Herbs

GBS 82

Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor)

Mechanism of Action

Immune modulation via PSK/PSP (polysaccharide-K/peptide); supports gut microbiome, cancer adjunct

Primary Applications

Immune support

Cancer adjunct (especially with chemo)

HPV

Gut health

Recommended Dosage

1000-3000mg/day (extract standardized to PSK/PSP)

Available Forms

Turkey tail mushroom extract (fruiting body)

Top Brands

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Synergies

Works synergistically with:

Reishi

Astragalus

Medicinal mushrooms

Vitamin D

Natural Food Sources

Mushroom (traditionally decocted)

Interactions

May interact with immunosuppressants

Contraindications

Autoimmune disease (caution)

Clinical Notes

Best-studied medicinal mushroom for cancer (PSK approved in Japan); immune modulating; supports gut microbiome

Conditions This Helps

Chronic EBV / Mono Reactivation Cancer (Integrative Support)HPV (Natural Clearance Support)IBS / SIBO / Leaky Gut

Quick Overview

CategoryHerbs

GBS Score82/100

IDH019

Key Points

Evidence-based dosing

Mechanism documented

Interaction screening

Synergy optimization

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