Fo-Ti Root vs Reshi Spore

Celebrated TCM anti-aging tonic used to nourish liver and kidney, replenish essence, treat hair graying, and as a general longevity tonic. Now associated with liver toxicity if unprepared.

Cracked Reishi mushroom spores with highest concentration of ganoderic acids for potency.

stilbene glycosides, emodin, questin, rhein

ganoderic acids, polysaccharides, beta-glucans, triterpenoids, adenosine

Nourish liver and kidney essence, Treat premature hair graying, Anti-aging tonic, Strengthen tendons and bones

TCM imperial mushroom essence, longevity tonic, stress adaptation

Hepatoprotective (processed form), Anti-aging, Adaptogen, Antioxidant

immune modulation, anti-tumor research, adaptogenic, hepatoprotective

9-15g prepared (Zhi He Shou Wu) decoction or 500mg processed extract daily

1-2g cracked spore powder daily

Liver disease (hepatotoxic — many cases reported), Pregnancy, Raw unprocessed form absolutely contraindicated

blood thinners, immunosuppressants, chemotherapy, surgery

Hepatotoxicity (significant risk), GI upset, Liver failure with raw form

dry mouth, GI upset, dizziness, nose bleeds