Reishi mushrooms have quickly become popular with experienced veterinarians and pet parents as an effective addition to mushroom supplement protocols. Reishi extracts come from fruiting bodies rather than mycelium, providing more beta-glucans in each dose.

Ganoderic acid has received extensive research by scientists for its therapeutic benefits, showing how Reishi may support healthy immunity and aid sleep.

1. Boosts Immune System

Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lingzhi) has long been used in traditional Eastern medicine to extend both life and vitality. Reishi’s antioxidant compounds and immune-enhancing benefits may stimulate both innate and adaptive immune systems, helping protect against disease while providing sleep improvements and stress reduction*.

Reishi has been shown to help maintain a healthy immune system by increasing natural killer cells and stimulating production of anti-neoplastic cytokines that inhibit tumor growth. Furthermore, its beta-glucans, complex sugars, and polysaccharides enhance macrophage phagocytosis of cancerous cells; furthermore reishi was even shown in lab studies to prevent growth of human breast cancer cells!

Reishi is also an adaptogen, helping the body cope with stress and maintain allostasis – the body’s ability to adapt internally in response to changing needs. Reishi may increase serotonin and GABA levels – two neurotransmitters associated with relaxation.

Reishi has been shown to help promote sound sleep by decreasing the time it takes to fall asleep and increasing total quality sleep time. Reishi may also help decrease inflammation and slow progression of prostate and bladder issues such as Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) or structural bladder abnormalities.

Our reishi capsules contain 100% pure fruiting bodies without grain fillers and are produced under quality-control facilities. Reishi does not treat disease directly, but can assist in leading a healthier lifestyle when combined with exercise, diet, and natural supplements. Possible side effects may include mouth dryness, stomach upset or diarrhea and a mild rash – should these symptoms persist consult with a physician immediately.

2. Supports Healthy Blood Sugar Levels

Reishi mushrooms are known to provide immune system balance, making them popular weight-loss aid. Furthermore, Reishi contains beta-glucans which increase soluble fiber levels within the body which in turn help regulate blood sugar. Reishi’s erinacines and hericenones are metabolized by liver cells to maintain optimal glucose and cholesterol balances as well.

Reishi may help relieve lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) associated with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia and other pelvic conditions in men by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase activity – an enzyme involved in producing testosterone – while simultaneously improving urination by helping your body get rid of waste more easily.

Reishi can have a dramatic impact on our immune systems, helping it respond more quickly to bacterial and viral attacks. Furthermore, its anti-inflammatory effects and ability to help lower high blood pressure have also been documented. Furthermore, reishi has also been proven effective at protecting cells and tissues against radiation therapy and chemotherapy treatments; additionally it has also shown promise in decreasing inflammation associated with cardiovascular diseases, arthritis and fibromyalgia.

Reishi mushrooms are naturally bitter and earthy in taste, so taking it as a supplement will likely alter your sense of taste. Reishi mushroom supplements come in powder form so it can easily be added to hot beverages such as tea or mixed into soups and stir fries for optimal results. Adding sweeteners such as honey or chocolate may help offset some of its bitterness.

Reishi may be safe to take in large doses, but it is wise to consult a healthcare provider prior to taking supplements containing it if you have preexisting health concerns. Potential side effects include mouth dryness, upset stomach/diarrhea, rash and headache – and pregnant or breastfeeding women should steer clear from using Reishi supplements.

3. Supports Cardiovascular Health

Though ancient herbalists believed reishi could bring immortality, its power lies more in maintaining balance and well-being on a cellular level. As an adaptogen, reishi allows both body and mind to respond fluidly to external health stressors in order to reach allostasis (return of internal environment back to an optimal state).

Reishi mushrooms have long been used to promote relaxation and promote sound sleep, helping alleviate tension and anxiety that contribute to insomnia, which was originally used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Furthermore, its antioxidants may also help mitigate effects of chronic stress on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis to help increase focus and concentration during daily tasks.

Real Mushrooms Reishi Longevity Capsules contain over five potent reishi mushrooms specially blended together for optimal wellness and vitality. Crafted in quality-controlled facilities and lab-tested, these premium extracts feature verified beta-glucans to boost immunity against invaders.

Reishi has also been shown to help maintain normal blood pressure levels and may help cardiovascular health by maintaining healthy lipid profiles. Furthermore, its anti-inflammatory properties and human studies suggest it can improve circulation and reduce stroke risks. Finally, studies conducted with rats show it works synergistically with chemotherapy drugs such as cisplatin to kill cancer cells in the laboratory – making reishi an ideal addition for anyone going through chemotherapy or radiation treatments for cancer diagnosis.

4. Supports Mental Health

Reishi mushrooms are adaptogens, meaning they can help relieve daily stressors. Research also suggests it increases white blood cell production to fight infections and combat illness more effectively; possibly due to their high antioxidant content – powerful molecules which aid the body’s natural defense mechanisms against disease while combatting signs of aging.

Reishi mushrooms have long been recognized for their immune-enhancing and mood-boosting benefits. Studies indicate that reishi mushroom may help alleviate low mood symptoms like anxiety and depression by changing chemical activity in the brain. Reishi may also help facilitate better sleep by decreasing time to sleep or lengthening total sleeping time; its benefits could also be attributable to beta glucans found within its abundance, which have been shown to stimulate immune cells growth while simultaneously decreasing tumor size in mice. Reishi is part of the polypore family alongside shiitake and Lion’s mane.

Reishi mushroom products such as tinctures and coffee-alternatives have become immensely popular due to their ability to support immune health and reduce stress, while mushroom products tout benefits such as mental clarity, anti-aging benefits and tumor prevention.

However, many of these products lack sufficient research support, raising serious safety concerns among experts. Mushroom supplements in particular are not as tightly regulated by FDA-approved medications; some store shelves may only contain mycelium grown on grains rather than actual reishi extract. At Real Mushrooms we source our reishi from actual fruiting bodies of mushrooms to guarantee you only receive effective and potency products.