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TURKEYTAIL MUSHROOM EXTRACT
Health benefits of eating turkey tail mushroom
The effects of turkey tail mushroom and turkey tail mushroom extracts have been examined extensively across numerous diseases. In particular, turkey tail mushroom extracts seem to have beneficial effects across many different systems in the body and against several diseases, like cancer.
Boosts the immune system. Turkey tail mushrooms and their extracts seem to significantly benefit immune system function. Studies have found that the mushroom extract PSP in particular boosts the activity of several immune cell types, which are essential for fighting off infection.
Helps fight cancer. Much of the research done on turkey tail mushrooms relates to their effect on various cancers, and turkey tail mushroom extracts are even approved as supplementary cancer treatments in Japan and China. Potentially because of their immune-boosting effects, turkey tail mushroom extracts are able to inhibit the growth of certain cancer types.
Protects the liver. Several studies have suggested that turkey tail mushroom extracts may be beneficial for overall liver function, especially in livers damaged by disease. Historically, turkey tail mushrooms have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with liver disorders like jaundice
Improves gut health. There’s some evidence that turkey tail mushrooms may even help with gut health and general metabolism. One study found that PSP in combination with a probiotic helped increase the levels of beneficial bacteria in samples taken from the gut.