In the environment we live in, it is not possible to say that the food, water, or air we consume daily is pure. Increasing pollution is contaminating both the atmosphere and the air. Water bodies and oceans have also turned into dumping grounds for waste. Climate change has already occurred, resulting in periods of no rainfall, which in turn reduces crop yields. As a result, food needs to be brought from other countries, and the food available locally is also often problematic.
The reduced immunity and lifespan of individuals, along with the rise of deadly diseases, are due to the change in our eating habits and the consumption of impure foods. Deadly diseases like cancer do not develop in an instant. It is said that cancer can be identified only after approximately eleven years, by which time it may have already progressed to stage two or three. Only cancers identified in the early stages can be treated effectively. Once the disease progresses to stages two or three, overcoming it becomes a matter of considerable financial burden and distress. Even with treatment, it is very difficult to return to the previous state of health, because the side effects of treatment and the continued use of medications do not necessarily help the body recover fully.
Many of us may think, “This will not affect me, I eat good food and drink clean water.” We may also think, “I don’t have any health problems.” It is often only when the body starts feeling weak or uncomfortable that we begin to think about our health. We might wonder, “How did this happen? I was fine until yesterday.” One thing we must remember is that the loss of health does not happen in an instant; it is a gradual process that takes place over a long period of time.
The liver and kidneys work to eliminate waste from the body and purify the blood. However, these organs are less capable of eliminating toxins like chemicals and pollutants from the body. As a result, these toxins accumulate in various parts of the body. Over time, they can transform into cancerous cells, which then spread throughout the body.

This is where the importance of Ganoderma lucidum, also known as the “Reishi Mushroom,” comes in. It has the ability to penetrate deep into the body’s cells and remove harmful toxins from them. This capability was understood by humans around 6,000 years ago. Even without the advancement of science at the time, kings in countries like China, Malaysia, and Japan used this mushroom as food. When we say that these mushrooms give longevity, it does not mean that they extend the lifespan given by God. Instead, it means that they help to create a body free from diseases, with strong immunity. Consuming Ganoderma regularly helps both the liver and kidneys. As a result, waste products from the cells, such as sweat, feces, and urine, are more easily expelled from the body. Consequently, the burden to filter toxins by these two organs is reduced, and the body remains healthy, with improved immunity. 

Below are some magazine topis related with Ganoderma and its health benefits. Most of them are in Malayalam Magazines/News Papers