Medicinal Mushrooms (Reishi, Turkey Tail) Supplements
Traditional / unproven

Medicinal Mushrooms (Reishi, Turkey Tail)

Fungi

Beta-glucans in reishi and turkey tail are studied as immune modulators; turkey tail (PSK) is used alongside chemo in parts of Asia.

Relevant for

GeneralBreastLungBloodLymphoma

  • May support immune cell activity.
  • PSK studied as an adjuvant in gastric cancer in Japan.
  • Antioxidant compounds.

Standardised extracts or teas. Follow product dosing.

NOT a replacement for treatment. Can affect immune-suppressing meds and blood sugar. Quality varies widely between products.

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