Red Reishi (Ganoderma Lucidum), commonly known as Ling Zhi in Chinese, is a rare mushroom that has been used in Japan and China for over 2,000 years and revered by emperors and royalty for its effective but safe medicinal benefits.

Water-soluble polysaccharides are the most active element found in Red Reishi that have anti-tumour, immune modulating and blood pressure lowering effects. Another major active ingredient are triterpenes, which help alleviate common allergies by inhibiting histamine release, prevent blood clots, increase blood circulation, improve oxygen utilization and improve liver functions.

No. Reishi is classified as a superior herb that is non-toxic and can be consumed in large quantities and for a long period without any side effects. However, sensitive individuals may experience some detoxification symptoms such as mild digestive upset, dizziness, sore bones, and skin rashes during the initial period of intake. These are all NORMAL signs of recovery and an indication that the medicinal effect of Red Reishi is functioning well.

Yes. Reishi is a natural health supplement. However, all immune-modulating substances such as Reishi should be taken with care for patients undergoing organ transplants and using immunosuppressive drugs. It is always a good idea to consult a qualified health physician before consuming any dietary supplements.

From 10 days to two weeks, depending on the individual. One can experience a significant difference with their overall well-being after taking Reishi continuously for two months; more so, with a high-grade Reishi product where the results will be quite noticeable.

Reishi products are available in tablet, capsule, and granular form. However, Reishi products available in the market today all have different levels of quality. The method of cultivation, the growing conditions, and the processing method used to extract the Reishi essence from the mushrooms all play an important role in determining the potency of a Reishi product. Reishi products from Japan generally use the best cultivation technique called the natural wood log method to cultivate high-grade superior Reishi. To help you choose the Reishi product that is right for you, speak to a health store consultant.

Reishi has been recorded in a number of ancient texts for its medicinal uses for more than 2,000 years, such as Herbal Pharmacopoeia and Compendium of Materia Medica, often referred to as the “mushroom of immortality”. In contemporary medical science, Red Reishi is known as an herbal adaptogen, which means that it balances and restores the body to its normal healthy state.

Reishi spore are the tiny seeds released from the reishi when the reishi mushroom matures. After the spores have cracked, the oil that comes out had been known to oxidize, and the oxidation of the reishi oil was shown to create an unpleasant odour and become harmful to human cells. Therefore, the health benefits and safety of consuming reishi spores oil have yet to be tested and verified by scientific research and clinical studies. The benefits of reishi’s fruiting body have been proven to work for over thousands of years. Its miraculous health-enhancing properties have been well documented by Oriental cultures for centuries.

Boiling raw reishi slices can only release minimal amounts of active ingredients for the human body to absorb. Reishi essence products, such as Mikei Red Reishi Essence and Mikei Red Reishi Essence EX, uses advance technology to extract extremely high concentration of essence in order to provide the maximum health benefits to users.

When purchasing Reishi products, it is important to choose a reputable brand with superior quality assurance. At the same time, please pay attention details such as the country of origin, manufacturer’s address and the complete ingredients listing.

Consumers can use the Japanese Reishi Association (JRA) hologram found on the packaging to verify whether the product is made in Japan. The Japan Reishi Association is an international non-profit organization supported by industry leaders and government organizations. They are dedicated to help maintain the highest standards of product quality and business practices in the Reishi industry worldwide by informing consumers about Japan Reishi health food products and manufacturer.

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