The Library · Vol. 01Entry No. 02· Chapter 01

Reishi Mushroom

Ganoderma lucidum

Known as the 'mushroom of immortality' in traditional Chinese medicine, Reishi has been used for over 2,000 years to support longevity and overall wellness.

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Active compounds
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In our products
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Clinical citations
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Functional Mushrooms
Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum)

Ganoderma lucidumBotanical illustration

§ 1The molecules

Active compounds.

3 compounds · 6 statements

No.01

Triterpenes

Ganoderic acids

Why this matters

  • № 01Supports the body's natural stress response*
  • № 02Promotes calm, restful sleep*
No.02

Beta-Glucan

β-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan

Why this matters

  • № 01Supports immune function by activating macrophages*
  • № 02Activates natural killer cells*
No.03

Polysaccharides

Why this matters

  • № 01Supports immune modulation*
  • № 02Supports cellular health*

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

§ 2Receipts

What the research shows.

1 citation

“In an 84-day clinical trial, healthy adults taking Reishi β-glucan showed significant improvements in multiple immune markers, including enhanced T-cell populations and natural killer cell activity. Traditionally revered for its calming properties, Reishi has been used for centuries to support restful sleep and relaxation.”Foods (MDPI), 2023

§ 3Where it lives

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6 products

Mushroom 10X
Mushroom 10X
266mgBelow cycling threshold
$19.42$25.90
Mushroom 10X (Gummies)
Mushroom 10X (Gummies)
$22.42$29.90
Advanced Mushroom Complex
Advanced Mushroom Complex
$43.42$57.90
Reishi Balance Chill Gummies
Reishi Balance Chill Gummies
200 mgBelow cycling threshold
$17.92$23.90
Reishi Calm Drops
Reishi Calm Drops
150 mgBelow cycling threshold
$5.77$7.69
Mushroom Immunity Defense Drops
Mushroom Immunity Defense Drops
$16.42$21.90
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Lion's Mane Mushroom
№ 01 · CH.01

Lion's Mane Mushroom

Hericium erinaceus

A distinctive white, shaggy mushroom used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine.

HericenonesErinacinesβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan
Reishi Mushroom
№ 02 · CH.01

Reishi Mushroom

Ganoderma lucidum

Known as the 'mushroom of immortality' in traditional Chinese medicine, Reishi has been used for over 2,000 years to support longevity and overall wellness.

Ganoderic acidsβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucanPolysaccharides
Chaga Mushroom
№ 03 · CH.01

Chaga Mushroom

Inonotus obliquus

A nutrient-dense fungus that grows on birch trees in cold climates.

Betulinic AcidMelaninSuperoxide Dismutase
Cordyceps Mushroom
№ 04 · CH.01

Cordyceps Mushroom

Cordyceps militaris

A unique fungus traditionally used by Tibetan herdsmen and Olympic athletes alike.

3'-deoxyadenosineAdenosineβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan
Turkey Tail Mushroom
№ 05 · CH.01

Turkey Tail Mushroom

Trametes versicolor

One of the most researched medicinal mushrooms, named for its colorful, fan-shaped appearance.

Polysaccharide-K (Krestin)Polysaccharopeptideβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan
Maitake Mushroom
№ 06 · CH.01

Maitake Mushroom

Grifola frondosa

Known as 'hen of the woods' for its feathery appearance.

D-Fractionβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan
Shiitake Mushroom
№ 07 · CH.01

Shiitake Mushroom

Lentinula edodes

The second most cultivated mushroom worldwide, revered in Asian cuisine and traditional medicine for over 1,000 years.

LentinanEritadenine
White Button Mushroom
№ 08 · CH.01

White Button Mushroom

Agaricus bisporus

The world's most commonly consumed mushroom, White Button mushrooms contain unique compounds that support immune function.

Conjugated Linoleic AcidL-Ergothioneine
Black Fungus
№ 09 · CH.01

Black Fungus

Auricularia auricula-judae

Also known as Wood Ear or Tree Ear mushroom, Black Fungus has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries.

Auricularia PolysaccharidesPrebiotic Fiber
Royal Sun Mushroom
№ 10 · CH.01

Royal Sun Mushroom

Agaricus blazei

Also called Himematsutake or 'Mushroom of the Sun', this Brazilian mushroom is revered in Japan for immune support.

β-(1→3)(1→6)-glucanBlazein

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§ 4Cross-references

Other ingredients that share compounds

3 ingredients

Lion's Mane Mushroom
CH.01

Lion's Mane Mushroom

Hericium erinaceus

A distinctive white, shaggy mushroom used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine.

HericenonesErinacinesβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan
Cordyceps Mushroom
CH.01

Cordyceps Mushroom

Cordyceps militaris

A unique fungus traditionally used by Tibetan herdsmen and Olympic athletes alike.

3'-deoxyadenosineAdenosineβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan
Turkey Tail Mushroom
CH.01

Turkey Tail Mushroom

Trametes versicolor

One of the most researched medicinal mushrooms, named for its colorful, fan-shaped appearance.

Polysaccharide-K (Krestin)Polysaccharopeptideβ-(1→3)(1→6)-glucan
From the Journal

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Journal · reishi
Mar 12, 2026

Reishi for Sleep: The Triterpene Mechanism Nobody Talks About

Almost everything written about Reishi focuses on immunity. The more practically useful application for the modern professional is sleep — through a GABAergic triterpene mechanism that almost no consumer content covers.

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Journal · chaga
Mar 12, 2026

Functional Mushrooms Decoded: Beta-Glucans, Polysaccharides, and What Actually Gets Absorbed

The functional mushroom category has a quality problem disguised as a variety problem. Understanding why requires going one level deeper — into the cell wall, the extraction process, and the molecular structures that actually do something.

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