Turkey Tail -Trametes versicolor
by Dipaunka Macrides, The Herbalist Naturopathic Clinic
Turkey Tail - Trametes versicolor : Rich in antioxidants, Immune booster, anti cancer, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, lowers cholesterol, assists with bone growth
Turkey tail mushrooms are rich in vitamins and minerals , thus improve the health and add greatly to the nutritional content of the diet. They are great sources of potassium as well as riboflavin. The content of niacin in this type of mushroom is also very high. Turkey tail mushrooms also contain pantothenic acid, phosphorus, and even copper.
The strong anti-viral and anti-microbial properties of Turkey tail mushrooms, help fight various infections caused by microbes, including common cold and flu. They greatly improve the immune system.
Turkey tail mushrooms may help cancer patients who are going through chemotherapy. Since chemotherapy suppresses the immune system, the hope is that turkey tail mushroom builds the immune system up to better handle the weakness that chemo often causes.
Turkey tail mushroom, may help heal infections, such as an oral strain of the human papillomavirus (HPV), The antiviral properties of Turkey Tail may also be useful in HIV/AIDS protocols.
Turkey tail mushrooms help in mitigating and reducing the level of LDL or bad cholesterol in the cardiovascular system.
Turkey tail mushrooms contain PSK (protein-bound polysaccharide krestin ) and PSP (polysaccharide peptide). These are known for their immunomodulating properties and have been claimed to be the active constituents in turkey tail mushrooms that fight off cancer cells. Turkey tail mushrooms are also rich in numerous other antioxidants, which support the immune system.
Turkey tail mushrooms are also rich in Minerals and Vitamis, both of which are necessary for proper healthy cell function.