One of the Reishi Mushroom benefits is the good source of B vitamins and
amino acids. Recent studies and research have shown numerous bioactive compounds
or elements found in Reishi. These elements work in synergy to correct
imbalances in the body at cellular level.
Research has shown that Reishi extracts have interesting and potentially
useful medicinal activity. The results of in vitro, animal and some human
studies indicate the following beneficial affects:
• Stimulation of macrophages (immune cells) and interleukins (anti-tumor)
• Inhibition of platelet aggregation (anti-blood clotting)
• Nausea reduction after chemotherapy
• Antioxidant activity
• Immunostimulation in cancer and HIV patients
• Cholesterol lowering
• Anti-inflammatory
Polysaccharides are suspected to be a major active ingredient in many
mushrooms consumed for medicinal use. Reishi extracts contain elevated
quantities beta-glucan polysaccharides as well as triterpenoids (ganodermic
acids). For general health benefits, Reishi is taken as a general immune system
stimulant, to boost energy and to combat fatigue.
Confirmation of clear and repeatable benefits in human studies is lacking but
testimonials from different reishi users worldwide are phenomenal, reporting
positive healing results.
Improved outcomes in cancer patients who use Reishi in
addition to a traditional course of treatment have been reported but the
contribution of Reishi in these cases is not well understood. In the absence of
a demonstrated adverse affect, or excessively high dose, taking Reishi
concurrently with another course of treatment is unlikely to do harm.