Royal Mushroom Reishi

Reishi is nicknamed the "Divine Mushroom of Immortality". Although it has several poetic nicknames, in English it is the glossy glossy mushroom - a woody disease-causing mushroom that gets its name from its typically shiny surface. Why is Reishi so special and how far back does its history go?

 

 

If you have ever heard of Reishi, it is probably in connection with traditional Chinese or Eastern medicine. Ganoderma lucidum, or Reishi, originated in Asia, where it was given a noble name: the divine mushroom of immortality or the royal mushroom. The local inhabitants and their ancestors have been using the mushroom for their health for 4,000 years - so it is not surprising that while it is rather sporadically mentioned here, in Asia it is a frequently used name for a commonly used vital mushroom. However, it was not only a vital mushroom, but also a talisman for good luck and protection against possible evil. Interestingly, Reishi was also popular among monks in Taoist monasteries. They used the mushroom before meditation, knowing very well that Reishi can, among other things, calm our Shen spirit (our psyche).

A mushroom you wouldn 't enjoy

Speaking of using Reishi, you wouldn't want to eat a shiny mushroom. It has a distinctly woody texture and is bitter, so not really suitable for a gourmet dinner. In addition, it is largely made up of indigestible fibre. These are the reasons why, as a food supplement, the mushroom is further processed by double extraction so that it can be taken internally.

 

What can Reishi do?

What can the Royal Mushroom or Lingzhi do? It may be considered a superfood, but according to health claim laws, we can only disclose to you those that are approved by the European Union. Reishi is good for supporting the immune system, supporting normal circulatory functions and for maintaining normal blood cholesterol levels. If you are interested in learning more about the benefits that the unique composition of Reishi has to offer, then we recommend searching for studies or relevant texts that address its ability to harmonize the body.

 

 

 

How to find your way around the wide range of Reishi products?

You can find many manufacturers offering Reishi on the market today. So what should I look for? By the quality of the mushroom raw material. This is crucial because mushrooms easily absorb various pollutants such as heavy metals, pesticides or radioactivity. And you need Reishi to support your immune system - not clog it up with other impurities. So in addition to the origin of the raw material, you need to know its quality and safety.

MycoMedica tests all mushroom raw material in the German independent laboratory Agrolab for more than 300 types of harmful substances.

The form of processing of the mushroom Reishi is also important. Reishi contains a number of active substances that are insoluble in water. They do not dissolve even by boiling. A typical example is triterpenes. Reishi contains 120 species of triterpenes, of which 80 are physiologically active. This is not found in any other fungus. Therefore, if you want your body to be able to use them, take products that have undergone a double extraction - hot water followed by alcohol. MycoMedica's best-selling product is Reishi processed by double extraction with a polysaccharide content of 30%, which contains the optimal ratio of active ingredients.

Beauty hidden inside

What helps on the inside can also help on the outside. Some studies have already explored the idea of using vital mushrooms in cosmetics. This is also true for Reishi, which hides a natural treasure full of active ingredients. Reishi is thought to help protect the skin from oxidative stress or prevent skin ageing. With the return to nature that we are hearing about more and more often and from all sides, it is possible that just such plant treasures with versatile uses will be increasingly in demand in the future. More in demand as a support for vitality and beauty. This is no different with our CareMedica cosmetics, which contain extracts from vital mushrooms.