Ganoderma lucidum, commonly known as the Reishi Mushroom has adaptogen constituents that have earned it the title as ' The Mushroom of Longevity ' or ' The Mushroom of Immortality '. The Reishi mushroom is an immunomodulator, antioxidant and has anti-cancer properties. Many East Asian countries have long used Reishi to boost the immune system, increase energy and for overall well being. This medicinal mushroom may also lower cholesterol, assist with peaceful sleep and studies are showing that it may also treat lower urinary tract infections in men.

About Reishi

The Reishi mushroom is a polypore mushroom that usually grows at the base of dead or dying hardwood trees. Reishi are dark red woody mushrooms with a glossy exterior that often grow in hot humid climates. The word 'Ganoderma' is greek and translates to ' shining skin '.

What compounds are in Reishi

• Beta Glucans
• Triterpenoids
• Antioxidants
• Phenols
• Amino Acids
• Vitamins

What can Reishi potentially do

• Lower cholesterol and blood pressure
• Anti inflammatory
• Assist sleep
• Reduce Fatigue
• Liver Support
• Antibacterial
• Antiviral
• Increase energy
• Cancer Therapy Support

Tincture Process

Dual Extraction Method

1. Locally sourced or sustainably wild foraged whole dried mushroom fruiting bodies are crushed and ground to a powder. This mushroom powder is then placed into a glass container and saturated with food grade 96% ethanol for 31 days with daily agitation. This is done to draw the alcohol soluble compounds such as triterpenes out of the Chitin ( Mushroom cell wall ). After the 31 day mark the liquid is filtered separating the alcohol base from the mushroom powder. The alcohol extraction is then set aside and the second part of the process can begin.
2. The same mushroom powder used in the alcohol extraction is now placed into a pot and covered with distilled water. This mixture is then simmered on the stove for between 3 & 5 hours to draw the water soluble compounds such as beta-glucans out of the remaining Chitin. The brew is then removed from the heat source and allowed to cool. Once cooled the brew is then filtered to remove the water base from the remaining mushroom powder.
3. The alcohol and water base liquids are now combined and filtered a third time to complete the Dual Extraction process.
   

Stabilization ABV : +-50%.

Dual Extract ratio 1 : 10

Ingredients

• Reishi ( Ganoderma lucidum ). Whole dried fruiting body.
• Food grade ethanol , 96%.
• Distilled water.

Click the link for more Reishi information

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ganoderma_lucidum

Disclaimer

These statements and product have not been evaluated by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. Opened products for health safety reasons cannot be returned, restocked and refunded.