Several species of Ganoderma have been used in traditional Asian medicines for thousands of years. Collectively, the Ganoderma are being investigated for a variety of potential therapeutic benefits:
- antioxidant activities[19][20]
- hypoglycemic effects[23][24]
- antibacterial effects[25]
- antifungal effects[28]
- reducing blood cholesterol[29]
- inhibiting blood vessel regeneration (angiogenesis)[30]
- antifibrotic effects[31]
- reducing lower urinary tract symptoms [33]
- increasing endurance for vigorous exercise [34]
