🌿 Reishi Mushroom: A Natural Ally for Women Navigating Hormonal Shifts

By Jordan Pearson 

If you've ever felt like your emotions have been on a rollercoaster—especially during menopause or times of hormonal change—you are not alone. Anxiety, mood swings, and fatigue can creep into our daily lives when our hormones shift gears. But nature has its own quiet helpers, and one of the most powerful among them is a mushroom with an ancient history: Reishi.

💭 How Reishi Supports Mood (The Science in Simple Terms)

Reishi works like a gentle adaptogen—meaning it helps the body adapt to stress, both physical and emotional. Think of it like a calming reset button for your nervous system. Here's what research says:

🧠 1. Reishi May Help Ease Anxiety and Fatigue

In a clinical study by Pazzi et al. (2020), women suffering from fibromyalgia and menopausal symptoms took Reishi extract daily for 6 weeks. The results? They reported less anxiety, better sleep, and more energy—all without the side effects of pharmaceuticals.

Reference: Pazzi, F. et al. (2020).

Link: Ganoderma lucidum Effects on Mood and Health-Related Quality of Life in Women with Fibromyalgia

🌡️ 2. It Mimics Estrogen (Without the Risks of HRT)

Reishi contains natural compounds that lightly mimic estrogen, the hormone that dips significantly during menopause. This action can help regulate mood swings and buffer the emotional lows often associated with hormonal decline.

A study by Ye et al. (2021) found that GL-1, a compound isolated from Reishi, acted on estrogen receptors in a balanced way—supporting hormonal mood stability without overstimulation.

Reference: Ye, W.Y. et al. (2021).

Link:https://tandf.figshare.com/articles/journal_contribution/Estrogenic_activities_of_compound_GL-1_isolated_from_i_Ganoderma_lucidum_i_/12933078/1/files/24620463.pdf

💪 3. A Natural Energy and Confidence Boost

Mood and energy are deeply linked. If you’re tired, it’s hard to feel hopeful or motivated. Reishi supports natural mitochondrial energy, the kind that fuels your cells. In the same study by Pazzi and colleagues, women taking Reishi experienced improved quality of life and emotional resilience.

🌸 Who Might Benefit?

Reishi may be ideal for women who:
- Are experiencing perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms
- Want natural mood support without relying solely on pharmaceuticals
- Are navigating anxiety, emotional fatigue, or burnout
- Prefer plant-based and evidence-supported wellness

💊 How Much Should You Take?

Most clinical trials used:
- 500 mg – 6 g/day of Reishi extract or powder
- For at least 4 to 8 weeks

Always look for standardized extracts and consult your doctor if you're on other medications or managing hormonal conditions.

🔬 Want the Science? Here Are More Trusted Sources:

• Shimizu et al. (2009): Estrogen-like activity of Reishi in lab models
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  - Elhassaneen et al. (2016): Reishi improves mood and bone markers in postmenopausal models
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  - Rossi et al. (2018): Beta-glucans from Reishi used in breast cancer-related fatigue
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🌱 Discover our Reishi-infused wellness blends designed to support mood, energy, and hormonal harmony. Click the image below and learn more

PURE JOY Evening blend, a calming mushroom blend that supports overnight recovery . Reishi calms the mind and nervous system, Turkey Tail supports gut health for immunity, and Shiitake provides cellular detox and antioxidant support. Unwind naturally and wake up refreshed.

MIND & MOOD Blend: Reishi & Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract

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💬 Final Thoughts from the PJM team

If you're struggling with mood changes or fatigue—especially during menopause—you don't have to accept it as your “new normal.” Reishi offers a gentle, scientifically-supported way to take back your balance, naturally.

🌿 Nature always had your back. Now, science is proving it.

Written by Giovanna Castagnetti, Co-Founder
Empowering women with clarity, calm, and confidence—one natural remedy at a time.