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    Therapeutic Value of Reishi  Nov 1, 2009
    Ganopoly, a preparation of Reishi polysaccharide extract, increases the immune response measured by natural killer cell activity, levels, and T lymphocyte populations in patients with advanced-stage cancer. (Gao Y, et al. Effects of ganopoly (a Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharide extract) on the immune functions in advanced-stage cancer patients. (Suite101.com)

    Latest 'Superfoods' Claim To Boost Health  Sep 11, 2009
    They also affect immune cell functions by increasing natural killer cell activity, which is a major component of our body's defenses. The mushrooms are also high in dietary fibers, including chitin and beta-glutan, which help to lower cholesterol and promote healthy heart functions. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Natural Born Killers: How The Body's Frontline Immune Cells Decide Which Cells To Destroy  Aug 1, 2009
    "Scientists have known for a long time that the proteins on the surface on Natural Killer cells are involved in answering the 'to kill or not to kill?' question, but we've not known exactly how these molecular cues are translated into the correct response. Our research has shown that information gleaned from its surface receptors tells the Natural Killer cell whether to stop patrolling and commence killing, or to move off quickly, and harmlessly, in search of another target." ... "Considering... (Science Daily)




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