English: Reishi Mushroom
Latin: Ganoderma lucidum
Ayurvedic (parallel): Rasāyana mushroom
Benefits: Immune tonic, adaptogen, calming.
Healing Uses: Anxiety, insomnia, lowered immunity, fatigue, chronic inflammation.
Doshic Effects: Vata ↓, Pitta ↓, Kapha ↔.
Preparation: Long decoction of dried slices, tincture, or powdered capsules.
Flavor (Rasa): Bitter.
Post-digestive (Vipāka): Sweet.
Notes: Safe long-term; can be drying if overused in Vata types.
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