Reishi Gano 161, 400mg, Mushroom Science

Reishi Gano 161 by Mushroom Science, is the most powerful Reishi supplement of its kind. Reishi is one of the most highly regarded medicinal mushrooms, an excellent tonic which works to improve overall health and increase longevity. All medicinal mushrooms possess a high proportion of immune-enhancing polysaccharides, which are also found in goji berries, yacon, kelp, and aloe vera. Reishi has a large quantity of polysaccharides, plus it has triterpenes known as ganoderic acids. The latter are responsible for many of Reishis adaptogenic effects, which put it on the same level as the Peruvian superfood Maca.

Polysaccharides are one of the two major active constituents responsible for the many health benefits of Reishi. These polysaccharides are known as beta-glucans, and each has a unique shape. Once a beta-glucan matches up with its matching receptor site, a specific immune response is generated. The many different shapes of the beta-glucans in Reishi produce a corresponding range of enhanced immune responses. Reishi Gano 161 provides a concentrated, highly absorbable source of these essential sugars.

The second major active constituent of the Reishi mushroom are the triterpenes. Unique among all medicinal mushrooms, Reishi is the only source of triterpenes in the form of ganoderic acids, which have been studied for their powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Triterpenes have been linked to the reduction of allergic symptoms and improved oxygen utilization. This has made Reishi a preferred choice for the relief of altitude sickness and extreme athletes. Triterpenes also help protect the liver, and may offer relief of symptoms due to Hepatitis B. This reaffirms Reishis traditional use as a powerful liver tonic, safe for long-term usage. Triterpenes in the form of ganoderic acids are the key to Reishis role as a powerful adaptogen.

Many of the important triterpenes of Reishi are found only in the fruiting body of the mushroom, so it is essential to find a supplement which features an extract of this type. Reishi Gano 161 is the perfect solution, offering powerful extracts of the Reishi fruiting body to give you just what you need.

In Reishi Gano 161, the polysaccharides are concentrated through a hot water extraction process, and the triterpenes are concentrated through a hot water/alcohol extraction process. Hot liquid extraction techniques has been used for the past three thousand years to make the active constituents found in medicinal mushrooms more bio-available. Extraction methods employing heated liquid solutions are the only ones used when preparing medicinal mushrooms for modern-day clinical use and research. Reishi Gano 161 combines the best wisdom of traditional practice with the highest potency of all of Reishis active constituents.

Serving Size: 1 Capsule (400 mg)
Servings per Container: 90
Ingredients: Certified Organic Reishi Ganoderma lucidum, Gano 161 fruit body extract
15% non-linear polysaccharide (beta glucan), and 6% triterpenes (ganoderic acids).
Other Ingredients: Cellulose (capsules)
Suggested Dosage: Adults, take 1-5 capsules, twice daily, on an empty stomach

Notice: If pregnant or breast feeding, please consult a health professional familiar with medicinal mushrooms before using this product. Store at room temperature.

Scientific References:
Akihisa T, Nakamura Y, Tagata M, Tokuda H, Yasukawa K, Uchiyama E, Suzuki T, Kimura Y.
Anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor-promoting effects of triterpene acids and sterols from the fungus Ganoderma lucidum.
Chem Biodivers. 2007 Feb;4(2):224-31.

Li YQ, Wang SF.
Anti-hepatitis B activities of ganoderic acid from Ganoderma lucidum.
Biotechnol Lett. 2006 Jun;28(11):837-41. Epub 2006 May 31.

JT, Wang CZ, Wicks S, Yin JJ, Kong J, Li J, Li YC, Yuan CS.
Ganoderma lucidum extract inhibits proliferation of SW 480 human colorectal cancer cells.
Exp Oncol. 2006 Mar;28(1):25-9.

Zhu XL, Lin ZB
Effects of Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides on proliferation and cytotoxicity of cytokine-induced killer cells.
Pharmacol Sin. 2005 Sep;26(9):1130-7.

Effect of 26-oxygenosterols from Ganoderma lucidum and their activity as cholesterol synthesis inhibitors.
Appl Environ Microbiol. 2005 Jul;71(7):3653-8.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease.