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Green Tea With Reishi Mushroom
Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) have long been used as an “spirit plant”, in China and throughout the ancient East, for centuries. Packed full of polysaccharides, triterpenoids and other chemical compounds with numerous health-promoting benefits, Reishi is revered as one of the “three spirit plants.”
Our Shiitake Genmaicha blend combines earthy and roasty notes from toasted rice green tea with the earthiness and balance-enhancing benefits of Shiitake extract powder for an adaptogenic blend that boosts energy and encourages equilibrium.
Anti-cancer
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) mushrooms have long been used in Eastern medicine as health-enhancing supplements, thanks to their extracts and tinctures being shown to increase life span in mice while helping with cancer treatment side effects. Reishi has also been proven to boost immunity function, lower blood pressure levels, promote sleep quality and decrease cholesterol levels; its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties likely play a part in its benefits.
Reishi contains beta-glucans, which have been scientifically shown to strengthen immune systems. Reishi contains these beta-glucans at levels that stimulate white blood cell production, downregulate TH2 cytokines, and prevent metastasis of cancerous tumors from metastasizing. Furthermore, Reishi acts as an immunostimulant which means it increases natural killer cell and macrophage activity.
Reishi mushroom may provide more medicinal benefits than just anti-cancer. Herbalists often recommend it as a sleep aid due to its relaxing and quality sleeping properties. Reishi may also help treat depression or mood disorders and improve circulation; and researchers believe the fungus may even aid with heart disease by lowering cholesterol and improving circulation.
Reishi can be found in many forms, from powdered supplements and tinctures to double-extracted extracts. When selecting your product, ensure it has been double-extracted for optimal absorption by your body – this ensures polysaccharides and triterpenes from reishi mushrooms are properly absorbed by your system. Add Reishi Powder to smoothie recipes for an added health boost! You can purchase Reishi mushrooms online or from local herb shops.
Anti-inflammation
Reishi mushrooms are natural anti-inflammatories. Studies have demonstrated their efficacy by showing they reduce inflammation levels in white blood cells, helping your body fight infections more effectively and increase immune system performance. Furthermore, one 2009 Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry paper documented their ability to extend lifespan in laboratory animals.
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum or Lingzhi mushroom) has long been used in Eastern medicine to enhance immunity, combat fatigue, alleviate depression, strengthen heart health and promote sleep and energy. Modern research has identified key active compounds found in Reishi such as polysaccharides and beta-d-glucans which may account for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant properties.
Reishi mushroom is not only an anti-inflammatory but also an adaptogen. These powerful medicinal mushrooms help strengthen resilience against chronic inflammation and have been demonstrated to down-regulate pro-inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1 and IL-6 for reduced proinflammatory responses.
Reishi’s anti-inflammatory and adaptogenic properties make it an excellent ingredient in tea beverages, including green tea. Try adding reishi powder to your favorite green tea blend or sipping on one featuring turmeric or ginger superfoods. Or add extract or tinctures of Reishi into water, smoothies or protein powder mixes for maximum benefits.
Immune system boost
Mushrooms are an incredible source of nutrition, packed with essential vitamins and minerals that can boost immune defenses against infections and help protect against premature aging. Studies have also demonstrated their anti-ageing benefits; specifically boosting white blood cell activity to combat age-related diseases while simultaneously increasing energy levels and alleviating stress levels.
Mushroom tea can help boost your immunity and fight cold and flu symptoms. Drink it alone or add it to a smoothie recipe! You may also consider supplementing with mushrooms for their powerful antioxidant and immune-enhancing benefits, helping prevent illnesses all year long and keeping yourself feeling great!
Reishi mushrooms (Ling Zhi or Ganoderma lucidum) have long been used in Eastern cultures for their medicinal benefits. Reishi contains polysaccharides which stimulate immune function and reduce inflammation within the body, as well as being proven effective against cancer, improving cardiovascular health, and decreasing blood pressure.
Combining matcha green tea powder and reishi extract can bring many health advantages. Matcha contains L-theanine, an amino acid known for improving concentration and soothing the mind. Reishi extract, on the other hand, boasts ganoderic acid and beta glucans which boost your immune system while fighting infections while slowing aging processes.
Reishi mushrooms can be easily found at most Asian markets and online. Most commonly sold as capsules for easy consumption at home, you can also make tea by boiling it with some Reishi powder – perfect for adding flavorful boost to soups and stews! They may even be found at certain natural health stores.
Energy boost
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum; Lingzhi) has been used for over 2000 years in Chinese medicine and is known as the “Mushroom of Immortality”. Reishi can act as an energy booster, help your body adapt to stress better, and enhance immune system function – not to mention being an excellent natural source of vitamins C, B3, and B6! Furthermore it contains multiple amino acids including the important gamma-aminobutryic acid.
Reishi mushrooms have been proven to improve mental performance, decrease anxiety levels and support sleep quality. According to one study, extracts derived from Reishi were shown to possess neuroprotective effects and boost production of nerve growth factor essential for healthy neurological function.
Studies show that Reishi mushrooms help balance the body by stimulating and regulating immune function, increasing oxygen utilization and liver metabolic efficiency efficiency, degrading free radicals effectively, as well as providing natural energy boost from its polysaccharides including Beta-glucans and Ganoderic Acid to increase concentration, calm mind and boost immunity. Reishi also provides natural energy through polysaccharides such as Beta-glucans which helps enhance concentration and support immunity.
This tea combines antioxidant-rich chaga, reishi and maitake mushrooms with delicious organic lemongrass, goji berry and eluthero for an invigorating and rejuvenating herbal beverage. Special care has been taken during processing to soften reishi cells’ chitin layers so your body can more readily absorb their beneficial substances.
Weight loss
Reishi mushroom, often featured as an ingredient in health teas, has long been revered as the “Mushroom of Immortality” or the “King of Mushrooms.” As an adaptogenic herb it helps balance and regulate immune function while improving oxygen utilization and liver metabolic efficiency – as well as reduce toxins while increasing energy levels. Reishi has even been shown to promote production of nerve growth factor which provides neuroprotection benefits.
Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum; Lingzhi) have long been used in Chinese and other Eastern cultures as herbal medicine, to improve overall health and increase longevity. Reishi may help enhance immune response while also preventing abnormal blood vessel formation that could potentially lead to cancerous tumors. Furthermore, recent scientific studies have confirmed its antioxidant properties which make it effective against certain types of cancer.
Reishi tea has long been known to help individuals control their appetite, leading them to reduce food consumption and therefore weight loss. Furthermore, its ability to suppress absorption of fats and carbohydrates makes reishi an excellent weight-loss supplement. Reishi can even help prevent high blood pressure as well as lower cholesterol levels by decreasing inflammation – thus protecting people against heart disease risks!
Since mushrooms are known for their medicinal benefits, it’s wise to speak with an integrative medicine dietitian before adding them to your diet. They could interact with medications you are currently taking or cause side effects such as insomnia, bloating and diarrhea – in fact, some studies suggest mushrooms may even lead to nausea and pain!