Strengthen your immunity with this nutrient-packed blend of reishi, chaga and turkey tail tea, which has many proven health benefits including relieving stress, improving sleep and increasing energy.

Reishi mushrooms have long been revered in Eastern Herbalism since their time with Emperors; their use is thought to help stimulate white blood cells and enhance immunity system function. Reishi mushroom-infused teas are designed using Traditional Eastern Herbalist techniques for optimal effectiveness.

1. Red Reishi

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) has long been recognized as a medicinal mushroom of distinction and revered in Eastern medicine for centuries. Also referred to as lingzhi or mannetake, reishi has long been used to strengthen immunity, treat fatigue, lung conditions and liver disorders and promote longevity – Shennong Material Medica’s ranking of it amongst one of the top 10 superior medicinal plants is evidence of this fact.

Reishi is a potent adaptogen, helping the body adapt to stress. Studies have revealed its ability to boost mood, decrease anxiety and depression levels and enhance sleep by raising melatonin levels in our brains and thus aiding sleep quality and duration. Furthermore, Reishi interacts with GABA (gamma-aminobutryic acid) pathways which have been found responsible for decreasing neural activity while increasing relaxation.

Reishi offers numerous anti-ageing benefits. Numerous studies have demonstrated its ability to slow the aging process by stimulating cell turnover and stimulating production of essential hormones like estradiol and testosterone. Furthermore, studies have confirmed its anti-tumor properties which prevent cancer cells from dividing.

Reishi is an antioxidant and can help protect the body against free radical damage caused by free radicals, which have been linked to numerous health conditions ranging from heart disease and high blood pressure to premature aging and cancer. Studies have demonstrated its ability to stop cancer cell growth as well as increase its effectiveness through conventional treatments such as chemotherapy.

PURICA’s extra-strength Reishi Mushroom Tea is made of the highest-grade organic red reishi from far west China and combined with rooibos, vanilla bean extract, cacao nibs and our Reishi Extract to craft an irresistibly refreshing beverage that helps relax, unwind and de-stress you – perfect as both hot or cold beverages! For something more potent try Coco Dream which combines Reishi Extract along with adaptogen Ashwagandha and Peruvian cacao for an unparalleled experience!

2. Yellow Reishi

Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) have long been used in traditional Chinese medicine, known for their anti-tumor, immunostimulatory, hepatoprotective and cardiovascular benefits as well as other health promoting properties. Reishi is also considered an adaptogen, meaning that its use helps the body cope better with physical and emotional stressors.

Reishi mushrooms, like other forms of fungi, belong to the plant kingdom and should not be consumed directly by humans; however, they can easily be grown using logs or stumps in various climates as a growing medium. Reishi is considered an ideal natural superfood for vegans as it can be produced in small batches without needing to venture outdoors – making reishi one of their top natural superfoods for added nutrition without leaving home!

A 2018 study concluded that Reishi mushroom polysaccharides could complement traditional cancer therapies by strengthening immunity, inhibiting tumor growth and directly killing cancer cells. Furthermore, these mushrooms have also been proven to prevent the spread of cancer as well as increase effectiveness of radiation therapy treatment for cervical cancer patients.

Reishi is a potency antioxidant, helping our bodies battle damage caused by free radicals. Reishi may slow the aging process while decreasing risk factors associated with diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer by increasing activity of enzymes which combat oxidants such as superoxide dismutase and catalase.

Reishi can be traced to its high concentration of polysaccharides, beta-glucans and triterpenoids; these compounds have shown great promise for supporting cardiovascular health, blood sugar regulation and cholesterol reduction by stopping cells clumping together while decreasing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.

Reishi can come in various forms, from whole dried mushrooms to powders and extracts. You should aim to consume 1.5 to 9 grams per day depending on your age and health needs; organically grown products without fillers or carriers ensure you’re receiving all of its benefits.

3. Ganoderma Curtisii

Reishi mushroom is an effective adaptogen that promotes health and vitality by helping the body to adapt to stress more easily. Reishi can also support healthy blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels, aid with lipid metabolism and play an integral part in protecting against cancer. Reishi is also an exceptional way of stimulating immunity systems and protecting against cancer.

Ganoderma lucidum, more commonly known as red reishi, is one of the most widely utilized medicinal mushrooms in traditional Chinese medicine. It’s widely believed to have an array of health benefits such as increased energy, reduced anxiety and depression levels and better sleep; and can lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure (particularly among patients resistant to ACE inhibitors) significantly. Furthermore, red reishi may have aphrodisiac properties as well as decrease fatigue levels significantly.

Ganoderma contains over 80 species. Their differences can largely be explained by geography; for instance, different reishi varieties exist across Asia and Europe and China, with six main reishi types including Ganoderma lucidum (red), Ganoderma sichuanense (black), Dendrobium (white) Dendrobium Tsugae Porcupine Reishi and Lingzhi being among them.

Reishi has many uses beyond physical health benefits; it is used for spiritual development and mental clarity as well as being considered sacred by various cultures. Furthermore, Reishi is utilized in traditional Chinese herbal medicine treatments as it works wonders against diseases while improving overall wellness.

Reishi mushrooms can be found growing throughout North America on decaying stumps and roots of deciduous trees, as well as indoors for commercial purposes. Due to the tough and bitter taste of its fruit bodies, harvesting reishi can be challenging; however, its powder can be combined with water to form a nutritious tea that provides great medicinal value.

Ganoderma curtisii is an annual, red-colored laccate stipitate conk, with bright yellow growth margins when mature, producing 2-5 inch caps of 2-5 inch in diameter and similar spore print results to G. tsugae; however, its maturity occurs much quicker and can be collected in temperate climates for collection. Like other Reishi strains, Ganoderma curtisii may offer health-promoting properties and even be grown as an at-home tea source.

4. Ling Zhi

Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) is one of the most widely utilized medicinal mushrooms in traditional medicine due to its ability to strengthen immunity and combat disease. Reishi contains polysaccharides, polyphenols and triterpenes which have numerous health benefits that benefit immune function including stimulating white blood cells known as natural killer (NK) cells that help fight infections or diseases as well as signalling and communication processes essential for strong defence mechanisms within our bodies.

Reishi can help improve one’s mood. Studies have demonstrated its efficacy at decreasing stress and anxiety by balancing hormones and chemicals in the body, along with its anti-inflammatory and allergy reducing properties. Furthermore, its antioxidant content slows down aging processes by slowing degradation of proteins and other molecules within our bodies.

Studies have also demonstrated the efficacy of Reishi for treating liver disorders. Reishi serves as an excellent detoxifier, helping flush toxins out of the liver while improving overall liver health and function. Reishi may even help prevent or treat Hepatitis B by increasing production of healthy liver cells while simultaneously decreasing surface antigen levels in bloodstream.

Reishi was found to improve immune function and decrease symptoms of fatigue and low immunity in cancer patients through its ability to stimulate natural killer (NK) cells and other white blood cells that help fight infections while simultaneously aiding healing processes. Furthermore, its benefits also included helping reduce inflammation caused by chemotherapy or radiation treatment.

Reishi can be taken in different forms, including dried mushroom, powder and extracts. Dried mushroom can be steeped in hot water to make a tea, added to drinks such as smoothies or mixed in other food or liquid products; powder and extracts are the most widely consumed forms as they can easily be mixed into other products or liquids to be taken daily.