Category Archives: autoimmune disease

Mushroom Ganoderma (Ganoderma Lucidum) (Ling Zhi 紫灵芝)

Posted on August 14, 2022 by Dao of Tummy

Sweet (tián 甜) and bitter (kú苦) flavor and Yin-Yang neutral (zhōng xìng 中性) thermal nature and is affiliated with the heart, liver, lung, spleen, and kidney Meridian. Active compounds: Ganoderma Lucidum, an oriental fungus, has a long history of promoting … Continue reading →

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Baru Almond or Cumbaru (Dipterix Alata)

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Dao of Tummy

Sweet flavor and and cool thermal nature. Acts on Liver, Kidney and Spleen meridians. Active compound: The baru is a typical fruit of the Brazilian Cerrado. The nut is about 23% protein and is a high nutritional value. In recipes … Continue reading →

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Bacteria to Blame?

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Dao of Tummy

Gut bacteria may provide the trigger for autoimmune uveitis, a destructive inflammation of the eye, researchers at the US National Eye Institute (NEI) reported in a study published today (August 18) in Immunity. Autoimmune uveitis is a painful condition that can … Continue reading →

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