Brain Forza Organic Red Reishi Mushroom Capsules, Adaptogenic Mushroom Powered Immune Support, Heart and Cardiovascular Health, General Wellness and Vitality, Non-GMO, Vegan, Organic, 90 Capsules
$24.86
Product Description
Brain Forza Organic Red Reishi Mushroom Capsules
USDA Certified Organic Raw Material | Grown in the USA
Brain Forza | Organic Mushrooms, Adaptogens and Superfoods
Founded in 2010, our mission has always been simple, to improve peoples lives with the most functional supplements and foods on the planet. We specialize in using organic mushrooms and herbal adaptogens to make you smarter, stronger and happier.
Non-GMO Only Herb ID Tracked Correct Servings Active-form Vitamins Made in the USA
Brain Forza Organic Red Reishi Mushroom Capsules
Immune & Cardiovascular Health Support
Our signature organic Red Reishi mushroom blend. Non-GMO, lab-grown and significantly stronger than wild grown mushrooms or standardized extracts. Cooked twice to 125°C.
Combination of the 4 best strains of Reishi known to man from organic raw material 1,095mg of total polysaccharides/serving compared to only 32mg-132mg from other popular Red Reishi extracts Potent adaptogen used in traditional Chinese medicine for at least 5,000 years Raw material naturally contains about 73% polysaccharides and 30% Beta-Glucans No heavy metals, pesticides, herbicides, insect droppings, or any of the other contaminants
Brain Forza Organic Mushrooms Quality and Production
Organic Raw Material | Sustainable | Non-GMO | Grown For Functional Nutrition
Our mushrooms are grown in a state of the art 21st century proprietary solid state fermentation process. Brain Forza’s lab-grown mushrooms are significantly more potent than anything that is grown on a farm or in the wild. Our mushrooms are grown under highly controlled conditions with year-round climate control, on a custom organic American grown substrate, which yields around 95%> mushroom tissue compared to regular substrate which yield closer to only 75% mushroom tissue.
No pesticides, heavy metals, insect droppings, herbicides, or any other contaminants, as can be found in wild or farm grown mushrooms | 100% Made in America.
Brain Forza Organic Red Reishi Mushroom Capsules 90 x 500mg
Some claim it is the key to vitality and longevity – Red Reishi mushroom has been traditionally used for centuries by ancient cultures to support immunity, as well as a range of other common health goals.
Red Reishi, also known as lingzhi throughout China, is a large mushroom that has developed a reputation based on its health-supporting properties. Dating back at least 2,000 years, it is the most studied and most valued supplemented mushroom, as it’s considered to be “the mushroom of immortality.” by ancient cultures.Throughout history, Red Reishi mushroom has been utilized to support numerous health concerns. Today, there have been a number of studies and human trials showcasing Reishi mushroom as a potential supporter of immune function, liver health, brain health, and more. Red Reishi mushroom is a great addition to anyone’s healthy lifestyle.
Full Spectrum Approx. 73% Polysaccharides Contains high levels of 1,3-1,6 Beta Glucans (30%), Alpha Glucans, Tripeptides, Ganoderic Acid +more One daily serving of our full-spectrum Red Reishi yields approx. 510mg of polysaccharides. Compare this with a “high potency extract” which would be 30% polysaccharides, yielding only 150mg from the common 500mg serving size.
DOES RED REISHI MUSHROOM WORK? Red Reishi is not too physically noticeable form most, and it’s primary use is to offer immune, cardiovascular and liver support. These may not necessary be results you can directly “feel” or measure. Many people use Reishi for other applications we cannot promote or talk about, and everyone’s experience will be different. We consider Reishi a long term commitment to help maintain overall health, immune function and liver health.There are other great benefits Reishi may offer, including possible athletic performance support, and more.
WHY DOES OUR ORGANIC RED REISHI MUSHROOM TASTE NEUTRAL AND NOT SUPER BITTER? This is due to the growth substrate. We use a highly specialized, patented, US made material which yields around 95% mushroom tissue, compared to most other organic lab grown mushrooms that usually use a cheap rice substrate and only yield around 75%. Log grown or wild grown Reishi will likely taste bitter because of what it grows on.
NOTE FROM GREG, THE FOUNDER: “I love Red Reishi mushroom. Along with Lion’s Mane and Turkey Tail, it is part of my non-stop-till-I-drop supplements regimen. I take Reishi for the building body of evidence supporting its long-term health benefits, possible immune support. I love to pair 3 caps of Reishi with a coffee as I feel it help lower the chance jitters (adaptogenic), so I can drink more coffee without getting too jittery. This is my personal experience. The other time I will use it, is paired with Lion’s Mane before bed. I feel they help me sleep better.” – Greg
Extract v.s Full Spectrum
Many people seem to be under the impression that an extract is required in order to digest and absorb the mushrooms. This is factually false.
Some have falsely stated that the chitin cannot be broken down. However, on average, mushrooms contain only a small amount of chitin – somewhere in the range of 1.87-6.93% of the dry mass.
Using a hot water extract breaks down chitin with the primary purpose of releasing polysaccharides. However, chitin can actually be broken down by humans. Humans have two enzymes called beta-glucosidase and chitinase that have the ability to break down chitin.
Naturally, the hot water extract process leaves many nutrients behind. Rather than being just a portion of the mushroom, full spectrum supplements include the entirety of the fungi, because each part of the mushroom has a defined purpose – mycelium, fruiting body and spores.
Why Lab Grown Mushrooms?
Mushrooms get nutrients from where they grow. So, if they’re grown in a place with more nutrients, mushrooms contain more nutrients. However, the inverse is also true if it is a location with more toxic soil, etc.
Lab cultivated mushrooms are carefully groomed to provide you with the highest production standards. Everything can be carefully controlled, like the amount of nutrients – including beta glucans, triterpenes, ergosterol, and polysaccharides and more.
This is important because it creates consistency, eliminating the need for an extract.
Lab grown mushrooms are also naturally low in heavy metals because everything is carefully regulated.
Everything is tightly regulated – from the amount of pressure the mushrooms grow in to the substrate they are grown on (a custom specialty material). Nothing is overlooked.
What is Full Spectrum Organic?
A full spectrum mushroom supplement takes advantage of all the components of the mushroom. This includes the fruit body, spores, mycelium, primordia, and even some of the substrate, an oft-overlooked part of a medicinal mushrooms.
Fruit body: The part of the mushroom that typically appears above ground or on the food source (whether an insect or plant). It is the fleshy piece of the mushroom that’s responsible for reproduction.
Spores: Spores are essentially tiny seeds released by the fruiting body. However, instead of immediately sprouting, they send mycelium shoots in search of other shoots in order to reproduce.
Mycelium: Mycelium are both the roots and the brain of the mushroom. They are composed of threadlike hyphae and spread thickly throughout the substrate and soil.
Primordia: The first stage of development of a mushroom. Essentially, it’s a sprout.
Substrate: The substrate is what the mushroom is growing on or in. It is the food source for the mushroom.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 2.5 x 2.5 x 4.5 inches; 2.89 ounces
Item model number : RR90CAPS
Date First Available : June 24, 2014
Manufacturer : Brain Forza
ASIN : B00L1RQ2AS
Country of Origin : USA
MUSHROOM IMMUNE SUPPORT: Red Reishi mushroom may naturally promote overall health and wellness via mushroom powered immune system support.
STRESS AND MOOD: Red Reishi is a known adaptogenic mushroom that may help support stress and mood when taken daily.
ENERGY AND WELLNESS: Red Reishi Mushroom is commonly used by athletes as it may possibly support endurance and sport performance when taken daily.
STRENGTH: Our organic Red Reishi mushroom capsules are full spectrum and more than 2x stronger than Red Reishi extracts tested via HPLC
QUALITY CONTROL: Certified organic, sustainable, Non-GMO, Vegan. No heavy metals, pesticides, herbicides, insect droppings, or any of the other contaminants
Ronald L Jackson –
A Red Reishi Miracle by Ronald L. Jackson
Thank you for the email, on a review of this incredible medicinal mushroom. I won’t give a product five stars unless it is truly, “the effective”. I habe suffered from horrible pains and sicknesses on and off related to ulcers and what could of easily became colitus. I do not expect every reader of this review to believe in what I say, yet I know what I say is true. This herbal mushroom is unreal, I haven’t tried other brands and I don’t think I will bother this one works very well. This coupled with a quality probiotic, and clean eating program will benefit. This can prevent many things as well, allergens I kinetics do not seem to effect me as they do others. It will be a continued take always supplement for me. Another thing I really enjoy is cost effective, it works much like the mushroom that has strong extracts of ahcc but perhaps better. I am not sure yet I know it works. If one is looking for alternatives this is a great one, I hope that this company receives as many reviews as possible remains on Amazon as prime members who order there herbalist will enjoy this one and its cost. Thank you Brain For a for existing and also having real Red Reishi. Ronald L Jackson of http://www.reverbnation.com/everythingmanband peace!
Stephen Sterling –
Buy Consciously
Once upon a time mushrooms were grown free of pesticides, herbicides and residues. Now it is prudent to purchase organic, especially when taking in concentrated forms. Having ordered recently I have not taken this product long enough to give a review of the “therapeutic” results. The product I did take is no longer available. In addition to immune boosting, that product supported a pathway in balancing my hormones. What I know for sure is this company impressed me more than any other while researching the best quality source possible (unfortunately these days you cannot be certain a product labelled organic is still 100% or processed in a conscious way as well). Having seen how good labels/companies in the past have been bought out by conglomerate corporations and quality has been altered to support profits, purchasing from smaller companies in general guarantees better qualities. Thank you to BrainForza and to everyone who purchases from them. (And, no, I have no affiliation with the company. lol)
Regan House –
Great stuff
It’s very difficult to be able to ascertain the quality of an encapsulated herb/mushroom, but I am confident in this brand and the statements. I have finished a bottle so far and I feel like there is subtle improvements in energy and various physical and cognitive responses. I haven’t tried too many others as of yet, and don’t know that it’s a total *gamechanger* for me, but I think it’s good stuff at a good price. I feel good taking it and look forward to the long-term beneficial effects. Thank you kindly for this product.
Simon Zalkind –
Not a miracle but very helpful for sleep-issues
I’m aware that Reishi has remarkable health supporting qualities but as a chronic insomniac trying to cut down on conventional sleeping aids I heard that Reishi was also helpful for sleeping issues.I believe that Red Reishi has been very helpful for my insomnia. I still take conventional sleeping aids but I’ve cut down on them a little and though I’m still an insomniac, the quality of my sleep is much improved. I also have very vivid dreams that I can easily recall when I wake. There are lots of reishi products on the market – some very cheap and some prohibitively expensive. I think this is good quality, potent Reishi extract and a really good value.
Holli –
These mushrooms are a God send!
My daughter has GAD associated with being high functioning on the autism spectrum. It was paralyzing. We first added some vitamins that were to help with those on the spectrum, and also some flower essences. These helped, but she was just not healing…the battle for being able to complete basic daily tasks was ongoing with no end in sight. When she started taking the Red Reishi from Brain Forza, her true healing began. No longer did she have to fight herself for 2 or 3 hours just to wash her face in the morning. No longer did showering involve an hour of ritual before she could begin the actual shower.I researched what part of the mushroom needed to be in the capsule to be helpful and this brand has it. I checked in medical articles about which mushrooms help most with those on the spectrum, Red Reishi was listed in all. It’s listed as an actual medicine in Japan. The Brain Forza brand had the most promise and so I tried it. The effect, according to those doctors who wrote about it, might take a month to start to see. Beneficial results began within a week, and now, months later, we look back and can’t believe that our daughter, who is dramatically more functional, had ever been so paralyzed.We will be the most loyal customer, EVER, because it just works! I pray they stay in business for a long time.
Tconklin –
Three Stars
haven’t noticed any improvements, but as well haven’t got worse
Jade Q. Wang –
Not the real deal
I bought 5 different bottles of Reishi of various brands, all claiming to be without fillers and had my mother (who usually takes it in powder form) open the capsules and taste them. 4 out of 5 (including this one) did not taste like Reishi, and the remaining 1 was of relatively weak strength.This one might have been some other kind of mushroom powder mixed with toasted oat flour or something, but she didn’t taste Reishi. Given the oat-like flavor, might want to be careful if you have oat/gluten intolerance.
SingleMaltDaily –
I have been taking Brain Forza’s Red Reishi’s since September …
I have been taking Brain Forza’s Red Reishi’s since September. The results were staggering! For starters, I was the only one in my entire circle of friends/family that avoided the flu during the season change, which was massive, and allowed me to continue work at full pace! I also felt a bit leaner too throughout my first cycle, which is why I reordered. Cheers Brain Forza!!
Robb –
I ordered this through my prime membership. That was my biggest mistake. There was a broken capsule in the bottle, the end sheared off, and powder all over inside. It was a mess…After being in touch with Greg, the founder of Brain Forza, I was able to get another bottle shipped direct from them. When it arrived I was able to directly compare the two services. The plus for prime, I was able to get the package next day. With the direct shipment it came from the states and as such had to go through customs. No biggie, but it took a week to go from LA, USA to ON, Canada. When it arrived I immediately noticed the big reason for the capsule breakage. Amazon shipped in a plastic bag without any bubblewrap or ‘bump’ protection. The direct package was a box filled with paper filler so the bottle didn’t bounce around.Looking at the bottles there was a difference there as well. The Amazon shipped bottle had a barcode sticker on it where as the direct shipment bottle did not. I started to wonder if there was automated picking at play as that too could add to the capsule breakage. There were obvious handling differences, but I wonder if there was also some ignorance on the part of the Amazon packer as to the fragility of the product. I mean, it’s just a bottle of pills, right?Turns out that the only type of capsule that can be use in order to maintain the certified organic status is Plantcaps® by Capsugel® capsules. While it seems to be an excellent capsule it is more fragile than regular plant cellulose capsules. Bang it around excessively and the capsule may break. Next up is the product itself. Talking with Greg I learned that the product is made of true reishi mushrooms and retain a very high moisture content (~10-14% moisture on arrival to the facility). They are grown fresh, cooked, milled, then sent to get capped where some moisture may get into the capsule as it dries making the casing more brittle. The trade off is getting the freshest, most potent material on the market with a slightly more fragile capsule.There is quite a bit of filler in the bottle to prevent the capsules from moving around. Given the shipping condition, and possibly warehouse packing, I have no doubt that this is the reason why my first bottle was damaged. While prime membership may be good, in this case it’s better to get it shipped direct from the manufacturer.The Red Reishi Mushrooms seem to be having the desired effect on my joints and body in general. I will continue ordering this product, shipped direct, and evaluate as time goes on. So far I like the increased vitality and effects of Red Reishi seem to be having. Great stuff and I’m quite happy!
Krysta Harder –
I really liked this. I’m new to the world of supplemental mushrooms but I must say I am very pleased with my choice here. I didn’t have any broken capsules as others have. Item arrived in perfect condition. I take it after lunch, and it helps me almost as much as a cup of coffee would because it provides some mental clarity I find. Especially for me as someone with adhd
L Duke –
When I opened bottle there was an excessive amount of dust, either a capsule broke or was not tightly sealed. To update my rating. I was contacted by Brain Forza and received a bottle direct from them and product arrived intact.
StyleGuy67 –
I’ve read somewhere about how red reishi was supportive for a leaky gut syndrome. That’s not why I purchase the product, though rather for nerve growth and balance of blood sugar levels, but after a history of digestive upset, I’ve noticed that my stools have been more compact. This is really personal, though given the media and studies surrounding red reishi, you may choose to give this an opportunity as part of your health regime. Like Brain Forza’s product for the organic content and controlled lab environment in which its produced.
Jeff Arnie –
I have not had the product for long and hope that it helps with my natural healing from Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma. The product (in another form) was recommended by my traditional medicine Chinese doctor whom I have trusted with my life for the last two-plus years. I have added this particular product after researching the necessary healing qualities that make Red Reishi a solid choice. This product fit the criteria. Wish me luck!