Description

Reishi mushrooms have been recognized as medicinal mushrooms for over 2000 years. They contain bioactive substances that have beneficial effects on the body, especially the lung functions, heart, and immune systems. Their powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds boost the immune system to help prevent or treat infections. People also take Reishi mushroom for health conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, liver or kidney disease, respiratory diseases (such as asthma), viral infections (such as the flu), support during chemotherapy, pain during and after a shingles outbreak, building strength and stamina, and fatigue. The taste is described as “tough” and “woody”.