Life Extension Reishi Extract Mushroom Complex - 60 Vegetarian Capsules
Life Extension Reishi Extract Mushroom Complex - 60 Vegetarian Capsules
Life Extension Reishi Extract Mushroom Complex delivers 980mg of Ganoderma lucidum fruiting-body extract, standardised to 13.5% polysaccharides and 6% triterpenes, plus 150mg of shell-broken reishi spore per two-capsule serving. 60 vegetarian capsules, 30 servings per bottle.
Most reishi supplements state only a raw powder weight. This formula is built on a standardised extract of the fruiting body, the part of the Ganoderma lucidum mushroom with an established history of food use, with the polysaccharide and triterpene content declared on the label. The addition of shell-broken spores, where the spore's hard outer wall is mechanically cracked during processing, distinguishes it from single-extract reishi products.
At a Glance
Type: Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) food supplement
Extract: 980mg fruiting-body extract per serving, standardised to 13.5% polysaccharides and 6% triterpenes
Spore: 150mg shell-broken Ganoderma lucidum spore per serving
Format: 60 vegetarian capsules (HPMC shell), serving size 2 capsules, 30 servings
Regulatory status: Food supplement, regulated by the FSAI in Ireland
Delivery: Ships from Dublin, free delivery on orders over €75
Supplement Facts
| Per 2-capsule serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) extract (fruit body), standardised to 13.5% polysaccharides and 6% triterpenes | 980mg |
| — providing approx. 132mg polysaccharides | |
| — providing approx. 59mg triterpenes | |
| Shell-broken Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) spore | 150mg |
Other ingredients: vegetable cellulose (capsule), starch, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, silica. Non-GMO.
Key Features
- 980mg standardised Ganoderma lucidum extract per two-capsule serving
- Made from the fruiting body of the mushroom, not mycelium on grain
- Declared standardisation: 13.5% polysaccharides, 6% triterpenes
- 150mg shell-broken reishi spore per serving alongside the extract
- Vegetarian HPMC capsules, non-GMO
- 30-day supply per bottle at the labelled two-capsule serving
- Ships from Dublin with tracked DPD delivery, no customs charges within Ireland
How to take
Adults 18+: take two (2) capsules daily, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Not a medicine. This product is a food supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or health condition. No authorised EU health claim exists for reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), its polysaccharides, triterpenes or spores, and none is made on this page. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life Extension Reishi Extract Mushroom Complex?
It is a food supplement combining two forms of the reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) in vegetarian capsules: a 980mg fruiting-body extract standardised to 13.5% polysaccharides and 6% triterpenes, and 150mg of shell-broken reishi spore. Each bottle contains 60 capsules, a 30-day supply at the labelled two-capsule serving.
How much reishi is in each serving?
Each two-capsule serving contains 1,130mg of reishi material in total: 980mg of standardised fruiting-body extract and 150mg of shell-broken spore. The extract's standardisation corresponds to approximately 132mg of polysaccharides and 59mg of triterpenes per serving.
What does "standardised to 13.5% polysaccharides and 6% triterpenes" mean?
Standardisation means the extract is produced to contain a declared, consistent level of named constituents in every batch. Here, 13.5% of the 980mg extract is polysaccharides and 6% is triterpenes, the two most studied constituent groups in Ganoderma lucidum. Many reishi products state only a total powder weight without declaring constituent levels.
What is shell-broken reishi spore?
Reishi spores are the microscopic reproductive cells released by the mature mushroom. Each spore is enclosed in a hard double-layered chitin wall. "Shell-broken" means this outer wall has been mechanically cracked during processing. This product includes 150mg of shell-broken spore per serving alongside the fruiting-body extract.
Is this made from fruiting body or mycelium?
The 980mg extract is made from the fruiting body of Ganoderma lucidum, the visible mushroom itself, and the label states this directly. It is not a mycelium-on-grain product. The formula also includes 150mg of spores, which are produced by the mature fruiting body.
Is reishi legal in Ireland?
Yes. Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) fruiting body and its extracts have an established history of food use in the EU and are sold as food supplements in Ireland, where food supplements are regulated by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI). Reishi products are foods, not medicines, and no medicinal claims may be made for them.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. The capsule shell is vegetable cellulose (HPMC), not gelatine, and the labelled ingredients contain no animal-derived components. The manufacturer lists the product as vegetarian, non-GMO and gluten free.
How many capsules should I take?
The labelled serving is two capsules daily, taken together or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. One bottle of 60 capsules lasts 30 days at this serving. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Are there any precautions?
Consult your physician before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or undergoing treatment for a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children and do not use if the outer seal is broken or damaged. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet.
How fast is delivery, and will I pay customs charges?
Orders ship from our Dublin warehouse by tracked DPD courier, with next-day dispatch on orders placed before the daily cut-off. Because the product ships from within Ireland, there are no customs charges or import fees. Delivery is free on orders over €75.
Life Extension · Reishi Extract Mushroom Complex · 60 vegetarian capsules · Serving: 2 capsules · HPMC capsule shell · Manufacturer item #01708 · Food supplement
Advisory Information (Ireland): Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Suitable for adults 18+. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or under medical supervision, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep out of reach of young children. Do not use if the seal is broken or damaged. Store in a cool, dry place. This product is not a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Food supplements in Ireland are regulated by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI).