Reishi is a beautiful mushroom and a multifaceted herb. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Reishi is regarded as a primary ‘superior herb’, an “herb for the immortals” (and emperors), and is used to nourish the shen - a person’s mind / consciousness and emotional balance. The fungus is regarded as an immune modulator in Western Herbalism, with a special affinity for the lungs, found to both strengthen the immune system and also balance it if it is overactive. In the eastern US, we have a native species of Reishi, Ganoderma tsugae, that grows specifically on the trunk of dying Eastern Hemlocks. Hemlock is a majestic coniferous tree that has been a keystone species in the ecology of Eastern forests. Tragically, Hemlock forests have been in rapid decline the last couple decades because of an accidentally introduced beetle that kills the trees. As it happens, because so many hemlock trees are dying, we find ourselves in a window of time when Reishi is abundant - it is, quite literally, of this time. Reishi's versatility is a testament of mycelial behavior that supports a multitude of systems and networks - its uses range from immune-boosting and protection to supporting the body's ability to deal with stress and fatigue. Herbalists also use reishi for sleep support, emotional balance, and other symptoms we relate to nervous system disruption and the stress response. Classified as an adaptogen, this functional mushroom supports both the parasympathetic nervous system and the adrenal cortex in creating better balance between reaction and relaxation in the body. This is particularly relevant to the events we are living through because when the body is in excess reactivity - constantly stressed out - our immune capacity is diminished and dysregulated, which can lead to more complex immune & autoimmune issues down the line. Reishi has been found to work on balancing the immune system and supporting a healthy inflammatory response. How the Reishi Mushroom Works Over the past several decades, dozens of different studies conducted in Japan, China, the U.S. and the U.K. have demonstrated that reishi mushrooms are capable of offering protection against numerous diseases or illnesses, including:
digestive problems, stomach ulcers and leaky gut syndrome
tumor growth and cancer
skin disorders
autoimmune disorders
diabetes
viruses, including the flu, HIV/AIDS or hepatitis
heart disease, hypertension, high blood pressure and high cholesterol
sleep disorders and insomnia
anxiety and depression
Because they work as an “immune modulator,” reishi mushrooms can help restore hormonal balance, bring the body back to homeostasis and regulate activity of the immune system. This can help fight tumors and cancerous cells. Research shows that reishi mushrooms act as a normalizing substance, regulating various cellular functions and systems, including the endocrine (hormonal), immune, cardiovascular, central nervous and digestive systems. Taken as a tonic, Reishi is best dosed daily and over time. It can start to have an impact within a few days, but the immune system is like a reservoir - so it can take several weeks or even a couple months to recover and replenish. The double extraction method captures the full spectrum of both water and alcohol soluble compound. Reishi extract is easy to take by itself, directly on the tongue, or added to hot chocolate, coffee, or other food and beverages. Ingredients: Reishi Mushrooms, Alcohol, Water. 40% alcohol by volume 2.0 ounce $20.00, 4.0 ounce $35.00, larger sizes and dehydrated Reishi mushrooms may also be available. For more information go to: Reishi Mushroom Benefits, Uses, Dosage and Side EffectsDr. Axehttps://draxe.com › nutrition › reishi-mushroom