The magic shroom that never ceases to amaze biologists. 😄
What is ganoderma lucidum?
Ganoderma lucidum is an Asian fungus that grows on trees.
It is best known as :
- Reishi in Japanese.
- Lingzhi in Chinese.
It has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine, where it was reserved for the royal court.
Composition
This mushroom is rich in active compounds:
- Ribonucleosides.
- Polysaccharides.
- Triterpenes.
- Beta-glucans.
- Amino acids.
- Potassium.
- Alkaloids.
- Calcium.
- Glycoproteins.
- Sterols.
- Flavonoids.
- Canthaxanthin.
- Ganoderiol.
- Vitamin C.
- Phenols.
How to take it?
Reishi is rarely eaten as a mushroom, due to its tough texture and bitterness.
It is mainly found in powder form, as a medicinal remedy.
Its benefits combine well with those of sesame.
Medicinal benefits
This mushroom is particularly appreciated by the heart and liver.
Therapeutic properties
Reishis have traditionally been used for the following properties:
- Antioxidant.
- Anti-aging.
- Antimicrobial.
- Immunostimulant.
- Adaptogenic.
- Tonic.
- Anti-inflammatory.
- Neuroprotective.
- Hypoglycemic.
- Radioprotective.
- Antimutagen.
- Fortifying.
- Antiviral.
Diseases
This fungus has shown significant results for the following diseases:
- HIV.
- Herpes.
- Hyperlipidemia.
- Arthritis.
- Fibromyalgia.
- Edema.
- Cancer.
- Cirrhosis.
- Influenza.
- Ankylosing spondylitis.
- Huntington’s disease.
- Parkinson’s disease.
- Crohn’s disease.
- Tiredness.
- Shingles.
- Insomnia.
- Myotonic dystrophy.
- Rheumatoid arthritis.
- Glomerulonephritis.
- Heart failure.
Anti-aging
Powdered ganoderma lucidum has impressive anti-aging properties.
However, when combined with emotional introspection, it can really produce results.
I can discover how to deal with my emotions.
Conclusion
What are the medicinal benefits of reishi?
The “mushroom of immortality” can benefit a wide range of pathologies.
It is especially notable for:
- Strengthening the immune system.
- Limiting damage caused by cellular oxidation.
- Preventing cancer.