Reishi
Ganoderma lucidum
The 'mushroom of immortality' — an adaptogenic fungus used for immunity, calm, and sleep.
Traditional use (tcm): The 'mushroom of immortality' — an adaptogenic fungus used for immunity, calm, and sleep.
The 'mushroom of immortality' — an adaptogenic fungus used for immunity, calm, and sleep.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- The 'mushroom of immortality' — an adaptogenic fungus used for immunity, calm, and sleep.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- May increase bleeding and lower blood pressure; GI upset.
- Bleeding disorders
- Before surgery
May increase bleeding and lower blood pressure; GI upset.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.