Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is an ancient mushroom/fungus used for centuries in traditional Eastern medicine to enhance health and promote longevity. Reishi is thought to act as an adaptogen by helping balance physiological processes and restore homeostasis, providing natural sleep aid and helping reduce blood sugar levels for people living with diabetes. Reishi supplements can often be found as powder, capsules, tinctures teas or extracts sold over-the-counter or purchased online.

Reishi is an effective antioxidant that reduces free radical activity within the body, acting to minimize free radical damage. Furthermore, Reishi contains anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties and may provide liver and kidney protection as well. Studies have also demonstrated its efficacy for relieving fatigue while simultaneously lowering cholesterol and triglycerides levels, decreasing blood pressure levels, preventing diabetes-related heart disease as well as decreasing cellular damage.

Reishi has long been recognized for its anticancer effects. Reishi may stimulate certain white blood cells to attack and destroy abnormal cells, thus slowing or stopping cancer’s spread. Furthermore, Reishi is thought to protect liver from toxins while decreasing chemotherapy-related nausea as well as increasing survival rates among cancer patients as well as decreasing liver failure risks following treatment with cisplatin for cancer treatment.

Reishi tea can be an easy and delicious way to boost your immune system and overall health. This recipe employs mushrooms with adaptogen properties as well as spices known for reducing inflammation and supporting digestive health.