Reishi Mushroom Herb of Spiritual Potency and Medical Wonder

From the mysterious side streets of an Oriental city to the quiet beauty of a North American coastal rainforest, follow Master Herbalist Terry Willard on an adventure--tracking down the myth & reality about Reishi, the legendary Chinese "mushroom of immortality," Reishi is a mushroom used for thousands of years in the Far East to overcome insomnia, reduce heart troubles, relieve allergies, lengthen life & enhance the immune system. It is one of the most revered medicines known in history. Dr. Willard recounts how he first learned about this "marvellous herb" & then tracked down the scientific research that illuminated its healing properties. The book is filled with anecdotes, ancient Chinese legends & a colorful cast of characters that Dr. Willard meets in his travels. He interviews prominent doctors, herbalists, researchers, patients, Chinese medical practitioners, & ultimately tries Reishi himself. The REISHI MUSHROOM is a fascinating account of one man's quest to learn the truth about one of ancient history's most mysterious & powerful herbal medicines. To order: send check or money order to Sylvan Press, 1202 E Pike St., Suite 746, Seattle, WA 98122, $16 postpaid.Willard, Terry is the author of 'Reishi Mushroom Herb of Spiritual Potency and Medical Wonder' with ISBN 9780962563805 and ISBN 0962563803.