Evidence supporting the use of: Reishi mushroom
For the health condition: Hot Flashes

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, where it is prized as a general tonic for promoting health, vitality, and longevity. Its use specifically for menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, however, is less well-documented in classical texts. Some traditional practitioners have recommended reishi as a means of balancing the body’s energy (qi), supporting the immune system, and managing "deficiency" syndromes that are thought to underlie menopausal symptoms in traditional frameworks. Modern herbalists occasionally suggest reishi as part of a regimen for women experiencing hot flashes, based on its adaptogenic and calming properties. Scientifically, however, there is little direct evidence to support the use of reishi for hot flashes. Most modern research on reishi focuses on its immune-modulating, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties rather than menopausal symptom relief. There are very few clinical trials specifically examining reishi’s effect on hot flashes or other vasomotor symptoms of menopause. Therefore, while its use is supported by tradition to a limited extent, particularly within broader women's health and vitality contexts, there is not strong scientific validation for reishi as a treatment for hot flashes. More rigorous studies would be needed to confirm any potential efficacy for this specific condition.

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