GANODERMA AND HEART

By Dr. S. RANJAN, M.D, D.M.(Cardiology)

City Hospital, Chennai, Madras, India.Reishi or Ganoderma Lucidum is a very powerful herb and it has been used for more than 5000 years for its medicinal effects. It has more than 200 active ingredients which makes it unique in its positive effect on health. The health benefits of Reishi  are broad, virtually nontoxic and absolutely safe.

Reishi has been used as a cardio tonic and bas many beneficial effects on the heart .The important effects on the heart are due to Triterpine Compounds. The following effects are documented by researches and the following is a comprehensive summary of effects of Reishi on the heart.

Anti-oxidant effect: Reishi being a powerful anti-oxidant helps to scavenge the free radicals which are injurious to cells. Antioxidants are helpful in retarding the progression of atherosclerosis and reduce the COl1version of LDL to atherogenic LDL. Col1Sumption of Reishi can help in the prevention of heart diseases, especially heart attacks by its powerful antioxidant effects. Reishi has been proved to reduce cholesterol levels.

ANTIPLATELET EFFECT: Reishi contains Adenosine and Guanosm which are a platelet inhibitors. This action is due to the activation of phospholipase. This anti platelet effect prevents clot formation regularizes blood flow in the blood vessels, especially in the microcirculation there by preventing heart attack

ACE INHIBITION: Lanostane triterpines with ACE inhibiting effects have been identified in Ganoderma. Ganoderic acid F exhibited the highest effect. This effect lowers and normalizes the blood pressure and helps to reduce the load on the heart and improve pumping function, especially in a failing heart. Reishi balances the blood pressure and helps to maintain blood pressure within normal limits.

Vasodilator effect Adenosine is a powerful vasodilator and it improves the blood supply and oxygen delivery to various organs. By improving the oxygen supply to the heart Reishi is useful in Coronary artery disease and helps to overcome angina.

All the organs and tissues :in our body require adequate blood supply for their function .Reishi regularizes blood flow in both macro and micro circulation by its vasodilator and anti-platelet effect This has a very powerful effect in improving the organ functions especially in the old age. In old age the body function is critically dependant on the blood supply and Reishi helps in age related disorders by increasing the blood supply and oxygenation of cells and tissues.

The other effects of Reishi on the body, like balancing blood sugar, sleep function and helping to attain mental calmness also have positive effect on the heart All the above mentioned effects of Reishi have a beneficial effect on the heart .Reishi not only helps the heart affected due to various diseases but also protects the heart .

GANODERMA LUCIDUM ( REISHI)

Reishi is a powerful herb and it has many beneficial effects in our body. The effects are due to the Alkaloids present in Ganoderma (more than 200 ingredients)

·        Reishi acts on the body and regulates various body (organ) functions and detoxifies the body (Detoxification)

·        It is a powerful anti-oxidant (7 times more potent than -Ant ageing effect Ginseng)

·        It is a natural pain killer( COX 2 inhibitor)

·        Anti-inflammatory effect -Effectively controls. Pain and inflammation due to any disease                  e.g. Arthritis

·        It is anti allergic -Helps in Asthma and other allergic Disorders & Skin disorders.

·        .It is a vasodilator- improves blood circulation and oxygen Supply to all the                          organs(Adenosine effect)

·        It has powerful anticancer effect- supplement in cancer treatment.

·        It helps to reduce High blood pressure, lower blood cholesterol, control Blood sugar, and improve digestive function (Age related illnesses)

·        It bas anti platelet effect and improves micro-circulation.

·        It is an excellent Neuro tonic and Cardio tonic.

·        It heals chronic ulcers- e.g.-Diabetic foot ulcers.

·        Reishi has powerful detoxification effect and it helps Kidney, Liver and lungs to detoxify our body thereby protecting health.(Cleansing Function)

·        It is a powerful immuno-modolator and helps our body. To fight against infections  and kill cancer cells. It also helps To control Auto-immune diseases.

·        Reishi is a skin beautifier and helps in various skin ailments, Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Eczema etc.

The unique effect of Ganoderma is that it stimulates regeneration of cells and tissues. This function helps us to protect our health and body especially in old age.

I would say that  ONE APPLE A DAY KEEPS THE DOCTOR A WAY!

ONE ASPRIN A DAY KEEPS THE HEART ATTACK AWAY!!

ONE REISHI POWDERA DA Y KEEPS THE CARDIOLOGIST AWAY!!!

Dosage of Reishi Powder:

Dosage: There is no specific dosage for Reishi Powder. The usual dosage schedule is as follows:

1st Week ½ Teaspoon of REISHI POWDER

2nd Week 1 Teaspoon of REISHI POWDER

3^rd Week  2 Teaspoons of REISHI POWDER

4th Week 3 Teaspoons of REISHI POWDER

The dosage has to be taken for 6 months and may be reduced there after.

Maintenance dose of ½ to 1Teaspoon must be taken continuously for chronic diseases and for prevention.

To be very simple and practical in dosage: Healthy people ½ to 1Teaspoon.

Unhealthy people 2-3Teaspoons.

In severe illness MEGA dosage has to be given e.g.:

3-5 Teaspoons of REISHI POWDER 3 times a day or diet therapy. In children one may use GL only as it contains more of polysaccharides and organic germanium which helps to build immunity and improve brain function.

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