Reishi - a potent pharmacological macrofungus As before, most of the studies on Reishi are undertaken in Asia and the USA. Despite great skepticism at the onset, conventional Western medicine and naturopathy has come to appreciate the amazing properties of the vital mushroom. Reishi has also been added to the American herbal Pharmacopoeia and Therapeutic Compendium. Nutritional value of Reishi The Reishi mushroom has attained an unparalleled reputation in the Orient as the ultimate herbal substance. To the Chinese, the nutrition health benefits of mushrooms include promoting vitality and good health. It is considered a superfood because it is so highly nutritious. Over 300 reports have been published concerning the chemical constituents of the red Reishi. The fruiting body, mycelia and spores of Reishi contain approximately 400 different bioactive compounds. This prized fungus contains several health benefits for our body. As a food, it is rich in protein, contains 18 amino acids, Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), Calcium (Ca), Germanium (Ge) alongside other essential micronutrients, including vitamins and minerals. The potency of Reishi mushrooms is usually based on its level of triterpenoids. One can determine the level of this by tasting it. The more bitter it is, the higher the level of triterpenoids. Because Reishi is a polypore, (a group of hard, woody, bracket-like mushrooms) it is not eaten, but cut into pieces and made into a tea. Other popular forms of delivery are the water extracts and powders. Many people also use Reishi as a coffee substitute. The DXN products are thus an ideal way to consume Reishi.
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