Vertigo Reaction is a concept that not limited to Chinese Medicine, where the symptoms of the disease will become 'worse' before they become 'better', for the reason that the "causes of the diseases" are being eliminated. After taking ganoderma for few days, slight Vertigo Reactions may be encountered by a person. The Vertigo Reaction is not a side effect and the reaction will be different for each individual. Not everyone will experience this reaction, as it depends on the amount of 'toxins' in the body that are being eliminated. Nine out of ten peoples (about 90%) who have consumed ganoderma may have these reactions. Peoples who have experienced Vertigo Reactions will see faster results from consuming ganoderma, compared to the peoples who do not have the reaction. Only very healthy peoples (about 10%) who have consumed ganoderma will not suffer from Vertigo Reaction.
Our body pH level is 7.35 in order to classify as healthy body. When an acidic constitution changes to an alkaline one (on improving condition), the toxic substances within the body are being discharged. At this moment, different reactions will appear, symptoms vary from one individual to another; for some they may be gentle, for others they may be more severe. It depends on one's body constitution. When the symptoms disappear, one may be feel the body are more comfortable and energetic, compared to before the vertigo reaction.
i. Flatulence/Passing out gas
One may have flatulent/pass out gas released many times a day for about a week or so. (A sign of toxic and trapped gas being eliminated from our congested colon and tissues)
ii. Frequent bowel movements
Watery, smelly and black stools may be experienced for a number of days. This bowel movement reaction may sometimes be up to 3-4 times a day. (A sign of colon cleansing)
iii. Perspiration
Those who seldom perspire will now sweat it out even in a cool environments. Others may find themselves perspiring more. (A sign of skin cleansing)
iv. Discharging of clots
Whatever 'blockages' are in the womb, uterus and cervix, the vertigo reaction happened as flushed out in the form of blood clots, extra menstrual flow, white/brown discharged for a number of days. (A sign of reproductive organ cleansing)
v. Phlegm and mucus discharged
Ganoderma is indeed very helpful for asthma and bronchitis sufferers. More phlegm and mucus will be discharged.
Ganoderma is also helpful for those who have sinus. Persistent running nose and itchy nostril will occur for a few weeks. Do not attempt to stop the running nose reaction, as this is only temporary. In some cases, blood tainted phlegm and mucus are been discharged, a sign of final cleansing from the nose. (A sign of respiratory system cleansing)
vi. More urination
Dark colored urine will be passed out in advanced condition of high uric level and kidney malfunction. The color will become clearer as the condition improves. (A sign of kidney and bladder cleansing)
vii. Itchiness/Rashes
If the lymphatic vessels are contaminated with 'toxins', bacteria or virus, rashes will appear on the skin. Itchiness over the lymph nodes area will cause some discomfort for a few days (depending on the level of contamination). If itchiness is unbearable, one may apply ointment for quick relief. (A sign of lymphatic vessels cleansing)
viii. Dark stools and / or blood traces in stool
Alcohol harms the liver and may eventually lead to liver cirrhosis. Gandoerma is able to remove 'toxins' caused by alcohol eventually to allow cells in the liver to regenerate and become normal again. Reactions such as dark and blood tainted stools can be seen passing out for a number a days. However, bowel movement will resume its normal form once this vertigo reaction is over. (A sign of liver cleansing)
ix. Other general Vertigo Reaction
Better sleep, increased energy level, sleepiness, fever are some of them
The indication might not be definite, some of them are:
i. Acidic constitution :
a. Very sleepy, even in the day time
b. Thirsty and dry mouth
c. Urination at night and flatulence with frequent farts
ii. Hypertension : heaviness in the head, which may last for 1-2 weeks
iii. Anemia : nose bleeding, more frequent happening on women
iv. Gastric : feeling heat sensational in the chest, poor appetite & pain at the location of gastric ulcer
v. Gastroptosis (abnormal downward displacement of the stomach) : feeling heavy in the stomach and hiccup
vi. Cirrhosis of the liver : stool with blood stain.
vii. Kidney disease : slight edema in the face
viii. Diabetes : blood sugar may rise, slight edema in the hands and feet
ix. Hemorrhoid's : bleeding may occur occasionally
Length of Vertigo Reaction : a gentle reaction may last 2-5 days; a severe one will last for 7-30 days. Some may experience the reaction 3-10 days after beginning consuming ganoderma. Some may have the reaction 2-3 months later. The reaction may recur, unless the pH level has been tuned to optimum level or the 'toxins' in the body have been completed purged.
If the reaction is serious or persist for long time, reduce the dosage or see a doctor to relieve the symptoms first, then continue to consume until the reaction subsides.