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GENERAL IMMUNITY

Reishi

Ganoderma lucidum

also known as Lingzhi, Mushroom of immortality

Moderate

A revered TCM medicinal mushroom called the 'mushroom of immortality,' used for immune modulation, sleep, and adaptogenic support.

  • Immune-modulating beta-glucans
  • May support sleep quality (traditional use)
  • Adaptogenic stress support
  • Triterpenes provide anti-inflammatory action
  • Used in TCM for 2000+ years
  • Called 'mushroom of immortality' in classical Chinese texts

Active in Beta-glucans, Triterpenes (ganoderic acids), Polysaccharides.

Use caution with blood thinners
Use caution with autoimmune disorders
Use caution with immunosuppressants
May lower blood pressure
Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery
Insufficient data in pregnancy

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