Description
"Reishi" (Ganoderma lingzhi) is a medicinal fungus abundant in polysaccharides, triterpenes, and bioactive compounds. It influences immune modulation by interacting with white blood cells and inflammatory pathways. This fungus also regulates metabolic stability, supporting oxidative balance and neurotransmitter function. Active constituents aid cellular protection, promoting physiological resilience and longevity. Long used in traditional herbal medicine, reishi is widely recognized as an adaptogenic mushroom valued for immune enhancement, stress adaptation, and overall systemic health.
Functions in the Body
Category
Deficiency Symptoms
Since reishi is not an essential nutrient, no deficiency symptoms are associated with its absence.
Reishi
Warnings
Reishi mushroom should be used with caution during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and if you have a bleeding disorder. It interacts with anticoagulants (blood thinners), high blood pressure medications (antihypertensives), and diabetes medications, potentially increasing the risk of bleeding, or causing a drop in blood pressure or blood sugar levels.
Food Sources
Reishi mushroom is available in whole mushroom form, powders, or as extracts, commonly used in teas and supplements.
Time Frame
It is best to take reishi mushroom with a meal to aid absorption and minimize any potential stomach discomfort.
Depleted By
There are no known factors that specifically deplete reishi mushroom from the body.