Reishi mushroom is a natural product that may enhance immunity and response to chemo/radiotherapy, improve quality of life, and manage some side effects.
Affordability and access
Prescription required?
- No, but we recommend you consult your oncology team before using reishi
Other names
You may find reishi mushroom under these alternate names:
- Mannentake in Japan and the US
- Lingzhi in China
Where to access
- Drug stores
- Supplement stores
- Online supplement or botanical distributors
Affordability
- Moderate cost (between $500 US and $2000 US/year)
Helpful links
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Ralph Moss discusses sources, and in some instances costs, of preparations of reishi mushrooms.
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