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Source of validity: Traditional
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Mushrooms, as a general category (unspecified species), have a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, especially within Eastern practices like Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. They have often been considered "adaptogens," a term used for natural substances thought to help the body resist stressors and promote balance, including adrenal function. Specific mushrooms such as Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), Cordyceps, and Maitake have been traditionally employed to support energy, stamina, and the body’s response to stress, which are functions commonly associated with adrenal gland health. However, the use of “unspecified mushrooms” as an adrenal support is based mainly on broad traditional beliefs about their adaptogenic qualities rather than on rigorous scientific evidence. While some preclinical and limited human studies suggest that certain mushrooms may have stress-modulating or immune-boosting effects, there is a lack of robust, high-quality clinical studies specifically linking generic (unspecified) mushroom use to direct support or improvement of adrenal gland function. Therefore, the justification for using unspecified mushrooms for adrenal support is rooted primarily in tradition rather than established scientific validation.

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