Reishi

Ganoderma lucidum

Specification:

10:1 Fruiting Body: Standardised to 30% Polysaccharide

Dose Used:

400-420mg

Products:

• Balance
• Calm

Reishi, also known as Lingzhi in Chinese medicine, has been revered for over 2,000 years for its health-promoting properties. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Japanese Kampo medicine, Reishi is often referred to as the “mushroom of immortality,” believed to promote longevity and vitality. Ancient texts, such as the Shennong Ben Cao Jing and Bencao Gangmu, highlight its use for enhancing overall wellness, boosting energy, and supporting a balanced lifestyle.

Other traditional texts such as, Supplement to Classic of Materia Medica (502-536 AD) and the Ben Cao Gang Mu by Li Shin-Zhen, which is considered to be the first pharmacopoeia in China (1590 AD; Ming dynasty), anecdotally the mushroom was attributed with tonifying effects, easing the mind, promote restful sleep and enhance vital energy (Qi).

Traditional and Scientific Uses:

• Traditionally used to promote feelings of calm
• Traditionally used to support sleep quality
• Supports healthy immune function

Study Overview:

Limited scientific studies on Reishi using healthy adults are available. However, in one double-blind, placebo controlled, randomised study of 157 healthy adult volunteers, suggested that a 200mg dose of Reishi β-glucan (one of the bio-active constituents found in Reishi) could help support healthy immune function.

Evaluation of Immune Modulation by β-1,3; 1,6 D-Glucan Derived from Ganoderma lucidum in Healthy Adult Volunteers, A Randomized Controlled Trial – PubMed (nih.gov)