Ganoderma or Reishi - - - 'Spirit Medicine' - Ganoderma is a type of mushroom, which is also known as Reishi. It has been well used and documented and medicinal treatment throughout China for over 4000 years. The Chinese refer to Ganoderman as 'spirit medicine', the Chinese used it to promote longevity. In ancient times, this mushroom was reserved for the Kings, as it was relatively rare and hard to find. Now, thanks to the advent of technology this mushroom can be farmed, making it more affordable and accessible to the average person. Reishi is used to treat many different ailments ranging from stress-related conditions to fatigue and sleep disorders. While it is great for peole who suffer from any form of stress anxities, the mushroom itself is fantastic as an overall health tonic.