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Optimal Immune System Support
Product Training
THE HUMAN IMMUNE SYSTEM
...…is a complicated network of cells, antibodies and
proteins that serves following three main functions:
1. Removes waste and harmful material, to
ensure the normal function of the body.
2. Defends against pathogens - bacteria, fungi
and virus.
3. Kills and removes dead and altered cells.
THE HUMAN IMMUNE SYSTEM
......is delicately balanced by a very sophisticated feedback
regulation and control system
• Prolonged immune deficiency can lead to infection, frequent
sickness, lack of vigor and energy and impaired metabolism.
• On the other hand, chronic activation of immune system can
also lead to certain autoimmune conditions such as arthritis,
lupus, nephritis, allergy, etc.
Immune Cells Recognize and Destroy:
Pathogens and Altered Cells
Chemical message alerts
immune system that an
invader is present
Immune cell
“swallows”
foreign invader
REISHI MUSHROOM
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) mushroom
is a fungus occurring as a shelf-like form
on the sides of trees and stumps in
densely wooded mountains with high
humidity and low light.
The spores of Reishi have such tough
outer husks that germination is next to
impossible, which accounts for its rarity.
TYPES OF REISHI
There are 62 types of Reishi, of which six are most common:
RED
BLACK
BLUE
WHITE
YELLOW
PURPLE
RED Reishi is preferred because it can produce the highest
quality extract and has been subject to the most scientific
evaluation
TRADITIONAL USE
Reishi, also known as Lingzhi, is one of the most valued
herbal products in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Reishi’s earliest herbal remedies were recorded between
206 B.C. - 8 A.D.
In Taiwan, families often give
Reishi to their aging grandparents
CULTIVATION OF REISHI
In 1971, Yukio Naoi, a researcher of the Kyoto University in
Japan, successfully developed the artificial cultivation of
Reishi, which resulted in reproducible and consistent
production of Reishi.
REISHI SPORES
• These highly active substances are the essence of
Reishi.
• They are the reproductive cells that are released at
maturity.
• However, Reishi spores are protected by an extremely
hard shell which prevent us from optimally absorbing
the actives.
Compounds Identified in Reishi Mushrooms
Compound
Polysaccharides
Triterpenes
Nucleosides
Fatty Acids
Amino Acids,
Vitamins, Minerals
Function
Improves immunity, reinforces liver function, and
stimulates insulin secretion
Nourishes the liver, anti-allergy, anti-inflammation,
maintains cholesterol, and eases pain
Inhibits plaque agglutination, prevents thrombus
formation
Inhibits histamine release
Replenishes nutrients
RESEARCH FINDINGS:
REISHI MUSHROOM & EXTRACTS
• Cell support
• Immune dysfunction-related diseases
• Liver protection
• Nervous system dysfunction
• Cardiovascular protection and blood sugar
support
CLINICAL STUDIES ON REISHI
Reishi stimulates the immune system’s ability to recognize
pathogens and altered cells
Reishi provides complementary therapy to promote health
and longevity
• stimulates the formation of antibodies
• stimulates the ability of proliferation of immune cells
• modulates the function of T cells and NK cells
Wang SY, et al. International Journal of Cancer 1997;70(6):699-705. Lu Z, Lin ZB. 1994 International Symposium on
Ganoderma Research, October 24-26, 1994, Beijing Medical University, Beijing , China, Program and Abstracts, p. 82.
Kupin, V. (1992). The 4th International Symposium on Ganoderma lucidum, Hyatt Regency hotel, June 10, 1992, Seoul, Korea,
Program and Abstracts, pp. 36-39. Yang QY, Wang, M. M. (1996). 1996 Taipei International Ganoderma Research Conference,
Taipei International Convention Center (TICC), August 15-15, 1996, Abstracts, Special Lecture.
Optimal Immune System Support
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
 Uses the best Reishi species:
RED Reishi or Ganoderma lucidum
 Use of the best Reishi cultivation method:
solid tree trunk, organic cultivation for
120-200 days
 Free of pesticides, free of
heavy metals, and no
unwanted microbial
contamination
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Uses Pharmanex’s
proprietary
manufacturing
process
to extract active
components from
Reishi
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Cracked Reishi Spores
Reishi spores
100% Cracked spores
— 3000X magnification under an electronic microscope
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Proprietary Formula
• Contains Reishi spores (100% cracked)
• Standardized to
– 6% Reishi triterpenes
– 13.5% Reishi polysaccharides
REISHIMAX CLINICAL STUDIES
A comparative study demonstrated enhanced
immune functions by ReishiMax:
• Increased serum antibodies*
• Stimulated proliferation of immune cells*
• Modulation of the T cell functions*
• Enhanced the NK cell functions*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Interleukin-2 (pg/ml)
ReishiMax enhances cell-mediated
immune functions*
5000
p<0.001 by ANOVA
4000
+822%
+799%
3000
2000
+405%
p=0.12
1000
0
Placebo
0.585
1.170
ReishiMax GLP
By Medical Institute at National Taiwan University
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
2.925
0.585 (g/kg)
Other
Reishi
Higher Amount of Actives
Other Reishi product
mAU
GA
200
100
0
0
10
ReishiMax
mAU
20
30
40
50
min
GA
Ganoderol acid DM-std
Ganoderol B
100
50
0
0
10
20
30
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
40
50
min
HIGHER SOLUBILITY
90%
90%
71%
80%
70%
51%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
ReishiMax
Reishi A
By Pharmanex Research Center at Shanghai Medical University
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Reishi B
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
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6S process
Best natural Red Reishi species
Organic cultivation
Cracked spores
Proprietary manufacturing
technology
Highest level of actives on the
market
Scientifically proven
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
RECOMMENDED USAGE
Take twice daily with meals:
• 1 capsule each time for health
maintenance
• 2 capsules each time for
immune modulation
Safe and well tolerated at the
recommended dosage
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Taken together, ReishiMax and Tegreen 97
provide a comprehensive cellular health
maintenance program*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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