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Seems I am the lucky #5...Thank you!...pm'd

Abstract (full article available for free download) N,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT) is classified as a naturally occurring serotonergic hallucinogen of plant origin. It has also been found in animal tissues and regarded as an endogenous trace amine transmitter. The vast majority of research on DMT has targeted its psychotropic/ psychedelic properties with less focus on its effects beyond the nervous system. The recent discovery that DMT is an endogenous ligand of the sigma-1 receptor may shed light on yet undiscovered physiological mechanisms of DMT activity and reveal some of its putative biological functions. A three-step active uptake process of DMT from peripheral sources to neurons underscores a presumed physiological significance of this endogenous hallucinogen. In this paper, we overview the literature on the effects of sigma-1 receptor ligands on cellular bioenergetics, the role of serotonin, and serotoninergic analogues in immunoregulation and the data regarding gene expression of the DMT synthesizing enzyme indolethylamine-Nmethyltransferase in carcinogenesis. We conclude that the function of DMT may extend central nervous activity and involve a more universal role in cellular protective mechanisms. Suggestions are offered for future directions of indole alkaloid research in the general medical field. We provide converging evidence that while DMT is a substance which produces powerful psychedelic experiences, it is better understood not as a hallucinogenic drug of abuse, but rather an agent of significant adaptive mechanisms that can also serve as a promising tool in the development of future medical therapies

We are having tulsi tea every day...have found that the herbage once dried gives a much stronger infusion per weight compared to fresh material. no ill effects noticed so far...

I watched this documentary the other day and thought it is worthwhile sharing. http://www.cultureunplugged.com/play/8638/Juliette-of-the-Herbs "Synopsis: Juliette of the Herbs is a beautifully filmed lyrical portrait of the life and work of Juliette de Bairacli Levy: herbalist, author, breeder of Afghan hounds, friend of the Gypsies, traveler in search of herbal wisdom and pioneer of holistic veterinary medicine. For more than 70 years Juliette lived with the Gypsies, nomads and peasants of the world, learning the healing arts from these people who live close to nature, and learning from nature herself. Juliette’s life story is as colorful and exciting as her tremendous wealth of herbal knowledge."

Eugenol is the active compound in cloves; an antiseptic and anesthetic. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eugenol

Fantastic work there lindsay!!! I try to get my head around a few questions maybe someone can help. So we always talk about reishi here in Asutralia, but which species of Ganoderma is it actally? Viable tissue of the oversea commercially grown G. lucidum has rather strict import restrictions. There are a few Ganoderma species native to Australia, have they already been cultivated? And why is there no commercial production of G. lucidum or any other Ganoderma species in Australia yet? Is it due to its biosecurity/species identification issues? All input welcome

I am in... )

very exciting....

Count me in re. group order! Quickly checked the online DIY home kits/instructions, seems straight forward and relatively easy, meaning risk of contamination is not mentioned at all. However waterboys comments/experience seem warranted. Having only experience in the area of mycology myself, I well know how quickly "things can turn". Oh well only one way to find out.... :-)

first one in....

Yep, found Trametes versicolor in SA

Mhh...well the specimen from this link http://www.botany.unimelb.edu.au/buffalo/Acacia_alpina.htm look a bit different. sorry no suggestion re ID....

GI tract seems to be the major cause. Had psoriasis for ca 10 yrs starting in my mid-20's. After a diet change to gluten-free/ grain-free the skin healed up astoundingly fast in 6 weeks and has been symptom free since, that's now 2 years.

looks like "turkey tail" ...trametes sp...

Pup below stems from a rather large mother plant (2.5 m high, 4 m wide). Any ideas what it might be? Thank you!!!

Thank you for the quick response! No its more out north, Gawler way..

Beautiful!

Seeds arrived, Thank you!

Well i would not call it a flush as such (total of 3 mushrooms so far), as daytime temps were around 40. Will be interesting to see what effect actual autumn weather will have on the patch.

Do you know about the origin of the inflammatory/pain reaction?

How awesome is that?! Thank you again!!

Very generous...please count me in- Thank you!

Looks like mycena sp. ....not edible

Did the fast end with the consumption of a large amount of olive oil or was that achieved with the coffee enemas? In the first case the oil is supposed to lead to constriction/expulsion of the so called gall-stones. However I believe those "jelly beans" are not gall stones (real g-stones have very different color/texture) but rather congealed oil. In regards to the coffee enemas as used in the "Gerson Therapy" roasted organic coffee is used, which is supposed to lead to a vaso-dilatation and hence increased liver blood-flow. If this is true, from a physiological point of view-maybe . However, coffee enemas are def. an experience