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Turkey tail (Trametes versicolor)
Immunity · Cancer adjunct · Gut
Tier 3 — Trending
What it is
A medicinal mushroom whose active compounds are approved as cancer treatment support in Japan. Western clinical trials are limited but growing. A 2024 pilot study showed improved gut bacteria diversity in breast cancer survivors after chemotherapy. Generally well tolerated. Choose extracts standardized for the active compounds PSK and PSP.
Efficacy
2/5
Safety
4/5
Research
2/5
Onset
2/5
Cost
3/5
Drug-int.
4/5
Dose
1,000–3,000 mg/day standardised PSK/PSP extract
Time of day & tips
Take with water, with or without food. Any time of day is fine. Ensure the product is standardised for PSK or PSP content.
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