The therapeutic importance of Ganoderma lucidum, a mushroom native to East Asia, has been known for centuries in Chinese and East Asian cultures. A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Pharmacology has highlighted the potential of G. lucidum to treat a variety of conditions including inflammation, cancer, and viral and bacterial infections.

G. lucidum is known for its active polysaccharides, which are believed to have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antitumor activities. The study found that G. lucidum polysaccharides have the potential to reduce inflammation, inhibit the growth of tumor cells, and effectively combat viral and bacterial infections. Additionally, the polysaccharides are believed to have antioxidant, anti-aging, and immunomodulatory effects.

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