Herbal EncyclopediaTurkey Tail
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Turkey tail is a medicinal mushroom that’s full of antioxidants and other compounds. Evidence shows it may help fortify your immune system, maintain healthy gut bacteria, and support the treatment of some cancers.
Turkey tail contains a wide variety of phenol and flavonoid antioxidants which help promote your immune system health by reducing inflammation and stimulating the release of protective compounds.
Turkey tail mushrooms contain components such as PSK and CVG that may suppress the growth of certain types of cancers.
May also positively impact gut bacterial balance by enhancing the growth of beneficial bacteria while suppressing harmful species.
Botanical Name: Coriolus-Trametes versicolor
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