Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)
Quick answer: Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is a sleep support ingredient. Traditionally called the 'mushroom of immortality', supports calm, immunity and sleep quality. Take in the evening as a warm tea or capsule. Avoid combining with sedatives.
- Role
- Sleep support
- Form
- Hot-water dual extract · standardised triterpenes
- Citations
- 1 peer-reviewed reference
Sourcing
Wild-cultivated on hardwood logs in Yunnan, China, slower than indoor plastic-bag cultivation but produces visibly denser fruiting bodies and higher triterpene content.
How it works
Reishi triterpenes appear to modulate the autonomic nervous system, while its beta-glucans support immune signalling. Most users notice an effect on sleep depth before anything else.
How to take it
Take in the evening as a warm tea or capsule. Avoid combining with sedatives.
Form & standardisation
Hot-water dual extract · standardised triterpenes
Research
- Tang et al. 2005 · Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy, Reishi polysaccharides showed measurable immune-modulating effects in adults with advanced disease.
Frequently asked questions
What is Reishi?
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is a sleep support ingredient. Traditionally called the 'mushroom of immortality', supports calm, immunity and sleep quality.
How does Reishi work?
Reishi triterpenes appear to modulate the autonomic nervous system, while its beta-glucans support immune signalling. Most users notice an effect on sleep depth before anything else.
How should I take Reishi?
Take in the evening as a warm tea or capsule. Avoid combining with sedatives.
Where is Clekina's Reishi sourced?
Wild-cultivated on hardwood logs in Yunnan, China, slower than indoor plastic-bag cultivation but produces visibly denser fruiting bodies and higher triterpene content.