Mushrooms : poisons and panaceas : a handbook for naturalists, mycologists, and physicians

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Mushrooms : poisons and panaceas : a handbook for naturalists, mycologists, and physicians

Denis R. Benjamin

W.H. Freeman, c1995

  • pbk.

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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This study covers all aspects of mushroom consumption. Using the most current information available, the author explores new understandings of the chemistry and mechanisms of mushroom poisons, as well as the history and sociology of mushrooms, different cultural attitudes towards mushrooms and health benefits of selected species. Physicians, toxicologists, nutritionists and anyone interested in mycology and wild foods should find this book of interest.

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