Posted by morgan miller on October 17, 2010, at 1:24:02
In reply to Re: Cordyceps, Reishi and Chaga))Morgan, posted by Lao Tzu on October 16, 2010, at 10:03:02
> Morgan, are you taking any supplements that help with life extension? I've heard AGE's (something Glycation Endproducts?) may have something to do with aging. I was at one point taking benfotiamine (B1) that affected AGE's, but I don't really like how it makes me feel anymore. Allithiamines I think they are called, like those found in garlic. Are the mushrooms good for life extension?
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> Good to hear from you too!!
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> LaoI do think mushrooms are good for at least maximizing our health span. They can boost the immune system and there is evidence that they may help prevent certain types of cancer. Cordyceps actually shows some evidence to be good for preventing lung cancer. I think the medicinal mushrooms are much different than Chinese herbs and can have a more noticeable effect.
Carnosine is one of the best anti-glycation agents. It is taken by many people in the life extension community. It may even have an effect on stabilizing mood. And yes, garlic may be good for fighting glycation. Others I know of are lysine and arginine.
I think there is at least some of a psychological component that is playing a part in your progress and growth. You may want to consider the traumatic effect your psychosis had on your psyche. It would make sense to me that you could be afraid of doing some things after being traumatized. Depression, fear, anxiety, trauma can all have a lasting effect on your motivation to do certain things. I do believe that the psychosis and the development of your illness is having a profound effect on the way you feel and the way you choose to behave. But, I do think part of it is psychological and you may have to start facing your fears and taking some assertive action to overcome them. Remember, if it provokes anxiety, you are challenging a part of you that may need challenging. I know it's difficult. I actually have another friend who had a very traumatic psychosis and he is dealing with the some of the same issues you are, though I think your energy levels, sleep, and cognition are much better than his. I get the sense that you are more comfortable than he is also.
What do you think about seeing a really good empathetic and compassionate therapist once a week?
Do you ever think that maybe it is scary for you to get better in some ways because then you may be vulnerable to lose everything all over again?
Morgan
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