English name: Reishi, Lingzhi, Glossy Ganoderma
Botanical name: Ganoderma lucidum
Pharmaceutical name: Ganoderma lucidum
Part used: flesh fruit body
Family: Ganodermataceae
Actions
Astringent, Depurative, Imune enhancing & modulating, Nourishing, Tonifying, Warming
Medicinal Uses
In many Eastern cultures, Reishi is known as the “herb of spiritual potency”.
There is quite an interest in any elixir of longevity for the immune system. Reishi is certainly getting its share. Indications are that both Reishi and Shiitake will be major participants in this area in the future.
With active elements that include peptides, essential amino acids, and polysaccharides, Reishi' popularity as a beneficial health supplement continues to expand globally. Some of the health conditions which may be helped by daily consumption of Reishi Extract include fatigue, high cholesterol, weakened immune systems, and some forms of tumors and cancer.
The main health benefits:
Contraindications
Pregnancy, Lactation.
Suggested Use: One capsule daily, with food, or as directed by your health care professional or pharmacist.