“..reishi was listed as the most respected herb out of 120 superior herbs….Superior herbs were classified as the highest category of medicines since they were considered to prolong life, prevent aging, boost energy (qi), and make the body light and limber.” 106 www.UltimateElixir.com (Panacea) Treatment/Therapies for several diseases – 52, 53, 55, 60, 63, 73, 75, 93, 98, 102, 117, 125, 127, 128 orders@UltimateElixir.com “The list of effects is huge ranging from anti-cancer to relieving blockages of the bladder.” 93 Studies & Articles -Ganoderma Reishi: “Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi), a medical mushroom, has been used as a home remedy for numerous types of chronic diseases.” 127 Immune-Enhancing/Stimulating – 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 17, 18, 19, 41, 43, 44, 49, 53, 54, 55, 57, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 68, 72, 75, 76, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 86, 89, 92, 94, 95, 97, 102, 104, 106, 107, 114, 117, 118, 120, 125, 131 “It is generally accepted that the antitumor activity of Ganoderma polysaccharides is due to their positive effect on the consumer’s immune system, rather than direct cytotoxicity against cancer cells (Lin and Zhang, 2004).” 63 “There is no doubt that mushroom-based products can serve as superior dietary supplements, particularly, the Ganoderma products, which have been used as a dietary supplement or medicine food in China for more than 2000 years.” 64 “Of great interest has been the recent reports from the United States indicating a possible central role for inflammation in the development of such diverse diseases as Alzheimer’s Disease and Cardiovascular disease. This research has the possibility of linking some of the historical uses of Ganoderma in promoting longevity with contemporary Western scientific theory. The provocative connections are: (1) Ganoderma was used to prevent memory loss in old age (2) Ganoderma is anti-inflammatory, (3) inflammation is involved in the development of Alzheimer’s disease (4) Alzheimer’s disease appears to be ameliorated by chronic anti-inflammatory use.” 77 “Furthermore, this application is in accord with the practice of herbal medicine, in which the use of the whole product could reduce the toxicity of its purified components, and the interaction between different biologically active components can increase the therapeutic activity of the whole product.” 127 “..thus it is considered as a very safe mushroom.” 130 “It [Ganoderma lucidum] has been known to have numerous pharmacological effects including immunemodulating, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, antidiabetic, anti-oxidative and radical-scavenging and anti-aging effects” 131 Cardiovascular Disorders/Heart Disease – 1, 3, 10, 49, 53, 57, 59, 63, 64, 68, 70, 77, 90, 97, 106 “The results also were suggestive of an improved biomarker profile in terms of CHD [Coronary Heart Disease] risk after 10 d of Lingzhi supplementation.” Heart Contraction Frequency & Amplitude Preventing Thrombosis & Heart Attack by suppress platelet aggregation – 1, 3, 53, 57, 63, 68, 70, 94, 103, 104, 114, 126, 130 Arrhythmia – 53, 68 Anti-Angiogenic (Engiogenic) (formation of new blood vessels) – 1, 94 Alleviate Hypertension / High Blood Pressure – 1, 3, 4, 52, 53, 55, 56, 57, 63, 68, 94, 97, 104, 120, 127, 130 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – 1, 63, 104 “…G. lucidum was shown to be highly effective in a very large number of treated cases. In the more successful cases, blood pressure was back to normal within 2 mo, and in some cases, within 2 weeks.” 57 Hypoxia / Oxygen Shortage to the Brain causing Migraines (Improves) – 1, 3 Cholesterol/Hypercholesterolemia – 1, 3, 5, 49, 50, 53, 57, 63, 68, 94, 97, 104, 126 Hyper/Hypo -Lipidemia – 1, 52, 53, 56, 57, 61, 64, 70, 71, 90, 104, 114, 120 Headache/Migraine – 57, 68 Toothache – 68 Cataracts –68 Dizziness – 53, 57, 63 Anaphylaxis Inhibitor - 3 Amino Acids – Contains 8 Essential Amino Acids - Blocked Coronary Arteries by Atheromas, Spasms, Clots, Palpitation, dyspnea, precordial pain, edema – 3, 53, 70 Atherosclerosis – 52, 61, 63, 68, 103, 120 Blood Vessel Circulation – 1 Dilator / Accelerates Blood Insomnia – 3, 52, 53, 67, 61, 63, 68, 120, 130 Leukopenia/Lack of White Blood Cells – 3, 53, 63, 120 Anemia – Asthma – 3, 52, 53, 56, 57, 63, 68, 120 Epilepsy - 3 Allergic Asthma (Children) - 55 Stroke – 68 Bronchitis (& Chronic) – 3, 52, 53, 57, 63, 68, 106, 120, 130 Allergies – 53, 68, 106 Several Allergic Disease & Type I, II, III and IV allergic Sensitivity reactions – 53 Tuberculosis – 68 Psoriasis - 57 Endocrine System (Menopause, Menstruation, Cramps) – 3, 68 Food Sensitivities - 53 Histamine (Anti-Histamine) release – 1, 5, 57, 63, 68, 94, 106, 130 Skin Allergies & Diseases of the Skin (Dermatitis) – 3, 55, 57, 68 “The currently used topical and systemic antiinflammatory drugs have serious drawbacks; for example corticosteroids can suppress pituitary-adrenal function, dangerously unbalance fluids/electrolytes and cause undesirable changes in skin texture, whilst the salicylic acid-derived prostaglandin inhibitors can result in severe gastric irritation. Consequently, the potential use of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi) supplementation could offer a safe and effective alternative for the reduction of histamine-mediated immune responses.” 106 Anti-Inflammatory (and/or Pain from) – 1, 5, 52, 53, 55, 59, 61, 63, 68, 73, 77, 104, 106, 115, 123, 131 Neurasthenia – 3, 53, 63, 68, 120, 130 Rheumatism – 3, 57, 68 Gout - 3 Arthritis – 52, 53, 56, 57, 68, 120, 130, 131 Osteo-arthritis - 3 Dengue Fever – 3 Diabetes (& Anti-) – 3, 4, 52, 53, 56, 57, 61, 63, 68, 69, 97, 104, 116, 120, 130, 131 Diabetes Type II - 71 Diabetic Wound Healing Type I – 1, 4, 21 Diabetic –Renal Complications - 22 Diuretic, Laxative, Sedative, & Tonic - 53 Constipation – 3, 68 Diarrhea – 68 Gall Stones - 68 Hemorrhoids – “Reducing & Also Curing” –3, 63, 68 Lupus Erythematosis – 3, 68 Ulcers (and Anti) - 3, 52, 53, 57, 61, 68, 120, 130 Duodenal Ulcers – 53 Canker Sores - 68 Anti-Stress /Calming/Anxiety – 1, 53, 68, 69 Parkinson’s Disease – 5 “In conclusion, our results support that GL [Ganoderma Lucidum] may be a promising agent for the treatment of PD [Parkinson’s Disease] through anti-inflammation.” 5 “Thus, Ganoderma lucidum exerts its effect on cancer cells by multiple mechanisms and may have potential therapeutic use for the prevention and treatment of cancer.” 46 “Our results found that patients with G. lucidum extract in their anticancer regimen were 1.27 times more likely to respond to chemotherapy or radiotherapy than those without.” 54 “…lowers the risk of cancer and heart disease and boosts the immune system.” 59 “Ganoderma lucidum has now become recognized as an alternative adjuvant in the treatment of leukemia, carcinoma, hepatitis, and diabetes.” 61 “Inhibition of cancer cell proliferation” 63 “Because of its non-toxic and selective anti-cancer activity, medicinal mushroom extracts have received attention for their use in cancer therapy.” 105 “Thus, triterpenes in G. lucidum directly suppress growth and invasive behavior of cancer cells, whereas G. lucidum polysaccharides stimulate immune system resulting in the production of cytokines and activation of anti-cancer activities of immune cells.” 117 Anti-Cancer – 1, 7, 33, 34, 35, 38, 39, 45, 49, 51, 54, 59, 61, 62, 65, 73, 76, 79, 90, 117, 118, 121, 125, 126, 127, 130, 131 “Since Ganoderma lucidum is currently available in the form of dietary supplements, the clarification of its potential ant-cancer activity would scientifically justify its use by cancer patients.” 127 “….has been utilized for centuries in East Asia to prevent or treat various diseases and to reduce the likelihood of cancer invasion and metastasis.” 7 “In addition, the observed anti-cancer activities of Ganoderma have prompted its usage by cancer patients alongside chemotherapy.” 131 “Our finding suggest that the triterpenes contained in G. lucidum are potential anticancer agents.” 33 “Taken together [two studies], these results demonstrate that GA-T [ganoderic acid T] effectively inhibits cancer cell invasion in vitro and metastasis in vivo, and thus may act as a potential drug for treating cancer.” 38 CANCER (Anti-Tumor)–used as a treatment (with and/or without Chemo/Rad) – 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 17, 18, 19, 23, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 34, 36, 37, 38, 40, 41, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 60, 62, 63, 64, 65, 68, 69, 72, 75, 76, 78, 79, 80, 82, 84, 85, 86, 87, 89, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 98, 99, 101, 104, 105, 106, 112, 117, 119, 120, 122, 123, 124, 127, 128, 131 “G. lucidum may be an effective nutraceutical used in the prevention of cancer metastasis.” 45 Advanced-Stage and/or Invasive Cancer – 17, 29, 36, 63, 89, 104 Inducing Apoptosis (Cell Death) of Cancer Cells – 8, 9, 13, 28, 30, 34, 39, 40, 46, 51, 63, 91, 95, 99, 117, 122, 123, 131 and has possible therapeutic potential as a dietary supplement for an alternative therapy for breast and prostate cancer.” 48 Used in Japan as adjunct herb for Cancer “..alcohol extract of Ganoderma lucidum inhibited the proliferation of MCF-7 [breast cancer cells] in a doseand time-dependent manner. After 48 hr of treatment, at 500ug/ml, this alcohol extract caused nearly a 70% inhibition of cell growth compared to the control.” 84 Used in Moscow for treating Cancer patients – 53 Organ Damage due to Chemotherapy Medication (Cisplatin, Doxorubicin) – 51, 52, 64, 98, 102, 104, 106 Pain Relief (Antinociceptive/Analgesic) & Reduced Morphine (terminal cancer patients) – 1, 64, 76 Used during Remission to prevent relapses Reduce Side Effects of Cancer Treatment – 41, 54, 61, 64, 76, 102, 104 Improved Survival and/or Quality of Life (Cancer) – 16, 54, 57, 64, 76, 85 Leukemia – 4, 13, 40, 57, 61, 63, 73, 82, 86, 99, 117, 124, 127, 131 Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) - 53 Lymphoma – 13, 117, 124 Myeloma (Multiple) – 13, 117, 124, 131 Sarcoma 180 Tumors (Inhibiting) – 53, 57, 63, 76, 78 101, 131 Sarcoma – 63, 80, 127 Breast Cancer (and Invasive) – 29, 36, 46, 47, 48, 52, 63, 84, 98, 105, 112, 117, 127, 128 “These findings provide evidence for a novel role of GA-Me [ganoderic acid Me] in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer by its ability to modulate the NF-kB signaling pathway.” 36 “Our results suggest that Ganoderma lucidum inhibits the growth of MDA-MD-231 breast cancer cells by modulating Akt/NF-kappaB signaling and could have potential therapeutic use for the treatment of breast cancer.” 47 Thus, Ganoderma lucidum clearly demonstrates anticancer activity in experiments with cancer cells “…suggesting that Reishi is a potential natural therapeutic for breast and other cancers.” 105 “Here we show that Ganoderma lucidum inhibits cell migration, cell adhesion, and cell invasion, as well as colony formation of human breast cancer cells.” 127 “In summary, Ganoderma lucidum demonstrated a strong inhibitory effect against the invasive behavior of highly metastatic breast cancer cells in vitro.” 127 Head Cancer – (associated) – 34, 76 Brain Cancer (Astrocytoma) – 34, 76 Neck Cancer - (associated) - 76 Prostate Cancer – 9, 31, 46, 48, 57, 63, 101, 117, 122, 127, 128, 131 Thus, Ganoderma lucidum clearly demonstrates anticancer activity in experiments with cancer cells and has possible therapeutic potential as a dietary supplement for an alternative therapy for breast and prostate cancer.” 48 “We have previously demonstrated that G. lucidum induces apoptosis, inhibits cell proliferation, and suppresses cell migration of highly invasive human prostate cancer cells PC-3.” 122 Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma – 4, 53 Carcinoma (Generalized) – 57, 61, 87, 119, 123, 127, 131 Ovarian Cancer – 51 “Taken together [both studies], these findings suggest that Ganoderma lucidum exerts multiple anti-tumor effects on ovarian cancer cells and can enhance the sensitivity of EOC cells to cisplatin.” 51 Cervical Cancer – 30, 39, 63, 84 Bladder Cancer – 1, 41, 63, 131 Colon Cancer – 32, 37, 38, 98, 117, 123 “Ganoderma Lucidum extract inhibits proliferation of human colorectal cancer cells and possesses antioxidant properties.” 32 “These studies show that G. lucidum aids in the reduction of toxicities resulting from various popular modes of cancer treatment and could therefore play a major role in combination therapy for cancer treatments.” 131 Improves Appetite Complementary & Alternative Medicine – 16, 54 Liver Cancer – 15, 33, 52, 53, 57, 63, 104, 117, 130, 131 Red Blood Cells – 19 Anti-Lewis-Lung Carcinoma – 1, 38, 63, 131 White Blood Cells (Lymphocytes, Neutrophil) – 53, 55, 57, 62, 65, 72, 76, 79, 91, 106, 107, 130, 131 Lung Cancer – 35, 38, 63, 76, 78, 85, 87, 112, 118, 127, 131 Bone Marrow Cells – 19, 53, 76, 79 Melanoma Cancer & Immune (and/or Skin Cancer) – 23, 65, 72, 95, 104 Natural T Killer Cells – 19, 53, 54, 55, 57, 62, 63, 76, 80, 83, 84, 96, 106, 131 AutoImmune Disorders – 55 Fibrosarcoma - 34 Spleen/Liver Cancer – 15, 57 Gastric Cancer – 28 Chemotherapy – 1, 19, 43, 51, 52, 57, 64, 76, 101, 102, 131 Radiation – 1, 19, 43, 53, 57, 64, 76, 99, 101, 131 Radiation Protection (protecting normal cells from Radiation damage) – 1, 25, 53, 57, 63, 68, 75, 131 “However, G. lucidum has been proven to exhibit radio-protective effects in normal cells and enhance the recovery of cellular immune-competence from gamma-irradiation.” 131 Methotrexate Protection (Brand name: Trexall) synthetic chemical (causes small intestinal damage) used to treat Leukemia, bone cancer, blood cancers, lung cancer, breast cancer, head and neck cancer, arthritis, and psoriasis. – 24 “Since G. lucidum has been proven to possess in-vitro and anti-oxidant properties, a study was conducted to examine the prevention of nephrotoxicity induced by the anti-cancer drug cisplatin. … Renal anti-oxidant defense system levels following treatment with cisplatin were restored to normal and the therapeutic effects of cisplatin were retained.” 131 Circulatory System – 1, 3, 68, 114 Metabolism – provides more oxygen – 1, 3 Dysmenorrhea – “Reducing or Eliminating” Physiological Disorder Prevention HIV / AIDS (& Anti-) – 1, 53, 57, 61, 63, 64, 69, 104, 130, 131 “At the end of 1999, the number of children orphaned by AIDS in Sub-Saharan Africa, stood at 12.1 million, compared to 1.1 million children orphaned by AIDS in the rest of the world…..with a well-established fact that Ganoderma and other medicinal mushrooms can be farmed on available natural substrates and are known to be very effective in promoting the body’s immune systems, including them as a dietary supplement to HIV-positive individuals and AIDS victims is a reasonable approach.” 64 Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) – 1, 53, 57 Crohn’s Disease - 131 Mono (Mononucleosis) - 53 Baldness/Hair Loss – 63, 68, 76, 130 Acne – 63, 68 Intestinal Disorders (Wound Healing, Injury & Repair) – 20, 98 “These results suggest the potential usefulness of GIPS [Polysaccharides from Ganoderma Lucidum] to cure intestinal disorders characterized by injury and ineffective repair of the intestinal mucosa.” 20 Enlarged Prostrate / Lower Urinary Tract (LUTS)–BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) – 14, 88, 93, 100, 104, 129 “..with 2.1 points decreasing at the end of treatment..” 88 Sexual Vigor – 53, 68 Flu (Influenza) – 1, 27, 49, 68 Ganoderma lucidum has the highest Selenium element when studied among other mushrooms for its AntiInfluenza role. - 49 Colds/Cough – 1, 53, 68 Expectorant – 53 Rhinitis – 53 Altitude/Elevation Stress Symptoms – 53, 57, 68 Oxygenating Blood - 53 Anorexia (Symptoms assoc. with) – 53, 120 Hypo/Hyper -Glycemic Actions – 1, 3, 49, 53, 55, 56, 57, 61, 64, 67, 68, 71 Liver Disorders – 53, 56, 58, 68, 120, 130 Liver Fibrosis – 26 Liver Function Stimulant – 3, 4, 50, 53, 109 Liver Failure - 53 Hepatitis Protectant – 1, 3, 5, 52, 53, 55, 56, 57, 58, 61, 94, 106, 113, 130 Hepatitis A, B, C –– 1, 3, 4, 52, 53, 57, 58, 61, 63, 68, 69, 120, 130 Kidney (Renal) Problems – 3, 53, 104, 113, 115, 120 Pancreas – 66, 68, 116 Wound Healing (General) - 68 Obesity – 68 General Health & Wellness (Nutraceutical)– 1, 3, 5, 53, 55, 57, 102, 131 Herpes Virus - 63 Natural Defense System – 1, 64 Infections (General) – 53, 68, 76 Life Threatening Diseases (Chronic & Acute) – 1 Anti-Bacterial – 1, 2, 42, 52, 53, 57, 61, 106, 129 Greatly increased the life-span – 1, 59 E-coli Infection –Escherichia coli – 2 Youthful Vigor, Vitality, Longevity – 18, 49, 53, 55, 57, 59, 69, 77, 82, 90, 96, 115, 122, 127, 131 Enterococcus faecalis - 129 “It is widely consumed throughout the world as a health food, being commonly and regularly used by many Asian individuals for the promotion of health and longevity, and as a remedy for illness” 59 Improving Memory – 5, 77 Increasing Thinking Faculty – 77 Preventing Forgetfulness - 77 Endurance Enhancing – 53, 57, 64, 104 Salmonella typhi – 2, 129 Listeria monocytogenes – 129 Bacillus subtilis – 129 Klebsiella pneumonia - 129 Pseudomonas aeruginosa – 2, 129 Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA-superbug)– 2, 42 Streptococcus mutans – 2, 129 Proteus vulgaris – 129 H. Pylori Bacteria (Helicobacter) – 57 “The extracts of many mushrooms inhibited the growth of this bacterium.” 57 “The methanolic extract of Ganoderma lucidum showed effective antibacterial activity even at very low concentrations…” 42 Anti-biotic- “Ganoderma samples were highly active against the gram positive as well as negative bacteria and hence are a broad spectrum antibiotic, while these also showed strong activities against candida albicans.” 2, 42 Anti-Viral – 53, 57, 61, 63, 104, 106, 130 Encephalitis - 1 Anti-Fungal - 2 Penicillium sp. - 2 Aspergillus Fumigatous - 2 Aspergillus niger - 2 Aspergillus flavus - 2 Mucor indicus - 2 Anti-Microbial – 2, 57, 63, 129 Anti-Parasitic - 106 Anti-Oxidant “Natural” (free radical scavenging)– 5, 32, 49, 52, 53, 56, 57, 58, 59, 61, 62, 63, 64, 66, 68, 73, 74, 75, 90, 94, 97, 104, 106, 109, 110, 111, 113, 115, 116, 127, 129, 131 “….that showed that antioxidant power in plasma increased after Lingzhi ingestion…..within 3 h of a single dose of Lingzhi..” 59 “However, numerous studies have shown that regular consumption of certain mushroom species as either a regular food or as extracted compounds (nutriceuticals) is effective in both preventing and treating specific diseases, mainly through immunopotentiation and antioxidant activity….Another important factor is the certainty that mushroom extracts, compared with other drugs, show a very low toxicity when regularly consumed, even at high dosages." 64 Anti-Aging – 5, 53, 57, 61, 63, 106, 131 Energy – 53, 68, 77, 106 Maldeveloped brain – 53 Retinal Pigmentary degeneration – 53 Progressive Muscular Dystrophy – 53, 68 Atrophic Nyotonus – 53 Osteogenic Hyperplasia – 53 Muscular Atrophy - 53 Mental Disease (caused by Environmental Stress, stabilizes) – 53, 68, 69, 77 Nervous Disability - 53 Alzheimer’s Disease /Dementia – 53, 77 Myotonia Dystrophica (alleviate symptoms) – 53 Antidote for Poisonous Mushrooms - 53 “The polysaccharides extracted from g. lucidum have shown higher anticomplementary activity than Krestin (PSK), an immunostimulant.” 131 Taking a low quality Ganoderma product wastes your money and your time. Poor cultivation may play a contamination problem. Worse, you may lose confidence in it and never experience its true valuable qualities. “Unfortunately, less reputable manufacturing companies have exploited the fact that quality control regulations are virtually nonexistent in order to market poorly defined products of questionable efficacy. However it is generally recognized that the situation is changing and that companies, in particular those marketing their products in the major growth areas of North America and Western Europe..” 64 Japan uses Ganoderma Lucidum as a treatment for Cancer. With over 2000 years of use, it’s considered one of the most revered and sought after supplement for those who know about its benefits. Of meaningful significance is the realization that many bioactive nutriceutical components in G. lucidum are biological response modifiers (BRM’s). These physiologically active BRM’s (polysaccharides, LZ-8, triterpenes/sterols and related compounds, and RNA) activate the immune systems of the hosts against some of the most devastating health problems, such as, cancer, AIDS and CFS (chronic fatigue syndrome). 1 In the “Compendium of Material Medica” a book which contains hundreds of natural Chinese medicines that have been used over thousands of years, the following statement attributed to Li Shi Zhen, celebrated physician of the 16th century, can be found: “It benefits the life energy, or ‘qi” of the heart, repairing the chest area and benefiting those with a knotted and tight chest. Taken over a long period of time, agility of the body will not cease, and the years are lengthened to those of the Immortal Fairies.” “Ganoderma lucidum has been used for a broad spectrum of health benefits from preventative measures and maintenance of health to the regulation or treatment of chronic as well as acute life threatening illness (Chang 1995)…..The use of Ganoderma in Russian cosmonaut training is a dramatic example of its use to improve working capacity, particularly under stress, and for rapid restoration to normal physiology. The fungus is best known for its immune-stimulatory effects in managing certain types of cancer in combination with conventional therapy and for its anti-HIV effect. ” 1 “Is there anything that nature has made for us to keep us healthy & hygienic? Answer comes yes. So today I am going to unveil a very good mystery which all of us are not aware of. So this is nothing but a fungus or being more particular a mushroom named Lingzhi.” 68 “It is a highly potent medicine, which is free from side effects. Ancient emperors used to take it for longevity.” 68 The majority of Reishi products that claim to be using "wild" Reishi generally use black Reishi. While it still possesses some value as a moderate herbal tonic, black Reishi is considered to be inferior to red Reishi because of its lower polysaccharide content. “King of Adaptogens’ which means that it is nontoxic, non-specific & has a normalizing effect on the body.” 68 Suggestive Dosing: .5 mL -1mL daily for health maintenance and 5mL – 10mL for serious illness such as cancer or AIDS. 1.5mL – 9mL for general use and 3mL – 15mL depending on the severity of illness. -3 10mL 3x/day. 53 Reishi was ranked in highest in this superior category of the Herbal Pharmacopoeia. “Precautions should be taken to stop temporarily the usage during surgery or with severe cuts to avoid excessive bleeding since G. lucidum is a blood vessel dilator and accelerates blood circulation (Andreacchi 1995).” 1 “The macrofungus is very rare in nature…” 61 “..but numerous trials (both laboratory and human) have shown, again and again, that they [Ganoderma products] are effective in complementing conventional medicines in fighting diseases.” 64 DISCLAIMER: Despite all the possible health benefits that can be obtained from Ganoderma Extract, it is not intended to replace the recommendations of health practitioner. 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