Ganoderma lucidum
Also known as Mushroom of Immortality and 'Ling Zhi' in Chinese (Translation: ‘Herb of Spiritual Potency’).
In recent times Reishi has become popular worldwide (and studied extensively) for its many benefits as the “mushroom of immortality” or the Taoist ‘elixir of life’, and has been traditionally revered as a longevity and vitality-enhancing tonic.
Learn about Reishi
Commonly known as Ling Zhi in Chinese, which translates to ‘herb of spiritual potency’. Reishi is also referred to as the “mushroom of immortality” or the Taoist ‘elixir of life’, and has been traditionally revered as a longevity and vitality-enhancing tonic.
“In traditional Chinese medicine, Reishi is considered to be a 3 treasure tonic. Taoist health philosophy is founded on the idea that all life is comprised of 3 treasures, or energies; Jing or ‘essence’, Qi or ‘subtle matter’, and Shen or ‘spirit/ consciousness’. Modern Chinese Medicine Texts often list Reishi as a powerful ‘Shen tonic,’ which translates loosely to an herb that ‘nourishes the spirit’.“ – Dr Jimi Wollumbin (TCM)
Although it has been prized for over 2000 years in Asia (some say 4000 years), Reishi has been relatively unknown if the West until the last 30 years or so. In recent times however, Reishi has become popular worldwide (and studied extensively) for its many benefits.
It acts as an immune stimulant; is adaptogenic; lowers blood pressure, blood sugar levels and cholesterol; is antibacterial; is anti-viral (active against HIV, Herpes Simplex, HBV, and Influenza A); is anti-tumor (reduces angiogenesis, antiproliferative); is antifungal; acts as a liver protector (even used for mushroom poisoning).
Common Uses
Anti-Ageing, Anxiety, Blood Sugar Regulation, Debility, Endurance, Energy, Energy Tonic, Exhaustion, Fatigue, Fungal Infections, Heart Palpitations, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Immunity, Longevity, Lower Blood Pressure, Nervous System, Premature Ageing, Relaxation, Restlessness, Spiritual Journeying, Stamina, Stress, Sugar Metabolism, Tension, Trauma (Emotional), and Vitality.Precautions
If your blood pressure is too low, it is best to avoid reishi mushroom. Stop using reishi mushroom at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
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References
Stephen Harrod Buhner (2012), Herbal Antibiotics: Natural Alternatives for treating drug-resistant bacteria, pp. 298-305