Ling Zhi = Spiritual Mushroom
Sweet & Neutral (but I licked it, and it sure is bitter!)
Heart & Liver & Lung
3-15 grams decocted, 1.5 - 3 grams in pills and powders
Caution in patients with excess conditions
There have been disagreements as to the potency of Ling Zhi, but some have really set forth some magnificent claims to its powers: "Long term consumption will lighten the body and prevent aging, extend one's life, and make one an immortal."
Specific Indications:
1. Calms the Spirit / Augments Heart Qi / Tonifies Heart Blood - can be used solo for this
* insomnia
* fright
* palpitations
* forgetfulness
(all above associated with insufficient heart qi and blood - therefore the spirit is malnourished)
2. Tonifies Lung Qi / Transforms Phlegm / Stops Cough & Wheezing - can be used solo for this
* cough and wheezing from cold from deficiency or phlegm-damp
* asthma
3. Tonifies Qi / Nourishes Blood (immune enhancer) - can also be used solo for this
* deficiency consumption w/ SOB
* lack of appetite - weak digestion
* icy extremities or irritability with a dry mouth
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