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Reishi Relative Yields Brain- and Gut-Protective Compounds

Reishi Relative Yields Brain- and Gut-Protective Compounds

Reishi relative

What they found

Gacalitone F from Ganoderma calidophilum reduced oxidative stress and activated anti-aging pathways in cells and zebrafish.

Gacalitone F from Ganoderma calidophilum reduced oxidative stress and activated anti-aging pathways in cells and zebrafish.

How solid is it?

Animal

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At a glance

Latin name

Ganoderma calidophilum

Ganoderma calidophilum

Compound

gacalitone F (triterpenes)

gacalitone F (triterpenes)

Published in

Bioorganic Chemistry

Bioorganic Chemistry

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Reishi-Like Boost

Reishi-Like Boost

The reishi-like mushroom Ganoderma calidophilum produced rare triterpenes that protected brain cells and supported healthy gut bacteria. One key compound, gacalitone F, reduced oxidative stress, activated anti-aging pathways (AMPK and SIRT1), and calmed inflammation by blocking mTOR. It also boosted choline, a nutrient tied to memory and nerve repair. Early tests in cells and zebrafish suggest strong potential for brain, gut, and longevity support.

The reishi-like mushroom Ganoderma calidophilum produced rare triterpenes that protected brain cells and supported healthy gut bacteria. One key compound, gacalitone F, reduced oxidative stress, activated anti-aging pathways (AMPK and SIRT1), and calmed inflammation by blocking mTOR. It also boosted choline, a nutrient tied to memory and nerve repair. Early tests in cells and zebrafish suggest strong potential for brain, gut, and longevity support.

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