Long-term consumption of Reishi mushrooms promotes vitality and longevity. Extensive research has confirmed Reishi's remarkable effectiveness in boosting the immune system, improving sleep, and protecting the liver and kidneys. Typically, improvements can be observed within 1 to 2 weeks of Reishi consumption, with continued use leading to overall health restoration. However, instances of ineffectiveness may arise, primarily due to the following reasons:

 

1. Irregular and insufficient dosage:

Consuming Reishi mushroom sporadically or inconsistently in terms of timing and dosage reduces its effectiveness. The key to Reishi's therapeutic effects lies in consistent, high-dosage, long-term consumption. The appropriate dosage depends on individual needs.

 

 

If you are relatively healthy and taking Reishi for general well-being, following the recommended dosage on the product packaging should suffice. However, if you are using Reishi to assist in treating specific conditions, consider adjusting the dosage slightly above the recommended level to suit your needs.

 

2. Lack of proper lifestyle adjustments:

Consuming Reishi alone is insufficient for treating diseases.

 

Huang Zhili, Chairman of the Chinese Sleep Research Society (CSRS), proposed the "Four Elements of Healthy Living": "balanced mindset, healthy sleep, balanced diet, and moderate exercise," all of which are indispensable. When combined with Reishi consumption, these elements enable better health benefits or therapeutic effects.

 

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3. Impatience and discontinuation:

Reishi's health benefits require at least 1 to 2 weeks to manifest.

 

Impatience and a desire for immediate results often lead to disappointment. Losing confidence in Reishi makes it difficult to perceive the changes and effects it has on the body and mind.

 

 

4. Consumption of sporoderm-unbroken spore powder:

Reishi spores have a hard chitin shell that needs to be broken before its nutrients can be absorbed by the body.

 

Most inexpensive spore powders harvested directly from farms are not sporoderm-broken. Consuming sporoderm-unbroken spore powder makes it difficult for the body to absorb its nutritional and medicinal value.

 

 

5. Consumption of substandard Reishi products:

If you eat Reishi at regular intervals every day but experience no noticeable changes, it may be that the Reishi product you are eating is substandard.

 

You should choose Reishi products with the "Blue Hat" sign or "Drug Batch Number" label, as well as certifications such as "Organic Certification" or "GAP Base Certification." These provide visible quality assurance.

 

Guidelines for Taking Reishi Spore Powder:

 

1. Take on an empty stomach half an hour before meals for better results.

Taking it half and hour before meals increases the contact between Reishi and the cells of the stomach and intestinal walls. However, for those with sensitive stomachs and intestines, taking it on an empty stomach may cause discomfort. In such cases, taking it after meals can also be effective.

 

2. The effectiveness of treatment is related to the duration of treatment.

For optimal results, the treatment should last at least 2 to 3 months, with some treatments lasting 6 to 12 months. Long-term use is recommended for increasingly noticeable effects.

 

3. Reishi spore powder can be taken with Western medicine.

It is best to wait at least 2 hours between taking Reishi and Western medicine. Numerous studies have confirmed that Reishi, when taken with Western medicine, can have complementary effects.

 

4. A small number of patients may experience mild discomfort after taking Reishi spore powder, such as dry throat or constipation. If this occurs, there is no need for concern as it is the body adapting to Reishi. Continuing to take it will lead to the disappearance of these discomforts. For those with severe reactions, temporarily suspending consumption is advisable.

 

 

Now that you understand why the Reishi you have been taking is ineffective, consider persisting with the long-term use of standardized Reishi health products. Trust that Reishi will surely provide you with satisfactory results.