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Triterpenes - Action and Properties<\/h1>\n

Triterpenes are a group of organic compounds that occur naturally in many plants and fungi, such as Reishi<\/a> (Ganoderma lucidum<\/a><\/em>). They are among the most important bioactive components that give medicinal plants and mushrooms their health-promoting properties. Triterpenes exhibit a wide spectrum of actions, from anti-inflammatory to anticancer to immune system support. In this article, we'll take a closer look at what triterpenes are, their properties and how they can support the body's health.<\/p>\n

What Are Triterpenes?<\/h2>\n

Triterpenes are compounds made up of six isoprene units, giving a total of 30 carbon atoms in their structure. They are a subclass of terpenes - one of the largest groups of natural organic compounds. They are found mainly in plants, fungi and some animal species, and their function is to protect against pathogen attacks and regulate biological processes.<\/p>\n

In the context of mushrooms such as Reishi (Ganoderma<\/a> lucidum<\/em>), triterpenes play a key role in their health-promoting effects, being responsible for a number of medicinal properties.<\/p>\n

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Triterpenes - Chemical Composition<\/h2>\n

Triterpenes are complex compounds that can be divided into different subgroups, depending on their chemical structure. The most important triterpenes found in Reishi are:<\/p>\n