🍄Ganoderma lucidum
Reishi mushroom (ling zhi)
★ Signature remedyGanoderma lucidum
A glossy, bitter, woody mushroom called the 'mushroom of immortality' in old texts.
Traditional use
Simmered for hours in slow tonics for calm, sleep, and long-term immune support. A classic adaptogen.
How to prepare
Simmer 5–10 g of dried slices in 4 cups water for 1–2 hours; sweeten with a date if bitter. Or take a standardized extract per the label.
Safety notes
Can thin blood and lower blood pressure. Stop two weeks before any surgery; avoid combining with anticoagulants without medical guidance.
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