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Turkey Tail Mushroom

Trametes versicolor

Immune-modulating mushroom rich in PSK and PSP polysaccharides

About Turkey Tail Mushroom

Turkey tail gets its name from its colorful, fan-like appearance resembling a wild turkey's tail. It contains powerful immune-modulating polysaccharides PSK (polysaccharide-K) and PSP (polysaccharide-peptide) that have been extensively researched and are approved as adjunct cancer therapies in Japan and China.

Key benefits

  • May support robust immune system function
  • Contains PSK and PSP compounds studied for immune modulation
  • Rich in prebiotics that support gut microbiome health
  • Traditionally used to support overall vitality and resilience

How to use

Take as a powdered extract (1-2 tsp daily), capsules (1-3 g daily), or brewed as tea by simmering for 20-30 minutes. Can be combined with other medicinal mushrooms.

Did you know?

Turkey tail is the subject of over 400 clinical studies and is one of the most extensively researched medicinal mushrooms—it's approved as a prescription medicine in Japan where it's used alongside conventional treatments.

Remedies that use Turkey Tail Mushroom