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Oyster mushroom extract (Pleurotus ostreatus)
Cholesterol · Immunity · Antioxidant
Tier 3 — Trending
What it is
Contains lovastatin naturally, the same compound in prescription statin drugs. Small trials show modest cholesterol reduction and immune stimulation. The extract delivers higher beta-glucan concentrations than eating the mushroom. Very safe as food; evidence as a supplement is limited. Additive with statin drugs.
Efficacy
2/5
Safety
4/5
Research
2/5
Onset
2/5
Cost
3/5
Drug-int.
3/5
Dose
500–1,000 mg/day extract or 10–15 g/day fresh mushroom; contains natural lovastatin — additive effect with statin drugs
Time of day & tips
Take with food. Always cook the mushroom — raw consumption risks a skin rash. Inform your doctor if on statin or cholesterol-lowering drugs — natural lovastatin is additive.
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