| Arthritis is a condition characterized by joint pain and | | | | also helps modify autoimmune reactions in cases of |
| swelling. This disease is commonly manifested by | | | | rheumatoid arthritis. Ganoderma lucidum herb has been |
| people in the ages of 40 to 60 and is highly | | | | proven to improve and intensify the alpha and gamma |
| predominant among women. Rheumatoid arthritis | | | | interferon in the body. This can effectively regulate |
| usually affects the small joints in the human body such | | | | your immune system. |
| as the hands, feet and wrists. The hallmark symptom | | | | How Ganoderma is used |
| would include joint stiffness and swelling in the morning. | | | | The herb itself is very bitter and tough. In plain form it is |
| A person suffering from arthritis may have difficulty in | | | | frankly inedible. Because of this, those who want to |
| grasping things, writing, walking, dressing, etc. | | | | experience the health benefits of ganoderma can do |
| The use of herbal therapies has long been employed in | | | | so in a number of ways be ingested in the body in |
| the Asian regions. Japan, China and India have | | | | several ways: via supplements or beverages such as |
| practiced herbal treatments through the years to cure | | | | healthy ganoderma coffees and teas. While easiest to |
| diseases. Popularly known as reishi or ling zhi, | | | | buy products that are already ganoderma enriched, |
| Ganoderma lucidum is a leathery mushroom plant that | | | | there is also a way to make an herb tincture out of |
| has been used in Asian medicine for centuries. It is | | | | boiling the mushroom. Ling zhi mushrooms are |
| among the Orient's best elixirs. Here are some health | | | | commercially available in the market these days in |
| benefits of Ganoderma: | | | | dried powder form, syrup, capsules, tea and tinctures. |
| It works systemically through the cell level. | | | | You can make your own herb tincture by boiling ½ |
| It strengthens the human body's immunity and thus | | | | ounce of dried Ganoderma mushroom in 3 cups of |
| helps it fight off diseases and other infections. | | | | water. Be sure to chop the mushroom into tiny pieces. |
| It is believed to calm the mind and reduce stress. | | | | Let the chopped mushroom sit in cold water for 3 to 4 |
| It can be used by individuals on all ages from | | | | hours even before boiling it. Use cold water when |
| children to pregnant women. | | | | soaking the herb to make sure all the nutrients are |
| It contains anti-aging elements that is helpful for | | | | absorbed properly. Slowly bring the mixture into boil. |
| maintaining that youthful glow. | | | | Let the solution simmer for about 45 minutes and then |
| Ganoderma is used as an alternative therapy for | | | | cool down to adequate drinking temperature. With the |
| arthritis, insomnia, diabetes, gastric ulcers, hypertension | | | | use of a metal strainer or coffee filter paper, strain the |
| and allergic reactions. According to recent studies, | | | | entire mixture. Be sure to store your Ganoderma herb |
| Ganoderma has immune modulating and | | | | drink in a covered glass jar inside the refrigerator. |
| anti-inflammatory properties that is perfect for treating | | | | Ganoderma is indeed one of the best options for |
| autoimmune and chronic inflammatory disorders. | | | | treating arthritis the natural way! |
| Ganoderma is believed to reduce pain and swelling. It | | | | |