Wild Turkey Tail

Turkey Tail Mushroom (Wild)

General Information 

Turkey tail mushrooms are multicolored fungi that grow on tree trunks and fallen trees in wooded areas. They have been used in centuries for treating a variety of health concerns and diseases in Eastern medicine

Turkey tail mushrooms have a number of helpful benefits for the body

This mushroom contains an impressive array of antioxidants, including phenols and flavonoids. These compounds help inhibit or reduce damage caused by oxidative stress. Phenol and flavonoid antioxidants promote immune system health by reducing inflammation and stimulating the release of protective compounds

Applications

Turkey tail is commonly used in tandem with traditional treatments like chemotherapy as a natural way to fight certain cancers. One study revealed that adding Turkey tail mushrooms to a patient’s treatment diet, along with radiation and chemotherapy, helps reduce recidivism rates of gastric, breast, colorectal and lung cancers by boosting overall immune system health and performance during treatment. Another review of more than 10 studies found that patients given 1–3.6 grams of Turkey tail mushroom per day along with conventional treatment had a significant survival advantage. This study also showed that people with cancer treated with Turkey tail and chemotherapy experienced a 9% reduction in five-year mortality compared to chemotherapy alone

The compounds in Turkey tail may also offer benefits for gut health. This mushroom contains fiber, which is an indigestible part of plant foods that helps maintain healthy digestion. Also, it keeps gut microbiome balanced by suppressing harmful bacteria and increasing beneficial bacteria. A healthy colony of bacteria in the gut can help prevent disease and support the immune system

Content

Since Turkey tail is full of antioxidants such as flavonoids and phenols, it may be helpful for reducing inflammation

One other component of turkey tail which is called protein-bound beta-glucan could also help prevent obesity

One research showed that turkey tail extract improved exercise performance and reduced fatigue

It should be considered that turkey tail is a fungus, so anyone with a mushroom or mold allergy should not use it

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