Who Should Not Take Ganoderma Lucidum Spore Powder?
Aug 30, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Lianqing
Introduction
Generally speaking, there is no specific claim that "four types of people cannot consume Ganoderma lucidum spores powder." However, individuals who are allergic to Ganoderma lucidum spores, those with cold or fever symptoms, people with spleen and stomach deficiency-cold syndrome, children, and individuals currently taking anticoagulant medications are not advised to consume Ganoderma lucidum spores powder. These groups should be clear about their contraindications to avoid any physical discomfort caused by consumption. Other individuals may consume it if needed.
Generally speaking, there is no specific saying about "four types of people who cannot consume Ganoderma lucidum spores powder." However, individuals allergic to Ganoderma lucidum spores, those with colds and fever, people with spleen-stomach deficiency-cold, children, and individuals currently taking anticoagulant medications are advised not to consume Ganoderma lucidum spores. The detailed explanations are as follows:
1. People allergic to Ganoderma lucidum spores: After consuming Ganoderma lucidum spores, the immune system of these individuals may mistakenly identify components such as fungal proteins, triggering an allergic reaction. Common symptoms include skin itching, rashes, urticaria, and in severe cases, symptoms such as laryngeal edema and difficulty breathing may occur, endangering life. Consumption must be strictly avoided.
2. Individuals with colds and fever: During a cold or fever, the body needs to expel external pathogens to recover. Ganoderma lucidum spores have certain nourishing effects, and consuming them at this time may cause pathogens to remain in the body, making them difficult to eliminate, thus worsening fever symptoms, prolonging the course of the illness, and being detrimental to recovery. People with wind-heat type colds should especially avoid consumption. Cold
3. People with spleen-stomach deficiency-cold: Individuals with spleen-stomach deficiency-cold often experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, cold intolerance, poor appetite, and loose stools. The texture of Ganoderma lucidum spores is relatively rich and greasy, and consuming them will increase the digestive burden on the spleen and stomach, further damaging the yang energy of the spleen and stomach, worsening the above-mentioned discomfort symptoms, and affecting the normal digestive and absorptive functions of the gastrointestinal tract.
4. Children: Children's organs are not yet fully developed, and their spleen-stomach functions and metabolic capacities are relatively weak. The nourishing properties of Ganoderma lucidum spores may exceed children's tolerance, and excessive consumption can easily cause gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating and indigestion. It is generally not recommended for children to consume it casually; if necessary, consumption should be under the guidance of professionals.
5. Individuals currently taking anticoagulant medications: For people taking medications such as warfarin or aspirin, Ganoderma lucidum spores may have a mild anticoagulant effect. Consuming them together with these medications may enhance the anticoagulant effect, increasing the risk of bleeding, such as subcutaneous bleeding, nosebleeds, or gum bleeding. It is advisable to avoid simultaneous consumption or adjust usage according to medical advice.
The above-mentioned groups should clearly understand their contraindications to avoid discomfort caused by consuming Ganoderma lucidum spores. Other individuals who wish to consume it should choose an appropriate amount based on their own constitution and preferably use it under the guidance of professionals to ensure safety.
