causes of cancer. Ganoderma Lucidum has brought hope for this and those who take it regularly never end up with cancer.

3) Pain control
Late stages of cancer bring severe pain. Sedatives and morphine have always been the solution for it. However, these drugs can only achieve temporary effect.

Regular consumption of this herb can reduce almost all the pain. At the same time, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other body parts.

4) Prevent the formation of blockage in arteries
According to a medical statistic, the actual cause of death from cancer is artery blockage and not the cancer cell itself. This fact has been neglected all this while. To prevent arteries blockage, we should take more high cellulose and cereals food.

5) Quick recovery
It is able to give cancer patient a quick recovery after surgery. This is acknowledged and recommended by traditional and modern medical specialists.


Scientific proofs of Ganoderma Lucidum as Cancer Herbs
Taiwan Daily News - Wednesday, 15th April 1987

Traditionally, this herb is used as remedy for many kinds of disease. Recently, the National Chinese Medical Research Institute proved that it has many healing properties such as to reduce blood pressure, to heal bronchus disease and to maintain liver condition.

At present, cancer is the top ten most dangerous disease in Taiwan. Therefore, medical specialist is making effort in researching Ganoderma Lucidum to overcome this disease.

According to the Head of Research Institute, Mr Liew Kuo Choo, this fungus is a quality herb and is classified according to its color; green, yellow, red, white, purple and pink.

According to him, the research used the red one, Ganoderma Lucidum as the main constituent because it is said to be able to calm emotions, prevent coughs and heal asthma, bronchitis, high blood pressure, liver infections and others.

Beside that, Ganoderma Lucidum is mainly tested because from it, polysaccharides and Ling Zhi acid can be extracted for the purpose of swelling prevention. This interesting finding has been recorded and is highly reliable.

Experiment showed that it can:

1) Reduce tension
A white mouse was placed in a box and all its movement was recorded. Then Ganoderma Lucidum was injected and between 1 to 3 hours the movement slowed down. This showed that it is good for insomnia.

2) Reduce blood pressure
The results of the same experiment showed that blood pressure of the mouse went down from 195 to 173. This was continued up to 25 hours.

3) Strengthen the heart
In the same experiment, the results showed that different concentration will show different potential in shrinking the heart which changes from 100 to 53.5 times.

4) Maintain function of respiratory system
They separated the bronchus to 5 distinctive shapes of rings, which in turn form into a chain. Then it is hung in the test tube at 35 degree angle. A reading is then taken. It expands and later shrunk.

This is maintained for a period of 2 to 2.5 minutes. The pointed section will shrink for 10 minutes. This enables the measuring of the effects of expansion and constriction of bronchus.

The Unique Ganoderma Triterpenes
Professor Dong Yi Zhi from Taipei Medical College,
Department of BioChemistry
Professor Su Qin Hwa from Taipei Medical College,
Department of Microbiological Immunology

Based on the reports from in and out of the country, Ganoderma Lucidum is found to have different physical functions. In the market, it has become a new and effective form of health food.

This gives this fungus a mysterious reputation. There are, in fact, many reports that seek to explain its healing properties. The universally accepted sources of its prowess are:

1) Macromolecular Polysaccharides

2) Different varieties of Triterpenes

Macromolecular Polysaccharides is formed by a group of monosaccharide. It can cure tumors and lower blood sugar concentration. These polysaccharides are not only present in Ganoderma Lucidum but also in other good bacteria and micro organism such as mushrooms, Cordyceps Sinensis and others.

Ganoderma Lucidum is a better herb mainly because of another important substance, Triterpenes. It has as much as 100 to 200 different types of these complex chemical substances that give out its existing bitterness.

Some contains a strong aroma, some not at all. According to a finding by a Japanese academician, Prof. Xiau Ming Zhi, there are at least more than 100 types of Triterpenes produced by a substance known as “Zhe Zhi”.

Some of which may be found in certain plant seeds whereas some in mycelin. The substances are based on its structure and can be divided into Ling Zhi acid, Zhe Zhi acid, Zhe Ling acid and other kind of substances, such as aldo Ling Zhi and lyserol.

Most of these elements are labeled as A, B, C... Z or other symbols according to the discovery order so that its minute chemical structural differences are distinguishable.

These substances will usually dissolve in chlorine, methanol or propane but its solubility in cold water is rather low. The Ganoderma spore contains 3 to 4 % of the substances above and this can be considered quite high.

Triterpenes are the important element that it is only found in this herb. How does Triterpenes contribute to its healing properties? So far, we know that :

1) Ling Zhi acid C and D can cure allergies,

2) Ling Zhi acid K & S, aldo Ling Zhi A can prevent decrease in blood pressure,

3) Prof. Xiau Ming Zhi has successfully separated steroid from filium in Ganoderma Lucidum and discovered that it can lower fat,

4) For liver problems caused by chemicals, Ganoderma Lucidum helps to decrease GOT and GTP. The high content of these substances is the reason why Ganoderma Lucidum is so valuable.

Learn how to choose the best Ganoderma extract for health or

Click here for more Ganoderma Benefits and Clinical Experiments


©2007 Ganoderma-for-health.com. All Rights Reserved.

What does Good Health and Youthful Skin have to do with our "PH" balance?

What pH is

The word "pH" stands for "power" and "hydrogen": the more hydrogen ions in a substance, the more acidic it is. The ideal pH level for blood falls within the narrow range of 7.35 to 7.45 -- if it dips below 7.2, the body will go into shock. It's a balance that sounds tenuous, but according to Sam Graci, a nutrition researcher and the author of The Bone-Building Solution, "The body is exquisitely designed to keep us alkaline." The problem is that nearly everything we do pulls us in the opposite direction. "A great metaphor is when people say that they're burned out," says Graci, "because when you're overworked, your acid levels go through the roof." Stress creates acids, as does exercise: moving too quickly -- even sleeping -- ups our blood's acid content.

"We can't control our cellular reactions," says Heather Osler, a homeopath in Toronto, "but there is one area that we do have control over: what we eat." Osler estimates that most North Americans have a diet that's 80 to 90 percent acidifying, with meat, sugar, white-flour products, alcohol and caffeine playing starring roles. Alkalizing foods, such as fruit, vegetables and herbal tea, are the supporting cast. "It is the balance of these foods that is important," says Osler. But challenges still lurk within the aisles of Whole Foods Market: vegetables that are overcooked become acidic, and certain whole grains are acidic to begin with.

The last thing you want is to send your blood on an acid trip: when blood and the body fluids that surround cells are too acidic, our bodies search for what Graci calls "antacid sponges" -- essentially, any mineral-rich food is alkalizing -- which act as buffers and soak up acids. But when those minerals aren't there, our bodies compensate by leeching them from other sources, like bones and teeth, which can lead to osteoporosis, osteopenia, cardiovascular disease and even cancer. "Cancer cells can only grow in an acidic environment," says Graci. As Osler points out, "Being too acidic promotes the development of chronic illnesses, viruses and bacteria, which thrive in this setting."
What it can do

An acidic pH level also drastically affects how we look. To deflect acids from vital organs, our bodies may store them in fat cells. And if there is a surplus of acids, the body will create a surplus of fat cells to house them. This also accelerates aging because the kidneys have to work overtime to process the toxic debris created by acids.

Ganoderma Lucidum (Reishi Mushroom) is a PH balancer. The difference in my skin tone, tecture and youthful glow is directly related to the use of the reishi mushroom as a regular part of my wellness regime. The name Ganoderma Lucidum means "bright shiny skin."

Ganoderma Lucidum works in our bodies from the inside out, restoring youthful vigor, vitality and wellness to the entire body.

Wild Mushroom Can Fight Prostate Cancer

Fri Dec 14, 9:37 AM
JERUSALEM (AFP) - Israeli scientists claim that a wild mushroom, used in traditional Chinese medicine for a century, could treat prostate cancer, the University of Haifa said Friday.

Researchers at the university in northern Israel said they found molecules in the Ganoderma lucidum mushroom, commonly known as the reishi, which help supress some mechanisms involved in the progression of prostate cancer.

"We already knew the mushroom could impede the development of cancer by affecting the immune system. The in-vitro trials we have done show that it attacks the cancer cells directly," chief researcher Ben Zion Zaidman told AFP.
"These results give rise to hope about developing medication to treat prostate cancer," he said of research carried out to date only in Petri dishes. The research still has to be tested on animals.

The reishi is found only in remote, wild areas, preferring a habitat of rotting plum tree trunks, sometimes oak trees, in heavily forested mountain areas.

The Chinese have tried to grow reishi mushrooms for centuries, but it was only in the early 1970s that Japanese experts managed to cultivate them.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer among men, with more than 543,000 cases diagnosed worldwide each year.

Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert announced in October that he is suffering from prostate cancer and is expected to undergo surgery in the new year.

Copyright © 2007 Agence France Presse.

CANCER'S NATURAL ENEMY

Japanese researchers have uncovered a remarkable new way to boost
your immune system's ability to kill cancer cells, viruses, and
pathogenic bacteria by up to 300%.

Cancer rates in the U.S. are officially off the charts. A century ago
the disease occurred in 1-in-100 people. Today, half of all adults
will get some form of cancer in their lifetime. That's 1-in-2 people!
Why this alarming increase? It's being caused by a steady and widespread
breakdown of the immune system among our population. Cancer cells are
naturally present in everyone's bloodstream, but are kept in check by
a special immune cell called NK (short for Natural Killer). When NK
activity weakens either from old age, poor nutrition, or stress, cancer
cells are free to multiply and become tumors. That's what is happening
throughout our country today.

We need better treatments.
When a person is diagnosed with cancer,the only treatments permitted in
this country are chemotheraphy and radiation. Both have horrendous side
effects, such as hair loss and vomiting.

Both poison the immune system and destroy Natural Killer cells,
thus increasing the chances of relapse. And both have poor long-term
survival rates. This isn't the case in other countries. In Japan,
for instance, a surprising new, natural cancer treatment involves
stimulating the patient's immune system so tumors are gobbled up by
a feeding frenzy of NK cells.

You might be surprised to learn that doctors trigger this sudden blast
of immune activity with a natural substance found in certain Japanese
mushrooms like those in the Gano Excel Coffees, Tea, Hot Chocolate
and other products.

These mushroom extracts are now one of the leading cancer prescription
treatments in that Country! Using the immune system like this is the next
big frontier in medicine. It holds promise of findingreal cures, not just for
cancer, but heart disease, arthritis, allergies, and many other ills. But even
though the Japanese are doing a better job in the battle against cancer,
it will take many years if not decades before U.S. doctors accept the idea
that the immune system is the key to beating cancer and other diseases.
Sadly, that will be too late for most Americans who are now over 50 or
younger, people with a family history of these diseases. That's the bad news.

The good news is that scientists have recently isolated the active
substance in these medicinal mushrooms and put it into capsule form and
hot beverages. Since your immune system is your first line of defence
against more than just cancer (it's how your body fights off the flu,
colds,recurring infections, pathogenic and antibiotic-resistant bacteria,
and virtually any other disease), medicinal mushrooms offer benefits that
go far beyond just cancer protection.

People who would also greatly benefit from medicinal mushrooms include:

*Those with a history of smoking.

*Those with a history of heavy drinking.

*Individuals working in the medical field who are exposed
to highly contagious diseases.

*Elderly individuals with weakened immune systems.

This is because Natural Killer cells respond slower as we get older,
resulting in recurring bouts of infection and noticeable decline in
general health.

© 1999-2008 TamilStar.com
All Rights Reserved throughout the World