The efficacy and function of Ganoderma lucidum

As a traditional Chinese medicine, Ganoderma lucidum has great medicinal value and can treat many diseases. Let’s take a closer look at it below.

[Alias] Sanxiu (Chu Ci), Yin and Zhi (Erya).

[Source] The whole plant of Ganoderma lucidum or Ganoderma lucidum of the Polyporaceae family. Taken in autumn.

[Original form] ① Ganoderma lucidum (Ben Jing), also known as: Wood Ganoderma (Ben Jing).

[Chemical composition] Ganoderma lucidum contains ergosterol, organic acids (ricinoleic acid, fumaric acid, etc.), glucosamine, polysaccharides, resin, mannitol, etc. Ganoderma lucidum contains ergosterol, resin, fatty acids, mannitol and polysaccharides; it also contains alkaloids, lactones, coumarins, water-soluble proteins and various enzymes.

【Pharmacological action】 ①Effect on the central nervous system

【Nature and flavor】 Sweet, neutral.

【Functions and indications】 Treats asthenia, cough, asthma, insomnia and indigestion.

[Usage and Dosage] For oral administration: grind into powder, 0.5 to 1 qian; or soak in wine and drink.

【Note】 ① "Compendium of Materia Medica" says: "Sweets are used as a pre-meditation. They are good for hair growth. They hate Hengshan. They are afraid of Bianqing and Artemisia capillaris."

[Additional prescription] To treat chronic stomach problems: chop 5 fen of Ganoderma lucidum into small pieces, soak in old wine and drink. (Hangzhou Medicinal Plants)

【Clinical application】 ①Treatment of chronic tracheitis

[Remarks] According to the "Ben Cao" records, there are six types of Ganoderma: purple Ganoderma, red Ganoderma, green Ganoderma, yellow Ganoderma, white Ganoderma and black Ganoderma. However, according to modern literature and specimens seen, the original plants are mostly the first two types.

【Excerpt】 《*Dictionary》

The above is a detailed introduction to Ganoderma lucidum. Since it is a Chinese medicinal material, we can eat it with confidence. Ganoderma lucidum has a very good effect on improving all aspects of the human body.