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Can You Lose Weight With Green Tea and Ganoderma Lucidum?
Green tea extract (Camellia sinensis) is an antioxidant packed with polyphenols and phytochemicals believed to offer many health advantages, including stimulating metabolism and helping with weight loss. Epigallocatechin-3-O-gallate (EGCG), one of the primary catechins found in green tea, has been proven to possess powerful anticancer, antibacterial, antiangiogenic, antiviral and antiatheroscleratic properties as well as antidiabetic and fat-reducing effects. Studies have demonstrated its efficacy at lowering blood sugar levels, increasing insulin sensitivity and improving lipid profiles. Available as liquid, powder and capsule forms; recommended dosage ranges between 250-500 mg daily – though some individuals may experience side effects at higher dosage levels. Please be aware that it does contain caffeine; individuals sensitive to caffeine or taking medications such as ACE inhibitors or SSRI’s should avoid it as this supplement contains caffeine.
Ganoderma lucidum, commonly referred to in China as Lingzhi mushroom, has long been recognized as an ancient medicinal plant and widely utilized by traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to improve general health and extend lifespan. Additionally, this mushroom is revered as a spiritual herb used for ceremonies dating back millennia; and prized ingredients in herbal products and supplements alike. Furthermore, Lingzhi mushrooms contain polysaccharides like beta-glucans with antifungal and antibacterial properties, which have also proven effective against tumor growth while decreasing inflammation and increasing immune function – making them prized ingredients in herbal products and supplements alike!
Studies have demonstrated EGCG to have a substantial effect on fat metabolism and body weight regulation for humans, mice and rats alike. Studies have revealed that it promotes fatty acid oxidation in liver cells while increasing expressions of insulin receptors and glycogen synthase kinase enzymes; reduce formation of triglycerides thus decreasing levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in blood; furthermore it reduces abdominal fat accumulation as well as suppress adipose cell proliferation.
One study involved healthy individuals who weren’t regular green tea drinkers taking either green tea extract with caffeine or a placebo, with results showing that green tea extract significantly increased resting energy expenditure while caffeine alone did not. Furthermore, green tea extract also led to modest weight loss – although these studies utilized green tea extract containing high concentrations of EGCG which may contribute to its weight loss properties as well as other factors like caffeine which could play a part.
An innovative beverage has been created, combining the natural fat-burning power of green tea with that of reishi mushrooms for maximum fat burning effects. The delicious and nutritious beverage can be consumed either hot or cold; its formula has been patented, and currently available in the US as ORGANO Organic Green Tea + Reishi.
This unique beverage combines unfermented green tea and red Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), known for its mild flavour, for an enjoyable yet nutritious beverage. You can serve it hot or chilled and can use it to start your day right or simply as an alternative to coffee or soda!


