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researchers are wondering when its significant portion of their potential as
properties will be accepted into the anti-cancer agents has not been fully
world of pharmaceuticals. One of these explored. However, we know enough to
properties are polysaccharides called determine that they are a worthwhile
beta-glucans that support the immune area of study and might deserve an
system, microbiome, metabolic system, established place in medicine.
and adaptive immunity. Once broken
down, beta-glucans can enhance natural As a note, it’s important to do your
killer cells which destroy tumors. own research on these effects and
Triterpenes, which have been found to consult with a healthcare professional
impede the development and spread of before incorporating any medicinal
tumors, are another group of impressive mushroom products into your own
compounds that share a similar range of health regimen.
anti-cancer properties.
Despite an increase in research on the Lauren Dunn
medicinal properties of mushrooms, a MIS Researcher and Writer
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