Description
Christopher Hobbs, an herbalist and expert in mushrooms, presents a comprehensive exploration of the medicinal properties of various mushroom varieties. Delving into their remarkable health benefits and the scientific underpinnings of their effectiveness, he offers practical guidance on crafting mushroom-based remedies at home. With a history steeped in millennia of medicinal use, mushrooms are increasingly acknowledged for their ability to bolster immunity, enhance cognitive function, and even combat cancer, as evidenced by a growing body of scientific research.
Drawing from his extensive expertise as a mycologist and herbalist deeply engaged in contemporary research, Hobbs profiles the most potent medicinal mushrooms, elucidating the nutritional and medicinal compounds inherent in each species. In addition to providing detailed instructions on selection, storage, and preparation, this indispensable handbook caters to readers whether they’re cultivating mushrooms themselves, foraging in the wild, or procuring them locally.
About the Author: Christopher Hobbs, PhD, LAc, is the esteemed author of “Christopher Hobbs’s Guide to Medicinal Mushrooms.” With over four decades of experience in herbal medicine, he is internationally recognized as a mycologist, herbal clinician, licensed acupuncturist, botanist, and research scientist. Having authored more than 20 books and lectured globally on herbal medicine, Hobbs has imparted his wisdom at esteemed institutions including Stanford Medical School, Yale Medical School, and UC Berkeley. He currently resides in California’s Sierra foothills.
Key Selling Points:
Potent Healing Properties: Mushrooms represent a treasure trove of natural healing, boasting potent adaptogenic, immune-boosting, and anticancer properties.
Growing Mainstream Interest: While medicinal mushrooms have long been staples in Eastern medicine, their popularity and accessibility are on the rise in the realm of natural healthcare, garnering attention from Western medical practitioners.
Expert Authority: Christopher Hobbs’s authoritative voice, grounded in years of scholarly research and practical experience, makes complex information on medicinal mushrooms accessible to a wide audience.
