Reishi Mushroom

There are more than a million types of mushrooms so it can be confusing where to start. If you’re curious about the ability of mushrooms to improve your immune system, starting with the reishi mushroom is recommended. Also known as Lingzhi Mushroom, Queen of Mushrooms, and the Mushroom of Immortality, this food has been used for more than 2,000 years in Japan and China, and is now becoming more popular in the West.

Reishi mushroom contains antioxidants, beta-glucans, and polysaccharides that help immune function. Not only that, it is also an adaptogen and can aid your body adjust to stress. Taking it in small doses will also improve your sleep cycle.