Description

What is turkey tail mushroom extract powder?

Turkey tail (Coriolus versicolor) is a mushroom. It contains polysaccharide peptide (PSP) and polysaccharide krestin (PSK), which are used as medicine.

Turkey tail mushroom grows on stumps and the decomposing wood of trees. The PSP and PSK in turkey tail mushroom might help slow cancer growth and boost the immune system.

People use turkey tail mushroom to improve response to cancer medicines and radiation. It is also used for muscle strength, fatigue, UTIs, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Turkey Tail mushroom extract refers to a concentrated form of the Turkey Tail mushroom (Trametes versicolor), often in the form of a powder or liquid, derived from the mushroom’s fruiting body. It’s a popular supplement known for its potential health benefits, particularly its immune-boosting and antioxidant properties. The extract contains various bioactive compounds like polysaccharides (including PSP and PSK), which are believed to be responsible for these benefits.