Reishi
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is renowned In Traditional Chinese Medicine for its use as an adaptogen which supports the body during stress. Its unique properties are said to promote a zen like calm without any sedative effects.
Reishi or LingZhi is revered as a herb of longevity, an immune system booster and as a heart, liver and kidney protector. The taste is bitter, however the bitter taste of Reishi is indicative of a good quality Reishi product.
Reishi is the #1-selling nutraceutical mushroom species worldwide.
Suggested health benefits:
IMMUNE SUPPORT
Research has shown Reishi to enhance cytokine activity in our immune system. May stimulate and increase production of white blood cell count after chemo therapy.
CARDIOVASCULAR PERFORMANCE
Promotes cardiovascular system health.
STRESS SUPPORT
Supports the body’s natural ability to respond to stress.
ANTI-DEPRESSANT
Overall wellness support.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
CAUTION: People with auto immune disorders should avoid using this product.
Mushrooms for Life
Reishi mushroom supplement
Extract 30.15% Polysaccharides
Serving size: 2 Capsules (900mg)
Parts Used: Fruit Body
© 2017 Wang et al
Ganoderma lucidum is a white-rot fungus that has been viewed as a traditional Chinese tonic for promoting health and longevity. It has been revealed that several extractions from Ganoderma lucidum, such as Ethanol extract, aqueous extract, mycelia extract, water soluble extract of the culture medium of Ganoderma lucidum mycelia, Ganodermasides A, B, C, D, and some bioactive components of Ganoderma lucidum, including Reishi Polysaccharide Fraction 3, Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides I, II, III, IV, Ganoderma lucidum peptide, Ganoderma polysaccharide peptide, total G. lucidum triterpenes and Ganoderic acid C1 could exert lifespan elongation or related activities. Although the use of Ganoderma lucidum as an elixir has been around for thousands of years, studies revealing its effect of lifespan extension are only the tip of the iceberg .
Traditional uses, chemical components and pharmacological activities of the genus Ganoderma
Li Wang, Jie-qing Li, Ji Zhang, Zhi-min Li, Hong-gao Liu and Yuan-zhong Wang
In recent years, some natural products isolated from the fungi of the genus Ganoderma have been found to have anti-tumor, liver protection, anti-inflammatory, immune regulation, anti-oxidation, anti-viral, anti-hyperglycemic and anti-hyperlipidemic effects. This review summarizes the research progress of some promising natural products and their pharmacological activities. The triterpenoids, meroterpenoids, sesquiterpenoids, steroids, alkaloids and polysaccharides isolated from Ganoderma lucidum and other species of Ganoderma were reviewed, including their corresponding chemical structures and biological activities. In particular, the triterpenes, polysaccharides and meroterpenoids of Ganoderma show a wide range of biological activities.
Preventive and Therapeutic Effect of Ganoderma (Lingzhi) on Skin Diseases and Care
Zhuming Yin, Baoxue Yang & Huiwen Ren
Ganoderma lucidum (G. lucidum, Lingzhi), a kind of mushroom with various bioactivities, is recently revealed to improve skin quality and treat skin diseases. Traditionally, polysaccharides and ganoderic acids have been reported as the major functional metabolites of Ganoderma possessing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory functions.
