Reishei mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum)

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Ganoderma lucidum causes apoptosis in leukemia, lymphoma and multiple myeloma cells.

Ganoderma lucidum extract was screened for its anti-proliferative activity using a panel of 26 human cancer cell lines. The six most sensitive hematologic cell lines were: HL-60 (ED50 26 microg/ml), U937 (63 microg/ml), K562 (50 microg/ml), Blin-1 (38 microg/ml), Nalm-6 (30 microg/ml) and RPMI8226 (40 microg/ml). Cell cycle analyses revealed a G2/M arrest, most prominently in HL-60 cells. Four hematopoietic cell lines (HL-60, Blin-1, U937, RPMI8226) were examined for apoptosis, which ranged between 21 and 92%. After exposure to G. lucidum extract, HL-60 cells became multinucleated with an increased DNA content. These results indicate that G. lucidum extract has a profound activity against leukemia, lymphoma and multiple myeloma cells and may be a novel adjunctive therapy for the treatment of hematologic malignancies.

This is one of the great longevity tonics of Chinese Medicine used in cancer treatment in Traditional and Modern Chinese Medicine to improve vitality, strength and stamina and to prolong life. Reishi enhances immune response, alleviates chemotherapy side effects such as nausea and kidney damage and protects cellular DNA by raising antioxidant capacity.

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidium) contains polysaccharides that are effective in suppressing cancer cells. Dr Fukumi Morishiga at the Linus Pauling Institute of Science and Medicine took a hot water extract of Reishi

  • Immunemodulation: The proliferation, maturation and activities of both T and B lympocytes, NK cells and dendritic cells improved significantly during both lab and animal tests when taking Reishi. Beta-glucan is the most constituent for immune support.
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome: A multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial was conducted in China. A Reishi extract was administered for 8 weeks, resulting in a reduced sense of fatigue and improved quality of life. This again confirms Reishi’s effect on the immune system.
  • Anti-viral and anti-bacterial actions: Polysaccharide-bound proteins (glycoproteins, comparable to the PSK and PSP fractions in Coriolus versicolor) from Reishi showed inhibitory effects on Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1), Herpes Simplex Virus type 2 (HSV-2), and Vesicular Stomatitis Virus (VSV – New Jersey strain) in a lab test.
  • Anti-ulcer properties The Helicobacter Pylori, the bacteria that causes e.g. peptic ulcers and gastritis (and is probably also involved in the development of stomach cancers) was inhibited in its growth by a Reishi extract.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3339609/http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/03/15/mushrooms-cancer-treatment.aspxhttps://thewholejourney.com/5-mushrooms-that-boost-immunity-and-fight-cancer/Reishi to Fight CancerReishi is very therapeutic for lung conditions like asthma and bronchitis.In addition to beta glucans helping the immune cells bind to tumor cells, many experts believe that the compounds in Reishi reduce the number of cancerous cells, making it easier for T-cells and macrophages to rid the body of them.Natural News has a great article about the health benefits of Reishi mushrooms.
  • Another cancer-fighting substance in Reishi is canthaxanthin, which has been studied to slow down the growth of tumors.
  • In combination with other herbs, Reishi mushroom has been successfully used to treat prostate cancer. In fact, the Japanese government officially recognizes the Reishi mushroom as a cancer treatment.
  • Reishi is hard to find in food form but easy to find in high-quality supplement form. It has long been hailed as the mushroom of immortality in the East. While it boosts immune function tremendously, it can be targeted to beat the flu or taken when someone else has the flu to ensure that you or your loved ones don’t pass it on.
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  • Ganoderic acid in Reishi mushrooms may be useful in treating lung cancer8
  • Ganoderma, commonly known as Lingzhi or Reishi, also called mushroom of immortality, belonging to family Ganodermataceae has been traditionally administered throughout Asia for centuries as a cancer treatment
  • Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is too bitter to eat but is widely available in teabags, capsules and liquid extracts. Animal studies have shown that reishi improves immune function and inhibits the growth of some malignant tumors; it is also a natural anti-inflammatory agent.