Reishi

Best understood as an immune-and-calm mushroom rather than a quick performance enhancer.

A rough internal score reflecting quantity, quality, and consistency of human evidence. Not a clinical recommendation.

Reishi has immunomodulatory beta-glucans and triterpenes, with human data suggesting improvements in some immune and fatigue-related measures. Outcomes are generally modest.

• Supports immune regulation rather than blunt stimulation
• May improve stress resilience and sleep quality modestly
• Fits long-term wellness protocols better than acute use

Typical use ranges from 1-3 g/day of mushroom powder or lower-dose concentrated extract.

• Dry mouth
• GI upset
• Possible increased bleeding risk

Can increase bleeding tendency and may cause dry mouth, rash, or GI upset in some people.

Whole mushroom, spore, and extract products vary dramatically, and not all are equivalent in beta-glucan content.

• Immunity35
• Stress25
• Longevity25
• Sleep20