Reishi
Ganoderma lucidum is a potent immune system regulator, promising anti-cancer agent, and stress reducer. This mushroom is frequently used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Quick Answer
What it is
Ganoderma lucidum is a potent immune system regulator, promising anti-cancer agent, and stress reducer. This mushroom is frequently used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Key findings
- Grade C: CD3 Lymphocytes (Immune Health)
- Grade C: CD4 Lymphocytes (Immune Health)
- Grade C: Anxiety Symptoms (Breast Cancer)
Safety
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Reishi
Quick Facts: Reishi
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:9
- Research Outcomes:53
- Key Effect:Immune Health
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (13)
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