Ganoderma is also known as a reishi mushroom. The mushroom is a fungus that naturally grows on decaying wood in China, North America and in areas of Japan. According to Drugs.com, traditional Chinese medicine has been using the supplement for over 4,000 years. Common medical ailments that are treated with ganoderma supplements include rheumatoid arthritis, fatigue, asthma, cancerous tumors and cardiovascular disease. Although there are few clinical studies to collaborate the efficacy of reishi mushrooms, they are also used to boost the immune system. This alternative medication is not controlled or regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Step 1
Consult with a physician before taking any new supplements. Some medications and conditions may be contraindicated when taking ganoderma.
Step 2
Purchase a bottle of ganoderma supplements from a reputable health food store or vitamin store.
Step 3
Read the suggested labeling instructions provided on the supplement bottle or from the physician. The condition being treated determines the dosage.
Step 4
Follow the suggested dosing information from the Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China. According to Drugs.com, the recommendation includes taking 6 to 12 g of the ganoderma supplement daily to improve overall health.
Step 5
Take the health supplement on an empty stomach each morning.
Step 6
Increase fluid intake---especially water---while taking the reishi mushroom supplement. According to reishi.com, this may help increase the effects of the supplement.
Step 7
Monitor for side effects from the mushrooms. According to Sloan-Kettering, common side effects include gastrointestinal upset; dryness in the mouth and throat; irritated, itchy skin; and vertigo.
Step 8
Report possible side effects to a physician. The adverse reactions are generally mild and do not cause a patient to stop taking the supplements.
Step 9
Avoid using the supplement when pregnant or breastfeeding.
Things You'll Need
- Ganoderma supplement
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