Botanical Name:   Ganoderma Lucidum

Reishi Mushroom Facts
Reishi Mushroom grows in coastal areas of China and is found on decaying logs and tree stumps. The fruiting body is used medicinally. In Asian medicine, the Reishi Mushroom is prized for its health-promoting effects. The Chinese call it "herb of spiritual potency," and it is used for treatment of fatigue and weakness, asthma, insomnia, coughs and more.

How Reishi Mushroom Works
Active constituents in Reishi Mushroom are sterols, coumarin, mannitol, polysaccharide and triterpenoids called ganoderic acids. The latter helps lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and works as an anticoagulant. All of these benefits contribute to a healthy cardiovascular system. Reish Mushroom has antibacterial, antiviral properties and anti-tumor activity to prevent cancer.

Possible Benefits

• Boosts immune system and promotes longevity
• Encourages relaxation and relieves stress
• Helps with insomnia
• Reduces fatigue and weakness
• Works as antiinflammatory for bronchitis and respiratory problems (allergies, colds, etc.)
• Helps prevent heart disease by lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides
• Works as an anticoagulant
• Helps prevent cancer with anti-tumor properties
• Aids the liver and is helpful with digestion

Usage Guidelines
Pregnant and lactating women should consult their doctors before using. This herb should be avoided if you are taking anticoagulant drugs. Rare side effects may include dizziness, dry mouth and throat, nose bleeds, or abdominal upset.