Reishi contain
beta-D-glucanwhich is
believed to be the key to Reishi's immune stimulating
properties linked to beta-glucans receptors found
on neutrophils,
monocytes or macrophages,
NK cells,
and T and B lymphocytes.
Reishi also contain triterpenoids.
These triterpenoids (including ganoderic acid)
promote immune response in the body.
Traditional use
As a royal herb of
ancient China and "mushroom of immortality",
Reishi has been used as
a medicinal mushroom
in China and other Asian countries for 2,000 years.
Pharmacological
and clinical research
As a supplement for
cancer patients, Reishi can reduce side-effects
of cytotoxic cancer therapy or radiotherapy,
and reduce the pain.
It also has significant efficacy on anti-fatigue,
hair loss, and
bone marrow suppression.
When used as a supplement for cancer patients,
the recommended daily dose is 5-10 grams of Reishi
mushroom extract or equivalent.
Reishi
triterpenes are found to inhibit cholesterol
synthesis, reduce hypertension, protect the liver
and have antioxidant properties.
|
|
Always seek medical
advice
Information provided
on this website is provided for information purposes
only and is not intended to replace advice from
a qualified medical practitioner. For information
about medical conditions please consult your doctor.
Reishi original research
As the leader
in standardised mushroom extracts we believe
passionately in sharing information from
the growing body of published research on
medicinal mushrooms. This is for education
purposes only and Mycopharmaź cannot
and does not vouch for the accuracy of independent
research. To make your own informed decisions
please refer to the original published research
about Reishi.
|
|
Auricularia
Auricula research
