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Reishi Ganoderma lucidum
 
The Mushroom of Immortality
 
The Reishi mushroom has been mentioned in Chinese texts from the Han dynasty, about 2,000 years ago. It has also been depicted in ancient paintings, carvings, and pieces of furniture. Giving it the distinction of having the oldest written record of any other medicinal mushroom.
 
Many believed the mushroom prolonged life and prevented aging. However, because of how difficult it was to find and harvest in the wild, it was quite expensive. Pharaohs, nobles, and Chinese royalty were typically the only ones who could afford it.
 
The traditional Chinese texts described it as having therapeutic, anti-aging, and tonifying effects. It was also believed to have the ability to strengthen heart function, increase energy, and boost memory capability.
 
Over 400 different compounds can be found in the mushroom, including:
Triterpenoids
Polysaccharides
Nucleotides
Sterols
Steroids
Fatty acids
Proteins
Peptides
 
The rich history of use combined with modern studies, provides a strong case for the medicinal benefits of the mushroom.
 
Depending on what you plan to use the mushroom for, the effectiveness of it may vary. Multiple studies support the Mushroom Benefits to:
 
Boost the immune system
Fight cancer
Increase mental wellness
Decrease fatigue
 
Further Potential health benefits:
Supports the immune system
Help to detox
Preventing, slowing the spread of, and treating cancer
Regulating the symptoms of various conditions
Improving the health and functioning of various organs, including the heart, liver, and kidneys
Improving mental wellness and decreasing fatigue
Supports gut health
The mushroom also has high nutritional value, being low calorie and high protein. It contains a high amount of fiber, amino acids, and a high proportion of healthy fatty acids.
 
10 potential benefits of Reishi
Boost Immune System – contains triterpenoids, proteins, beta-glucans, these 3 together support immune function.
Fights against cancer. Reishi contains polysaccharides and a natural source of ganoderic acid which suppresses tumour growth, cytotoxic to carcinoma cells, inhibits the growth of lung cancer cells.
 
In a study of over 4000 breast cancer survivors, 59% consumed reishi.
 
Improve Gut Health – polysaccharides may have a prebiotic effect – prebiotics feed probiotics which supports gut health
Manages fatigue, stress and depression. Reishi is an adaptogen, combats stress by stabilising and maintaining a balance within the body. Reishi Supplements can reduce fatigue in about 4-8 weeks
Maintain cholesterol levels
Helps detox – contains antioxidants and can help the body remove toxins and free radicals
Lower Blood pressure and Improve Heart Health – improving circulation, reducing inflammation and prevent clogged arteries.
Manage allergies
Manage Diabetes
Improve liver function, promotes liver cell health, improve liver function, prevent liver disease.

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If you are currently taking any medication or are pregnant or undergoing any treatment, we strongly recommend you consult your medical advisor before taking tinctures.

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