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Reishi - King of Health Foods
What is Reishi?
Diseases in many countries have been cured by herbs, minerals and so on for thousands of years. India has its own highly sophisticated indigenous medical system as also do China and Japan . The mushroom known as 'Lingzhi' in Chinese, 'Mannentake' or 'Reishi' in Japanese and 'Young Zhi' in Korean, ranks amongst the few highly prized herbs in the world. It has been used as the "Mushroom of Immortality" for thousands of years. Botanically it is known as Ganoderma Lucidum. There are 38,000 varieties of mushrooms in the world. These constitute a higher order organism in the world of fungus. Of these only 2000 varieties of mushrooms are edible. Only 200 or so mushrooms possess medicinal properties. From amongst these, six varieties of red Ganoderma or Reishi, possess the power to heal and prevent diseases.
It is classified as the supreme amongst herbs in the earliest Chinese pharmacopoeia compiled around 500 B. C. Emperors have considered Reishi to be the herb granting immortality. It is more highly esteemed than Ginseng which is unable to detoxify cells.
There now exists 30 years of substantial modern scientific research conducted in Japan, Taiwan, China, USA, Canada, Poland and elsewhere, in vivo and in vitro substantiating its efficacy. Reports, results and findings may be found in prestigious medical research journals and are also available on the net.
It is a powerful anti-oxidant which is highly efficacious for both the prevention & cure of various diseases. It Is suitable for daily use as a health restorative having been acknowledged as such throughout the world. The Food & Drug Administration, FDA , USA , has categorised Reishi as a 'dietary supplement'. In India it is now officially categorised as an ayurvedic proprietary medicine.
ALTERNATIVE THERAPY
In an age when conventional allopathic medicine does not provide the necessary answers or solutions to health related queries and the threat of potential side effects, more and more people are turning to alternative medicine in search of good health.
It has been estimated that world wide only 10 to 30 percent of all healthcare is provided by traditional or conventional medical care. The balance (70 to 90 percent) of care is provided through various practices, which fall into the broad category of alternative or complementary medicine.
The World Health Organization has estimated that over 80% of the world's population are presently using some form of alternative medicine as a part of their everyday primary healthcare.
But what exactly is Alternative Medicine?
Alternative Medicine is an overall term that covers a very wide range of therapies and treatments that have historically not been provided by medical doctors and hospitals. Unlike traditional medicine, which tends to treat illness and the symptoms of illness primarily through drugs and surgery, alternative medicine believes that your own body has the ability to heal itself. Healing from within can often be accomplished without the use of drugs or surgery. Treatments are designed to activate and stimulate the body's natural healing capabilities.
This holistic approach looks for the root cause of the problem within the body and considers the whole person, including physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects. Your mind is a part of the total treatment. Most alternative medicine practices treat the mind and body as one.
Alternative medicine and therapies include, but are not limited to the following disciplines: Ayurveda, folk medicine, herbal medicine, diets, homeopathy, faith healing, new age healing, chiropractic, acupuncture, naturopathy, massage, music therapy etc.
Reishi is the best solution for all health problems.
The introduction of Reishi in India has created a distinct paradigm shift in the concept of lifestyle management. It is a simplified approach in that the cause of disease is reduced to the fundamental parameters of the existence of toxins in the body and imbalance in its various systems. Through the use of Reishi normal body functions are activated and restored. These processes may be subsumed under the six parameters of detoxification, regeneration, balancing, enhancing metabolic functions, boosting the auto immune system and regulating the endocrine system. An individual is thus empowered to take care of one's ownself on a regular basis. This process is not disruptive to one's lifestyle. It works out to be far more economical in the long run as the occurrence of disease is prevented. For those who are suffering from any disorder, Reishi enables the body to return to normalcy without recourse to doctors and expensive and complex medical procedures.
A new term was coined c 1942 -- Adaptogen. This is a substance which is non-toxic, non-site specific, and has a balancing and normalizing effect on the whole body in various ways. Reishi fulfills each of these criteria.
Reishi is an unique nutrient, containing all the essential 18 amino acids, various vitamins, minerals and trace elements. It regulates the immune system of the human body stimulating it to constantly create healthy cells increasing longevity.
Dr. Deepak Chopra in Ageless Body Timeless Mind states that the entire body is consistently in flux renewing itself completely every 2.5 yrs. One's stomach lining is renewed every five days, liver every month, skeleton every three months and so on.
Reishi penetrates human cells and expels the toxins accumulated in them, rejuvenating them. Reishi purifies the blood, making it slightly alkaline and increasing its oxygen content. It nurtures the production of red and white blood corpuscles in the blood. Thus it enhances resistance to disease. Reishi thus enables the human body, suffering from acute, chronic and terminal illnesses to effectively heal itself. The healthy are empowered to ward off dis-ease.
This is so as the human body is its own best doctor. It automatically carries healing compounds to the required cells which are treated and restored to health. An environment is created which invading bacteria and virus do not find conducive to their existence -- they simply leave! Moreover unhealthy cell growth is gradually stopped. Thus individual organs and the entire system is healed over a period of time. It is not possible to cure overnight a disease which has been nurtured over the years!
People are becoming increasingly aware that they are involuntarily compelled to ingest toxins through the air, water, grains, fruits and vegetables. This has emerged as a contemporary and highly pertinent issue in India. Reishi is the herb par excellence for removing involuntarily ingested toxins from the body. Taken regularly it ensures that toxins are flushed out of the system every day rather than being stored in the body to cause chaos later on.
Reishi is highly effective for treating Chemically Induced Diseases to which modern medicine has no answer. These are caused by pollution and adulterated & contaminated food and drink -- heavy metals, pesticides, chemical fertilisers and common sugar high in sulphur content.
Reishi is ideal during adolescence, puberty, pregnancies & lactation. Hormonal secretions are balanced controlling morning sickness, mood swings, cravings &c associated with pregnancies. The foetus is provided the nourishment it requires for a healthy growth and delivery is facilitated. Lactating mothers are enabled to pass on the goodness of Reishi to their children ensuring a balanced growth. Post partum recovery is also facilitated in every way.
Reishi is a proven antidote to cancer. It relieves symptoms of insomnia. It is highly efficacious against allergies. It metabolises excess fats controlling obesity. It enables those underweight to revert to normal health.
Reishi counteracts Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, little understood by modern medicine. It is highly efficacious in treating liver problems particularly Hepatitis A, B & C, where the harmful virus are simply expelled by the body. It normalises both low and high blood pressure, inducing a sense of well-being, and is highly beneficial in all types of heart diseases.
Reishi is efficacious in rheumatism and joint pains. It is efficacious in the treatment of sciatica and other nerve related diseases.
Reishi should be taken half an hour before food except in the case of gastric problems. A daily intake of Vitamin C in equal proportion to Reishi, seems to facilitate its proper metabolisation and assimilation. Potassium Vit C is recommended in cases where sodium is contra-indicated. Those suffering from gastric problems may find it necessary to take Reishi an hour or so after food.
Active Ingredients of Reishi
Reishi contains over 200 bioactive compounds known to be highly efficacious in health restoration and maintenance, in balanced and mutually supportive proportions. Its active ingredients are:
1. High Molecular Weight Polysaccharides
2. Triterpenoids
3. Organic Germanium
4. Adenosine
5. Ganoderic Essence
6. Amino Acids
7. Vitamins
8. Minerals and trace elements
9. Proteins & Fibre.
'Polysaccharides cleanse and detoxify the body; organic germanium enhances Cellular activity; adenosine regulates cholesterol and fats and prevents platelet formations; triterpenoids function as builders whilst ganoderic essences act as regenerators and anti-oxi-dants.' - excerpted from Life Positive Nov 01 issue.
Its mycelium contains:
High levels of the RNA which disrupt viral diseases by inducing interferon production; Oleic Acid, an inhibitor of histamine release; Cyclo-octasulfur, a strong inhibitor of histamine release; LZ-8, an immuno-modu-lating protein which significantly reduces but doesn't entirely shutdown antibody production.
The Uses of Reishi
Respiratory System:
Asthma, Chronic Bronchitis, Tuberculosis, Common Colds, Influenza; Cough, Inflammation;
Nervous System:
Insomnia, Stress and tension; Chronic Fatigue, Excessive sleep, debility;
Muscular dystrophy, Myasthenia Gravis; Paralysis of one side or both sides; Headaches, Toothaches; Cataract and glaucoma;
Circulatory System:
Hypertension -- high blood pressure, Hypo tension -- low blood pressure;
Coronary diseases; Arteriosclerosis, Arrhythmia, Stroke; Reduction of Cholesterol (LDL); Anemia, Cold extremities.
Digestive System:
Gastroenteritis, ulcers, hemorrhoids; Hepatitis, liver necrosis & gallstones-Obesity and underweight; Diabetes; constipation.
Skin:
Aging; ugly spots; Acne; Hair loss; Dermatitis.
Excretory System:
Nephritis, nephritis, renal failure etc.
Endocrine System:
Stimulates it retarding aging.
Hormonal imbalances; Obesity; Underweight.
Reproductive System -- Ladies:
Puberty, Irregular menstruation, Dysmenorrhoea; Improper ovulation; Uterine problems; Pregnancy; Childbirth; Post partum recovery; Lactation; Menopause, etc.
Reproductive System -- Gents: Erectile dysfunction, impotence etc.
Why is Reishi so special?
Wild Reishi is extremely rare. Only one or two Reishi mushrooms may be found on a hillside. Although the fruit body, mycelium and spores of wild Reishi are all efficacious in treating diseases, in the past large quantities of Reishi had to be used to derive minimal benefits. As it was impossible to cultivate it, it was available only to emperors. Tradition maintains that the first emperor of China, Shih Huang Ti, sent a fleet with 250 young men and 250 young ladies to Japan in search of the 'hero of longevity' -- Reishi.
The quality of wild Reishi is also unpredictable. Only the fruit body can be harvested and that too, when the active ingredients have already diminished due to the vagaries of the weather, attack by insects and so on. Wild Reishi does not contain the potency of fresh mushrooms. On maturing the fruit body is hardened by fibers. This makes it more difficult for the body to extract and digest the active ingredients.
Its spores are microscopic, similar in size to bacteria. They are protected by two layers of hardened cell walls. These cell walls trap the active ingredients inside and are indigestible. Moreover, when buying wild Reishi, expertise is required in order not to confuse Reishi with the hundreds of other mushrooms, some of which are poisonous.
Reishi was earlier classified by color into 6 types: Red, Green, White, Black, Yellow, Purple. In 1972, researchers at Kyoto University in Japan successfully cultivated Reishi in the laboratory for the first time using 'spore separation'. From a single species, Ganoderma Lucidum -- Red Reishi. All six colours could be grown by varying the temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide content, and the available nutrients. The six types of Reishi are thus shown to be one single species. Now 'tissue culture' has become the accepted norm as it ensures consistency of harvests.
Reishi belongs to the Poly pore group. "Poly pores, commonly known as bracket or shelf fungi, are conspicuous mushrooms that grow off the sides of trees. On a walk through the forest one can commonly see many such bracket mushrooms."
"What is not readily visible to us however is the actual mushroom organism, or mycelium. Just as an apple is the fruit of an apple tree, so too is a mushroom the fruit body of a mycelial 'tree'. Mycelium is a network of threadlike filaments that originates from spores. The mycelium spreads throughout the nutrient base or substance, amassing nutrients as it grows. As long as environmental conditions are right, the mycelium will continue to grow and propagate until it exhausts the available nutrients."
"As long as nutrients are available, the mycelium can be considered perennial and will live for many years. At least once a year, mushrooms emerge from the mycelial network. As the reproductive organ of the fungus, mushrooms are the means by which spores are created and spread." -- excerpted from Reishi Mushroom : Herb of Spiritual Potency and Medical Wonder, by Terry Willard, Sylvan Press, 1991.
An excellent article about Reishi appeared in Health Foods Business Jan 1992: "Rei-shi: Ancient Medicine is Modern Hope" by Linda McGlasson, Assistant Editor. Life Positive, published from New Delhi, also carries an illuminating article on Reishi in its Nov 01 issue.
The Healing Power of Vitamins, Minerals & Herbs published by Reader's Digest carries an article on Reishi as also do various other modern self-help books on health. Clearly it has now been acclaimed as an excellent health restorative the world over.
Modern bio-engineering technology has succeeded Reishi has been available in health stores in Japan in making Reishi available to all. The quality of the mushrooms harvested can be carefully controlled by providing the best conditions and proper nutrients during cultivation. The harvesting and extraction processes can be timed at the precise stage when the mycelium contains the maximum amount of active ingredients.
Further investigations have discovered that the largest amount of active ingredients exist in the mycelium, and that the mycelium is more easily digested. Fresh mycelium is available, and there is no chance for mistaken identity. Without the obstacles of the fibers, the extraction is more complete and the extract is more digestible. Hence latest research on the medicinal properties of Reishi is being carried out on mycelial extracts. A technology has also been evolved to crack open the spores so that its nutrients may be metabolised.
Reishi in its pure and powdered form is now available as capsules. The fruit portion is available as Reishi Gano [RG] whilst the mycelium as Ganocelium [GL]. The use of capsules makes it possible to avoid its bitter taste, standardize dosage and make it readily available. The capsule casing available in India is purely vegetarian.
Moreover, toothpaste, coffee, tea, chocolate, soaps, oil, shampoo and so on are also being manufactured using Reishi. Tea is itself an excellent antioxidant. Combined with Reishi its harmful qualities are negated. The chocolate drink is made from pure cocoa powder -- a rarity in India. Similarly the coffee contains pure coffee conforming to international standards which again is in India.
Reishi toothpaste or Lingzhi, is a multiple use product which may be used as a cream, antiseptic ointment, made into a drink to counteract stomach aches and of course used as a toothpaste for the cure of bleeding gums, pyorrhea and so on. The soap kills the bacteria which thrive on the skin particularly in moist areas, thus removing body odours. Moreover it keeps the skin soft. It's also efficacious in the treatment of various skin diseases. Gano oil too has multiple applications. It helps alleviate joint pains and is useful in paralysis. Used as a general massage for children, it helps the development of their bones. The oil is non-sticky and may be used any time during the day. Some have even found their hair regenerated. The shampoo used regularly, nurtures the hair and retards hair loss.
Reishi is cultivated under strictly controlled organic conditions by DXN in Malaysia since 1993. After harvesting, it is immediately freeze dried and processed into powder, made into capsules and so on using ultra modern techniques. Thus its natural properties are preserved. It is certified both by local and international authorities. The company has also developed its own technique of cracking open reishi spores, making their goodness available.
A similar organic processing plant has been established in Pondicherry June 2002. RG & GL powder is directly imported from Malaysian, blended with the powder of Shiitake, another medicinal mushroom. It is then made into capsules using vegetarian capsule shells. Reishi Tea is also prepared there. Tea being in itself a powerful anti-oxidant, its action is enhanced by blending with Reishi. The harmful effects of tea are also neutralised. Moreover, a cup or two a day can also serve as a maintenance dose in lieu of the capsules. Soon the company intends to make available Reishi sweets and chocolate in the country.
Reishi has been available in health stores in Japan and various countries in the west for nearly three decades now. It is also legally mandatory for cancer treatment there to include Reishi as a supplement. People there, increasingly health conscious, are invariably turning to the wisdom of the east for better lifestyle management. It has now been accepted through the world as a remarkable health restorative. The famous Tata Memorial Cancer Research Institute, Mumbai and the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala have reportedly started trials with Reishi. Similarly AIIMS in New Delhi also has many doctors who are working with it. A recent report in The Telegraph from Kolkata, Sep 1, 03, refers to Reishi growing in the wild on certain trees in southern India. Company Stockpoints have recently been opened in the Middle East, Europe, North America, Australia & New Zealand, SE Asia, making Reishi a globally accepted supplement.
The intelligent reader will be careful to check out various sources of information concerning Reishi. Research presentations by scientists constitute the only reliable source of knowledge. There are also a large number of websites which may be accessed. Some sample site are go.symmetry.com/reishi, herb.com/reishi, everperfect.com/reishi, canited.com/reishi, www.ganotherapyusa.com. The parent company's website is www.dxnmalaysia.com. Europe has its own site www.dxneurope.com, as also do the USA www.dxnusa.com and Australia www.dxnaustralia.com and so on.
Other sites may be found by entering Reishi, Lingzhi or Ganoderma as topics in various search engines such as google.com. To search for studies of the effect of Reishi on a particular disease please search for 'ganoderma in name of disease' and so on.
An excellent and definitive work on Reishi is "Reishi Mushroom: -- herb of spiritual potency and medical wonder", written by Dr. Terry Willard. Ph.D., Member of the Canadian Government's Expert Advisory Committee on Herbs and Botanical Preparations. Chinese treatises such as "Lingzhi and Health Vol. I-III" edited by Dr. Shiuh-Sheng Lee, Professor of Biochemistry at the National Yang Ming University School of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan, present the results of detailed study and research on Ganoderma Lucidum, Reishi's botanical name.
Reishi is currently being scientifically cultivated, processed and marketed by DXN Marketing SON. BHD, Wisma DXN, 213 Lebuhraya Sultan Abdul Halim, 05400 Alor Setar, Kedah DarulAman, Malaysia, Tel #s 604 7723388, 7726688, Fax 604-7721188. DXN's farm has been conferred the prestigious ISO 14001; its products have been conferred the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Certificate by the National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau of the Ministry of Health, Govt of Malaysia whilst TGA has been awarded from Australia. ISO 9002 certification has also been awarded for the capsules, Further details may be had from Daehsan Trading (I) Pvt Ltd, No. 1-A First Floor, B-Block, 113/114 Thiagaraja Rd, T. Nagar, Chennai 600 017, Tel 044 2822 2403, 2822 9773, 2822 9774, Fax 044 2821 3538. E-mail . Its New Delhi office is located at 23A Najafgarh Rd., #1A, Moti Nagar, ND 110 015, Tel 011 2519 2972, 2511 9476, Fax 2546 4454 Website: www.dxnindia.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. At what age can one start taking Reishi?
From conception until death.
2. Does it have any side effects?
It has no side effects whatsoever, only ailment reflections. These are the body's language of communication indicative of the removal of toxins and are temporary. They indicate that regeneration is taking place within and are nothing to be afraid of.
3. What should do I do if ailment reflections are severe?
Drink plenty of water and reduce your intake, but never stop taking capsules. Should you stop their intake, you will merely undo the gains achieved through the use of Reishi. It is best for you to bear these symptoms which will soon disappear.
4. Which diseases does it cure?
Reishi enables the body to heal itself of all diseases.
5. Should I stop all medicines and take only, this?
No, never. Reishi is not a medicine nor is it a substitute for medications. You need to continue your treatment as advised by your doctor, simultaneously taking Reishi. Over a period of time you will find that the requirement of other drugs will diminishes Reishi strengthens the body and rejuvenates it.
6. Can it postpone or is it an alternative to surgery?
No. An acute condition is to be promptly treated nor is surgery to be postponed. Reishi treatment is permanent but special medical attention is mandatory for any acute or serious condition requiring immediate attention.
7. How can I trust that this is a "sarvaroga nivarani" [an aid to the cure for any disease] ?
This may be verified only through personal experience. You are advised to use it yourself. Thousands of patients have benefited from using it. It has no side effects whatsoever. Your body will respond to the product and you may experience an ailment reflection from using it.
8. Is Reishi efficacious in all diseases?
Yes. It is the same body that produces all diseases. Reishi detoxifies and corrects imbalances in the system which is activated to heal itself.
9. I am healthy! Why should I take Reishi at all?
By regularly taking Reishi your body will continue to flush out the toxins one involuntarily ingests through food & drink. Your immune system will be regulated reducing possibilities of contracting diseases. Although you may currently feel healthy any dormant disease may surface as your immunity goes down. A minimum maintenance dose of 1 pair of capsules per day ensures that normal metabolic processes continue unhampered.
MARKETING PLAN -- for the welfare of all; for the happiness of all.
Concept: One Membership - One World - One Market.
By engaging in this plan you can not only earn money and improve your health, but you accumulate punya or merit by helping others. It also prepares you for the attainment enlightenment. Thus you are able to fulfill the Four Aims of Life viz. Artha or Right Livelihood; Kama-Swastha, Vitality and good health; Dharma, Social responsibilities; & Moksha, Liberation. It is integral to Bodhisattva Activity.
Life Subscription: Rs. 425.00 --
Starter Kit with 30 capsules each of RG & GL, cost Rs. 850.00;
Executive Business Kit containing 90 capsules each of RG & GL, costs Rs. 1680.00;
both inclusive of subscription.
Simultaneously you will need to purchase various booklets on Reishi which explain its basics, dosage, ailment reflections etc. Capsules cost Rs.14/- per pair which is less than half the international price. The Rupee is currently equivalent to approx Rs 46 to the US$.
There exists absolutely no compulsion whatsoever for a member to further the chain. It is however noticed that once a member starts to derive benefit from Reishi, one automatically introduces one's family and friends to it. Thus the chain grows of its own accord! There is no demotion ever.
Income: As distributor: 1. Retail profit -- as a Distributor 20-25% on MRP ;
2. Bonus -- On Personal & Group PV 6% to 25% per month; PV is accumulative.
The following is illustrative of bonus calculations:
Each Distributor needs to aggregates minimum of 690 PV, Point Value, per month to qualify for bonus. PV is approx half the distributor price in Indian Rupees and varies from country to country. New Distributors are urged to sponsor 4 new Distributors every month for the first four months after enrolling. Thus one will benefit from the cascade effect of networking. The key to success lies in honesty, integrity, dedication, hard work and ethical behaviour.
[Accumulated Group Bonus CONDITION STATUS BONUS INCOME In Rs. INCENTIVES &c as per chart.]
Medical expertise is not at all required to market Reishi. You will need to be trained at seminars. Please attend them regularly in Chennai, New Delhi or through your local organisers. Once you are convinced of the value of Reishi through personal study, use and attendance of seminars, you will yourself want to introduce your family, relatives and friends to this excellent product. You are encouraged to bring them to attend these seminars as well.
A few prominent members are 1. Bihar School of Yoga, Munger, SA, Tel 06344 222430, DXN Membership # 9094431
2. Bokaro Buddha Vihar Committee, Bokaro, Tel 246951, # 9094430
3. Karmpa International Buddhist Institute, New Delhi, Tel 011 2656 4365 # 9313345
4. H. H. Penor Rinpoche, Head of the Nyingma tradition of Himalayan Buddhism, Karnataka, Tel. # 08223 252962, 254185, Fax 254691, # 9197019
5. H. H. Gyalwang Drugchen Rinpoche, Head of the Drugpa Kargyud tradition, SA, Tel 0354 252957, # 9197029
6. Ven. Bhikshu Pragyasheel, SA, Bodh Gaya, Tel 983071234, # 9292383
7. Sri Bharat Thakur, Yoga Master, New Delhi, Tel # 2461 6688, Cell 98101 25887, # 9233822
8. Sri Prashant Mehrotra, Kolkata, Tel # 3102 7949, # 9324029
9. Sanyasi Sanjeev Kumar, Munger # 9384096
10. Mrs Sheila Choudhary, wife of IG, Patna, # 9094425
11. Sri Birendra Kumar, Adv., SA, Puranigunge, Munger, Tel 227787, # 9094422
12. Sri Pinku Poddar, CA, Munger Tel 221019, 222067, # 9125260
13. Sri Sushil Kumar Khemka, S. Vastralaya, Munger Tel 222196, # 9097210
14. Dr. Shankar Sharma, Homeopath, Munger, Tel 225404, # 9097210
15. Brig H. S. D. Singh (retd), Bathinda Tel # 9137802
16. Sri Kailash Pd Soni, Star Diamond & Stockist, Bhilai, Chattisgarh.
This flier is being circulated wishing you health, prosperity and happiness by your stockist Bio-Energy Healthcare, distributor and friend: Shree Narayan Singh, DXN membership #9074427
Mrs. Harbeet Singh # 9205304
Sri Birendra Kumar, Adv. # 9094422
Sanyasi Sanjeev Kumar # 9384096
Jay Kr Yadav, Tel 226151, # 9377297
Sri Piush Kumar Thakur, # 9212760
Sri Purushottam Kr Sharma, Tel 226933
'Uddiyana', Dalip Mahal, Munger 811201, Bihar, Tel. 06344-22291, 221157, Cell 94312 36068/71/73
Fax 06344-221328, e-mail: and the entire Reishi DXN family.
Please quote your introducing member's name & DXN membership # in all your interactions with the company.
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