In the same way life expectancy is growing, so is the number of patients with alzheimer's disease. About 1 in 10 people over the age of 65 and as many as 5 out of 10 people over the age of 85 are affected. Alzheimer's disease begins slowly and gradually destroys a person's memory and ability to learn, reason, make judgments, communicate and carry out daily activities. In order to prevent the procession it is important to stay physically and mentally active and to eat healthy! Numerous studies have shown that a disorder of the glucane metabolism, estrogen deficiency and free radicals play a big role in the development of the disease. It was also shown that vitamines, in particular B, E and C vitamins, trace elements, as for example zinc, and special amino acids are very important for the optimal funtioning of mitochondria - the small "cellular power plants" in eukaryotic cells. In order to stay vital even at a high age, patients should adhere to a balanced diet and chose natural dietary supplements, such as medicinal mushrooms.

Japanes scientists found Hericium to have erinacines, that stimulate the growth of nerve cells. This could be especially helpful with neurological diseases and Alzheimer's.

In Japan, the mushrooms Reishi  - which is also called "mushroom of immortality" - and Shiitake - "the king of mushrooms" - have been known as fountain of youth for thounsands of years. Their constituents include a unique combination of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, fibres, essential amino acids and secundary vegetable constituents. Cordyceps is reknown for its positive effects on the respiratory organs and the heart, which scientists see as one of the reasons for the improvement of performance and stamina even at a higher age.


It is traditionally known that medicinal mushrooms are innocuous even in higher dosages, but they cannot replace a therapist!