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Lifestream Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma

Lifestream Greenhouse Rhodiola Rosea Cordyceps COMPLETE

Lifestream Greenhouse Agaricus Blazei Murill (ABM) Cordyceps COMPLETE;

General Enquiries

1.Why should we take Cordyceps? What are the benefits of Cordyceps?

Cordyceps is one of the most treasured and safest medicinal mushrooms. Researches have proven the wonderful benefits of Cordyceps. It is beneficial to the lungs, heart, kidneys, liver and immune system.

Cordyceps is also highly recommended to increase vitality and energy; it is perfect for people who are recovering from illness. Numerous researches in America, Japan and China have indicated that Cordyceps delivers the most comprehensive spectrum of health benefits as compared to all other medicinal mushrooms.

2.Are all Cordyceps the same?

There are many different types of Cordyceps in the markets. Generally, Cordyceps comes in different forms (i.e.: Traditional wild cordyceps, cordyceps mycelium and cordyceps stroma.) The grade, quality and efficacy of Cordyceps differ substantially. This has a direct bearing on its efficacy and safety.

3.Is there any difference between Lifestream Cordyceps and wild cordyceps?

4.Where are your products manufactured in?

All Lifestream products are pharmaceutically manufactured in Singapore, in 100% GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Certified Facilities.

5.What is the difference between Cordyceps stroma and Cordyceps COMPLETE?

Both types of Cordyceps are organically cultivated under stringent greenhouse environments and they contain all essential constituent of premium quality Cordyceps. (They are Adenosine, Cordycepin, Cordycepic Acid and Polysaccharides, etc). Both are cultivated differently, but with organic solid substrate culture. As a result, the content of cordyceps constituents is slightly different.

Cordyceps Stroma is very rich in Adenosine which is the key quality marker of Cordyceps. Adenosine works to provide our body with overall therapeutic support and improves our body functioning.

Cordyceps COMPLETE is richer in Polysaccharides which is traditionally known for its immune enhancing properties.

6.I would like to take something for health maintenance. Which should I choose?

All Lifestream products are excellent functional food, and are suitable for vegetarians and long-term consumption.

If you are frequently tired, have low energy level, and feel stressed out easily, Greenhouse Rhodiola Rosea Cordyceps COMPLETE will be your ideal choice. It is effective for age and weight management too.

If you fall sick easily and need a boost to your immune system or have a family history of cancer, choose Greenhouse Agaricus Blazei Murill Cordyceps COMPLETE. It is also suitable for children, and is an important supplement for patients before/undergoing treatments for cancer.

For anyone who would like to address all their health issues comprehensively and effectively, Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma is the ideal choice with tremendous therapeutic potential.

You may also take a combination of all or either item(s) depending on individual needs and health conditions and lifestyle. They can be mixed and matched easily.

7.What is the benefit of Green Tea Polyphenols -98? Why is it added into your capsules?

Decaffeinated Green Tea Polyphenols -98 is the best grades of its kind in Polyphenols, Catechins and EGCG contents that you can possibly find in the market.

Green Tea is a very potent antioxidant, alongside Pycnogenol, SOD and Grapeseed extract, and is many times higher than Vitamins C and E in terms of its antioxidant properties. It protects healthy cells against free radicals, promotes healthier skin and stronger bones and offers a host of other health benefits. As an important bioflavanoid, it plays a crucial role in helping with the absorption of Cordyceps.

8. Will green tea be too cooling for me?

Green Tea Polyphenols -98 is decaffeinated and is in the form of an extract. It does not have cooling properties. However, for consumers who do not prefer products containing green tea, Gold blend, which is 100% cordyceps in powder form, does not contain green tea.

9.Can I still take all this products if I am on western medication?

It is perfectly fine for individuals who are on western medication to consume Lifestream products approximately 1-1/2 hour before or after medication, in order to minimize the likelihood of western medication affecting the potency of the Cordyceps.

Cordyceps also plays an important role in neutralizing the side effects of western medicine on the body, in particular on the liver and kidney.

10.If I am down with flu recently can I continue with your products?

If you suspect that you (or your child) may be coming down with flu or are having flu, take Lifestream Cordyceps Stroma capsules. It may help you to ward it off. However, if you are currently having fever or bad sore throat, we suggest that you wait until you have recovered before taking Lifestream products as they boost the body's immune system in resisting bacteria and virus. Therefore, it may increase the likelihood of driving the temperature or fever up.

11.Are your products certified HALAL?

All Lifestream products are manufactured in Singapore. They are all plant based and do not contain any animal materials. Our capsules are also 100% vegetarian. Our products have not been certified Halal because Halal certification for health products are not available in Singapore.

Lifestream Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma

1.What is the difference between GOLD and capsules? Which will be better for me?

The two items contain Lifestream Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma as its main constituent. As a result, the benefits of the two items are relatively similar. You may decide on the product according to your need and individual preference.

2.What is the recommended dosage for Lifestream Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma GOLD?

Dietetic Therapeutics

Take 1 to 2 heap teaspoon daily as advised by qualified healthcare practitioners

Health Maintenance

Adults: Take 1 teaspoon 3 to 4 times weekly or as required.
Children (2-12 years): Take teaspoon 3 to 4 times weekly or as required.

3.What is the recommended dosage for Lifestream Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma Capsules?

Dietetic Therapeutics

Take 3 to 4 vegecaps, two to three times daily or as advised by qualified healthcare practitioners

Health Maintenance

Adults: Take 2 to 3 vegecaps daily
Children (2-12 years): Take 1- 2 vegecaps.
For young children, vegecaps may be opened and contents poured into food or beverages for easier consumption.

4.When is the best time to take?

Lifestream Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma can be taken anytime, in the morning, afternoon or before retiring at night. Unlike western medicine, Cordyceps may be taken anytime before or after food. If you have very sensitive stomach constitution, you may take it with food if necessary. If you are on western medication, do take it 1.5 hours apart so that the efficacy of cordyceps would not be compromised.

5.Is it suitable for children? From what age can we start giving them Lifestream Cordyceps?

Yes, Lifestream Greenhouse Cordyceps Stroma products are very suitable for children. You may administer it to them from the age of two. Dosage will vary depending on child's age and health needs. In general, 1 vegecap a day or a small teaspoon once to twice a week (for Gold blend), is sufficient.

6.Is this product suitable during pregnancy or for breastfeeding mothers?

Although Cordyceps is a safe herb, we would recommend that Cordyceps Stroma, or in fact, any supplements, herb or medication (unless prescribed by medical practitioners), be consumed after delivery. This is due to the relatively sensitive body constitution during this period. Cordyceps will certainly help in restoring health and energy after delivery of the baby. Several breastfeeding mums have shared that Cordyceps is able to help their babies rest and feed better.

7.Will this product cause heatiness?

The nature of Cordyceps is neither heaty nor cooling. In fact, Cordyceps is a gentle tonic with no adverse side effects and may be taken on a regular basis over a prolonged period of time.

Lifestream Greenhouse Rhodiola Rosea Cordyceps COMPLETE

1.What is Rhodiola Rosea?

Rhodiola is a root, like the Ginseng, but is preferred by some experts over Ginseng. There are more than 200 species of Rhodiola around the world but only Rhodiola Rosea offers health benefits. It is non-heaty unlike some Ginseng species.

2.What are the benefits of Rhodiola Rosea?

Prized as an adaptogen, which balances out altered body systems to normal level, Rhodiola Rosea (also known as “Golden Root”) replenishes energy store at cellular level. It is recommended by experts and widely used in supporting stress energy balance. It is also a safe remedy for weight management and helps to prevent premature aging.

3.Is Rhodiola Rosea a new herb in the market?

Rhodiola Rosea is not new. The medicinal properties of Rhodiola Rosea were first documented in AD77 in De Materia Medica and it earned a place in the Swedish Pharmacopoeia in 1755.  Russian athletes and scientists have touted the strong medicinal properties of this rare herb. It is also widely used in current medicinal applications in Europe, Soviet Union and China. In Sweden, Rhodiola rosea was recognized as an Herbal Medicinal Product in 1985 and has been described as an antifatigue agent in the Textbook of Phytomedicine for Pharmacists.

4.What is so special with Greenhouse Rhodiola Rosea Cordyceps COMPLETE?

An all natural and proprietary blend combining the benefits of twin adaptogens: Rhodiola Rosea and Cordyceps, with anti-oxidants benefits of Green Tea Extract.

This winning combination is stimulant free and helps energise the body while ensuring healthy bodily functions. The natural balance of the goodness of Rhodiola Rosea is carefully preserved with more than 3% Rosavins and 1% Salidroside. This level is crucial for optimum adaptogenic properties.

5.What is the recommended dosage Greenhouse Rhodiola Rosea Cordyceps COMPLETE?

Take 1 to 2 vegecaps daily, preferably before food. You may like to adopt the following regime: Take 1 a day before breakfast for the first 5 days. From the 6th day onwards, take one before breakfast and one before lunch. If necessary, the dosage may be increased to 4 daily. Both Rhodiola Rosea and Cordyceps are very safe functional foods and may be taken indefinitely for best adaptogenic and anti-aging effect.

6.Who is suitable to take Rhodiola Rosea?

It is suitable for people having:

Low energy and concentration level
Stress and anxiety related issues
Weight problems
Compromised sleep quality
Sportsmen

7. Can I take Rhodiola Rosea indefinitely?

Definitely, and it is good to take it as part of your regular healthcare regime. Simply observe a 1 to 2 week break every 3 months for best efficacy, and it can be continued indefinitely.

8.Can children take Rhodiola Rosea?

Rhodiola Rosea is recommended for children above 12 years old.

A study done in 2000, saw students receiving a standardized extract of Rhodiola Rosea to demonstrate significant improvements in physical fitness, psychomotor function, mental function, and general well-being. Subjects receiving the Rhodiola extract also reported statistically significant reductions in mental fatigue, improved sleep patterns, a reduced need for sleep, greater mood stability, and greater motivation to study

9.Is it suitable for anyone on medication?

Rhodiola Rosea has not shown any adverse interactions with prescription medications. However, any treatment that increases energy (e.g Rhodiola Rosea/Ginseng) may increase stimulant action for those taking stimulating medication, as well as those with bipolar disorder.

10.Is it suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

To date, there are no scientific studies on the effects of Rhodiola Rosea on this group of people. However, pregnant woman should always consult their doctors prior to taking any kind of supplements.

Lifestream Greenhouse Agaricus Blazei Murill (ABM) Cordyceps COMPLETE

1.What is ABM? What are the benefits of ABM?

Originally discovered in Brazil, ABM is one of the most widely researched medicinal mushrooms with health benefits. It contains the highest level of polysaccharides known as beta glucans’ amongst such mushrooms. Studies have shown the importance of beta glucans in stimulating activity of the immune system. Among all the properties attributed to ABM, immune support is the focus of most scientific research. ABM also helps rejuvenate our skin, thereby promoting a radiant and healthy complexion. ABM is widely consumed in many countries, particularly Japan, where it is regarded as health food, due to its health benefits.

2.Is there any difference between this product and other ABM product in the market?

Our ABM mushrooms are concentrated 10:1, thereby making it one of the most potent available in the market. It is certified organic in accordance to the requirements of USDA (United States Department of Agriculture). Containing two medicinal mushrooms, Cordyceps COMPLETE and ABM mushrooms, both cultivated in the United States, strains of which are both third party certified and are absolutely free from pesticide and heavy metal. It is a combination of pure natural food with safety assurance and absolutely no side effects.

3.What is the recommended dosage for Greenhouse ABM Cordyceps COMPLETE?

Adults: Take 2 vegecaps daily. However, dosage can be increased to 2 capsules, 3 times daily if necessary or as advised by qualified healthcare practitioners.
Children (6-12years): Take 1 vegecap daily.

4.Who is suitable to take Greenhouse ABM Cordyceps COMPLETE?

It is suitable for people with the following concerns:

Compromised immune functions
Poor blood circulation and dull skin complexion
Undergo Chemo or Radiation therapy
Smokers or drinkers
Regular UV or radiation exposure

5. Can children take Greenhouse ABM Cordyceps COMPLETE?

Yes, it is very much suitable for children as it helps to boost their immunity.

6. Is it suitable to be taken indefinitely?

Definitely. You will find that your body disposition becomes stronger over time.

7.Is it suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

Although both ABM and Cordyceps are safe herbs and natural food, we would recommend that this product, or in fact, any supplements, herb or medication (unless prescribed by medical practitioners), be consumed after delivery. This is due to the relatively sensitive body disposition of pregnant ladies.