Does Reishi help with anxiety?
Yes, for most people. 90% of 29 people who reported on Reishi for anxiety say it improved. 0% noticed no change and 10% say it got worse. That is above the typical result for anxiety (85% across 95 options).
Anxiety: what users report
90%better29 reports · medium confidence
26 better0 no change3 worse
Ranked #42 of 95 for anxiety.
What people say about Reishi and anxiety
“Anecdotally I notice a reduction in libido and pleasure from EC, Reishi causes me anxiety and low mood the next day.”
“I have found that the Reishi spores enable me to not absorb stress at work, which is great that it helps to not get distracted and aid focus.”
“I'm having wonderful luck with reishi! Its helped my anxiety, inflammation & sleep cycle regulation”
What the research says
BResearch: Moderate9 meta-analyses · 3 trials on PubMed
None of the top reviews we found look specifically at anxiety. See all research on Reishi.
Side effects people mention
low mood 2stomach upset 1vertigo 1dht inhibition 1dht suppression 1
What else is Reishi used for?
Information only — not medical advice. How we count