Who should avoid reishi supplements?
Written by
Robert Kelly
Reviewed by
Prof. Graham Pierce, Ph.D.Certain individuals should avoid using reishi supplements due to specific health risks. In particular, people with bleeding disorders are subject to dangerous blood-thinning effects; persons with autoimmune disorders may experience stimulation of the immune system. Individuals with liver disease and low blood pressure require medical approval before using these products.
Bleeding Disorders
- Reishi compounds inhibit platelet aggregation
- Significantly increases hemorrhage risk
- Avoid entirely with hemophilia or von Willebrand disease
Autoimmune Conditions
- Overstimulates immune cell activity
- May worsen lupus, RA, or MS symptoms
- Contraindicated for all autoimmune diagnoses
Surgery Patients
- Discontinue 2 weeks before procedures
- Risk of uncontrolled bleeding
- Includes dental extractions
Organ Transplant Recipients
- Interferes with immunosuppressants
- Risk of organ rejection
- Avoid lifelong
Patients suffering from liver disease should avoid reishi due to the risks of hepatotoxicity. Those with low blood pressure may experience dangerous drops in blood pressure levels. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid the use of reishi altogether because research is insufficient to ensure safety in terms of fetal development.
Anyone taking medications should consult their doctor before considering reishi. Numerous prescriptions interact dangerously, including common blood thinners and drugs for diabetes. These individuals should consider other wellness strategies, such as balanced nutrition and stress management techniques recommended by their doctor.
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