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April 2016 PMID 27045603

Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment.

Xingzhong Jin, Julieta Ruiz Beguerie, Daniel Man-Yeun Sze, Godfrey C F Chan

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What people are saying

The discussions reveal a mixture of cautious acknowledgment and curiosity, with users referencing the systematic review and studies, such as one mentioning that G. lucidum may improve response to therapy, while others emphasize the inconclusive evidence for clinical benefits. The tone varies from skeptical to intrigued, reflecting ongoing debates about the mushroom's medicinal value.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the limited evidence and express skepticism, reflecting partial agreement with the cautious conclusions of the publication.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high interest, with users referencing specific studies, reviews, and clinical implications, indicating engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several comments analyze the research and mention their reactions to findings, like the mention of quality of life improvements, indicating moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Posts highlight the significance of the systematic review's findings, with some referencing clinical relevance and cautionary notes about the treatment's efficacy.

Abstract in brief

  • Ganoderma lucidum, also known as Reishi mushroom, is used in Asian medicine for its potential to boost the immune system and possibly fight cancer, but there is limited high-quality evidence.
  • Researchers conducted a systematic review of five randomized controlled trials (RCTs), comparing G. lucidum with placebos or other treatments in cancer patients, to evaluate its effects on survival, tumor response, immune function, quality of life, and side effects.
  • The current evidence is limited and does not provide conclusive proof that G. lucidum significantly benefits cancer treatment, highlighting the need for more rigorous clinical studies.
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@drkohilathas · X

"Our results found that patients with G. lucidum extract in their anticancer regimen were 1.27 times more likely to respond to chemotherapy or radiotherapy than those without." https://t.co/1N9tUK7Bvs

Sep 19, 2024 · 2 likes · 47,932 followers View post →
Dr Alfonso J Rodriguez-Morales MD MSc DTM&H HonDSc
@DrAJRodriguezM · X

@jorgegomezmarin @BluRadioCo @pcorrea78 Una Revisión Sistemática de la Cochrane concluye "Our review did not find sufficient evidence to justify the use of Ganoderma lucidum as a first-line treatment for cancer. It remains uncertain whether G. lucidum helps prolong long-term cancer survival." https://t.co/yyTn8GLJZk https://t.co/pW489FE2Tn

Jan 23, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,162 followers View post →
Kiwi la Jarocha
@KiwiQueenieTw · X

@mavr009 Bueno, una búsqueda rápida en PubMed arrojó algunos estudios con resultados positivos. Del que más me llamó la atención fue esta revisión Cochrane. https://t.co/z3sSnGrDlz https://t.co/9coKy8DtyB

Aug 29, 2021 · 1 like · 1,130 followers View post →
JulioBasulto_DN
@JulioBasulto_DN · X

Oct 13, 2025 · 96,102 followers View post →
Jorge Restrepo
@JorgeARestrepo · X

Jin X, Ruiz Beguerie J, Sze D, Chan GCF. (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2016, Issue 4. Art. No.: CD007731. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD007731.pub3

Jan 26, 2020 · 39,772 followers View post →
Dr Alfonso J Rodriguez-Morales MD MSc DTM&H HonDSc
@DrAJRodriguezM · X

@ttitta @RealoveToday @JuanMAnayaC @rpocisv @claudiavaca5 The use of G. lucidum alone does not demonstrate significant clinical benefits in achieving a better tumour response." https://t.co/0NivNiCILZ https://t.co/X9q4jlzEPF

Feb 5, 2020 · 4,162 followers View post →

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JulioBasulto_DN
@JulioBasulto_DN · X

Oct 13, 2025 · 96,102 followers View post →
Julio Basulto
@juliobasulto.bsky.social · Bluesky

Oct 13, 2025 · 1 share View post →
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@drkohilathas · X

"Our results found that patients with G. lucidum extract in their anticancer regimen were 1.27 times more likely to respond to chemotherapy or radiotherapy than those without." https://t.co/1N9tUK7Bvs

Sep 19, 2024 · 2 likes · 47,932 followers View post →
Fermín Valenzuela
@fervalgoga · X

En respuesta a #drmacias https://t.co/zFFatTUf05

Nov 20, 2022 · 160 followers View post →
Andrea
@laperez2015 · X

@Johanaagg_ https://t.co/Ba7dDi9DKA

Jul 21, 2022 · 88 followers View post →
John Tye
@johntyehealth · X

Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment - Jin, X - 2012 | Cochrane Library https://t.co/5ptvLjBZ8X

Apr 20, 2022 · 10 followers View post →
Kiwi la Jarocha
@KiwiQueenieTw · X

@mavr009 Bueno, una búsqueda rápida en PubMed arrojó algunos estudios con resultados positivos. Del que más me llamó la atención fue esta revisión Cochrane. https://t.co/z3sSnGrDlz https://t.co/9coKy8DtyB

Aug 29, 2021 · 1 like · 1,130 followers View post →
Denouncer of Everything
@searchingthru · X

"Four studies showed that patients in the G. lucidum group had relatively improved quality of life in comparison to controls." https://t.co/uEQ3ItPBrT

Apr 25, 2021 · 405 followers View post →
Dr Alfonso J Rodriguez-Morales MD MSc DTM&H HonDSc
@DrAJRodriguezM · X

@ttitta @RealoveToday @JuanMAnayaC @rpocisv @claudiavaca5 The use of G. lucidum alone does not demonstrate significant clinical benefits in achieving a better tumour response." https://t.co/0NivNiCILZ https://t.co/X9q4jlzEPF

Feb 5, 2020 · 4,162 followers View post →
Piri Reis
@jorgefernando00 · X

Despues de leer esto, nuestra flamante ministra de @MincienciasCo Mabel Torres. No quedo bien plantada https://t.co/Vd1SMtXycm

Feb 4, 2020 · 509 followers View post →
Jorge Restrepo
@JorgeARestrepo · X

Jin X, Ruiz Beguerie J, Sze D, Chan GCF. (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2016, Issue 4. Art. No.: CD007731. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD007731.pub3

Jan 26, 2020 · 39,772 followers View post →
Jorge Gomez Marin
@jorgegomezmarin · X

@jaimerescuartas https://t.co/LLHV6FP5yZ

Jan 24, 2020 · 1,125 followers View post →
Jorge Gomez Marin
@jorgegomezmarin · X

RT @DrAJRodriguezM: @jorgegomezmarin @BluRadioCo @pcorrea78 Una Revisión Sistemática de la Cochrane concluye "Our review did not find suffi…

Jan 23, 2020 · 1 share · 1,125 followers View post →
Dr Alfonso J Rodriguez-Morales MD MSc DTM&H HonDSc
@DrAJRodriguezM · X

@jorgegomezmarin @BluRadioCo @pcorrea78 Una Revisión Sistemática de la Cochrane concluye "Our review did not find sufficient evidence to justify the use of Ganoderma lucidum as a first-line treatment for cancer. It remains uncertain whether G. lucidum helps prolong long-term cancer survival." https://t.co/yyTn8GLJZk https://t.co/pW489FE2Tn

Jan 23, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,162 followers View post →
Verimeds
@verimeds · X

Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi mushroom) for cancer treatment https://t.co/cCzZU54dsK via @instapaper

May 17, 2019 · 46 followers View post →