Reishi & Cancer Treatment

The Reishi mushroom is one of the most widely used and respected herbal medicines in Asia and has a long history in cancer treatment and immune-stimulating prescriptions. Current research supports many of these claims, and Reishi mushroom is used alone or alongside chemotherapy as an adjunct cancer therapy.

History

• Reishi mushroom is listed right next to ginseng at the top of the traditional Chinese medicine classification of herbs. In China, Reishi is known as Ling Chi or Ling Zhi, and in the West, Reishi is called Ganoderma Lucidum.

Benefits

• Reishi mushroom has been the focus of numerous studies in Japan, China, Europe and North America and has been found to positively effect the immune system. It also benefits a large number of illnesses and conditions, especially various forms of cancer.

Reishi and Cancer

• Reishi has shown potent anti-tumor and cancer prevention effects in vitro studies. Reishi also improves the immune response in cancer patients, making it a valuable addition to any cancer treatment protocol.

Usage

• Reishi mushroom can be purchased in capsule form at most health food stores or can be found in any Chinatown in its whole form.
  Usage is usually daily with Reishi, especially in cancer treatment.

Types

• Reishi is usually found in its red or black form, although there are other varieties in Asia. Reishi is also related to several other polyphore mushrooms, some of which are being studied for their cancer treatment potential.