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3Medicinal

Reishi

Also sold as Ganoderma lucidum

Used for sleep and immune modulation; may increase bleeding risk.

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Check before you startThis one has documented interactions with medication classes where the consequences are serious. If you take any prescription medicine, run it past a pharmacist before starting.

Evidence strength

32/100Weak
WEAKLIMITEDMODERATESTRONGVERY STRONG

What the evidence supports: quality-of-life measures; immune claims are largely preclinical.

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How long to take it

Course-based. Long continuous use is not well studied.

Who it's actually for

People exploring sleep or immune support.

Safe upper limit

Unverified
No formal limit; 1.5–9 g dried mushroom equivalent
Antiplatelet effect. Rare liver injury has been reported with powdered forms.
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Interactions to know about

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Practical notes

  • Stop before surgery.
  • Avoid with autoimmune disease or immunosuppressants.