Black Lingzhi/Reishi

Black Lingzhi/Reishi (Ganoderma neo-japonicus) is a polypore fungus with a corky texture and bitter flavour. Many Ganoderma species, such as the better-known Red Lingzhi/Reishi,  are regarded as potent folk-medicinal mushrooms, traditionally brewed into a tea and/or steeped in alcohol to extract compounds believed to promote health and longevity. Modern science is establishing potent medicinal applications for such extracts. In the case of Black Lingzhi/Reishi, the tea has been shown to decrease insulin resistance and other health risks in persons with Type 2 Diabetes. Fresh Reishi is easier and quicker to use than when dried.