Evidence supporting the use of: Turkey tail mushroom
For the health condition: Lymphoma

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Turkey tail mushroom (Trametes versicolor) has been studied for its potential immunomodulatory and anticancer properties, largely due to its polysaccharide compounds, especially polysaccharide-K (PSK) and polysaccharide peptide (PSP). These compounds are thought to enhance immune system activity, which may help the body fight certain cancers, including lymphoma.

Clinical studies, mainly from Japan and China, have investigated the use of PSK and PSP as adjuncts to conventional cancer therapies. Some evidence suggests that these extracts may improve survival and immune response in patients with certain solid tumors, such as gastric and colorectal cancers. However, studies specifically addressing lymphoma are limited and mostly preclinical or small in scale. Laboratory and animal studies have shown that turkey tail extracts can modulate immune cell populations and may have direct cytotoxic effects on lymphoma cells, but robust, large-scale clinical trials in humans with lymphoma are lacking.

In summary, while there is scientific rationale and some preliminary evidence for using turkey tail mushroom extracts to support immune function and potentially help in the management of lymphoma, the quality and quantity of direct evidence for lymphoma specifically is limited. Thus, its use is best considered as a complementary approach rather than a primary treatment, and patients should consult with their healthcare provider before use.

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