Turkey Tail Capsules Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Turkey Tail Capsules against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Turkey Tail Capsules is a dietary supplement by Real Mushrooms with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, used alongside cancer care, gut and digestive health.Based on those ingredients, 461 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Turkey Tail Capsules by Real Mushrooms
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product has one active ingredient: beta-glucans from turkey tail mushroom. Beta-glucans are naturally occurring compounds in the mushroom that your body can use for immune and cardiovascular support.
The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — hypromellose, silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, and stearic acid — which are binders and fillers that hold the supplement together.
Does it work?
Not established
Beta-glucans from turkey tail show strong evidence for two areas: dyslipidemia (high cholesterol or triglycerides) and coronary heart disease are both rated Likely Effective. That means clinical research supports their use for these conditions.
Keep in mind that a supplement is one tool — it works best alongside diet, exercise, and any medications your doctor has prescribed.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Beta-glucans from food sources are generally well tolerated, and most people don't experience problems. That said, concentrated supplements like this one don't have as much safety data as whole foods do, so use caution if you're new to them.
During breastfeeding, there's little research on supplement doses, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this while nursing. Topical beta-glucan products have caused mild, self-limiting skin reactions in some users, though this is a capsule taken by mouth.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check any blood pressure medications or immunosuppressant drugs you take. Beta-glucans may lower blood pressure further and could interfere with immune-suppressing therapy.
Use the search tool on this page to verify your specific medications before you begin.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Turkey Tail Capsules may help with cholesterol and heart health if the evidence-supported benefits appeal to you. If you take blood pressure medications or immunosuppressants, check your exact drugs with our tool before starting — this product could affect how they work.
A quick conversation with your pharmacist will clarify whether it's right for your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 2025.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Turkey Tail Capsules, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Real Mushrooms |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 628110068279 |
| Net contents | 300 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 327058 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Turkey Tail Capsules by Real Mushrooms, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Beta-1,3-1,6-Glucan | 300 mg | -- |
| Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Silicon Dioxide, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid
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Formulation
Our quality commitment to you 3rd party lab verified for quality Hot water extracted for improved bioavailability
Our guarantee: This product is verified for active compounds.
There are no added starch, grains or mycelium.
Gluten free Non GMO
Vegan
Immune support Quality grown Verified for active compounds
Formula
Guaranteed potency: 30% beta-glucans per capsule
Mushroom extract powder
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Adults take 3 capsules per day.
Storage
Storage: Store in a cool dry place with the lid securely closed.
Precautions
Warning: Keep out of reach of children.
Consult a physician if you are pregnant or nursing; have or had a medical condition; or are taking prescription drugs.
Warning: Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the state of California to cause birth defects or reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Vegan
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General Statements
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FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Turkey Tail Capsules by Real Mushrooms label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Turkey Tail Capsules by Real Mushrooms
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Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract
Interacts with187 drugs
Turkey tail is a woodland mushroom rich in polysaccharides like beta-glucans, and it is mainly used to support the immune system. Some of its purified...
Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Silicon Dioxide, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Turkey Tail Capsules by Real Mushrooms Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Real Mushrooms Turkey Tail Capsules contains beta-glucans (a key compound from turkey tail mushroom), which has documented interactions with two medication types.
The most serious concern is with blood pressure medications (antihypertensives) — beta-glucans may lower your blood pressure further, which could push it too low. This is a Moderate-severity interaction.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Beta-glucans also interact with immunosuppressant drugs (medications that calm down your immune system) at Moderate severity. Research suggests beta-glucans stimulate immune activity, which could theoretically work against the effects of these medications.
We could not check the turkey tail mushroom extract component itself — it's listed as a blend, and we hold no separate interaction data for it. Altogether, these interactions span 287 individual medications.
Use the medication checker on this page to look up your exact drugs before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Turkey Tail Capsules interact with 461 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Turkey Tail Capsules interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Abrocitinib interactionTurkey Tail Mushroom ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the polysaccharide peptide (PSP) component of turkey tail mushroom might inhibit CYP2C9.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Turkey Tail Mushroom ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking turkey tail mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Acebutolol interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Acetazolamide interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Turkey Tail Mushroom ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking turkey tail mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Turkey Tail Mushroom ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking turkey tail mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Albiglutide interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, beta-glucans might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Alemtuzumab interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Aliskiren interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Turkey Tail Mushroom ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking turkey tail mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Turkey Tail Mushroom ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking turkey tail mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Turkey Tail Mushroom ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking turkey tail mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionTurkey Tail Mushroom ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the polysaccharide peptide (PSP) component of turkey tail mushroom might inhibit CYP2C9.
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Turkey Tail Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Beta-1,3-1,6-glucanAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking beta-glucans with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Beta-1,3-1,6-glucan + Ammonium Chloride interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Turkey Tail Capsules with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking turkey tail mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that turkey tail mushroom and a polysaccharide component can have hypoglycemic effects.
Cyclophosphamide
Theoretically, the polysaccharide peptide (PSP) component of turkey tail mushroom might increase exposure to cyclophosphamide.
Some animal research shows that the PSP component of turkey tail mushroom can increase the area under the concentration-time curve (AUC) of cyclophosphamide by 44% to 50% and the half-life by 34% to 43%. This interaction could potentially increase the effects and adverse effects of cyclophosphamide. However, it is not known whether PSP affects the levels of the active metabolites of cyclophosphamide that are responsible for its clinical activity.
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)
Theoretically, the polysaccharide peptide (PSP) component of turkey tail mushroom might interfere with the absorption of tamoxifen.
Animal research suggests that PSP increases the time to reach maximum concentration of a single dose of tamoxifen by about 9.5 hours, or 228%. When repeated doses of tamoxifen were given, the time to reach maximum concentration was increased by about 5.6 hours, or 93%. However, PSP did not affect the maximum concentration or the area under the curve of tamoxifen.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, the polysaccharide peptide (PSP) component of turkey tail mushroom might inhibit CYP2C9.
Laboratory research suggests that the PSP component of turkey tail mushroom dose-dependently inhibits CYP2C9. Theoretically, taking PSP with drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 might increase drug levels and the risk of adverse effects. However, this has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Turkey Tail Capsules, from the product label.
Real Mushrooms
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- Real Mushrooms Inc.
- Street Address
- 908 17 Ave SW, Suite 303
- City
- Calgary
- ZipCode
- AB T2T 0A3
- Phone Number
- 1-800-263-4387
- Web Address
- realmushrooms.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Turkey Tail Capsules’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Turkey Tail Mushroom
Interacts with 187 drugsTurkey tail is a woodland mushroom rich in polysaccharides like beta-glucans, and it is mainly used to support the immune system. Some of its purified extracts (PSK and PSP) have been studie...
Read the full Turkey Tail Mushroom monograph → Herb & supplement monographBeta-glucans
Interacts with 293 drugsBeta-glucans are natural fibers found in oats, barley, mushrooms, and yeast. The strongest evidence supports the oat and barley types for modestly lowering cholesterol and blood sugar, while...
Read the full Beta-glucans monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Turkey Tail Capsules's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 26 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Beta-glucans 11 references
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- McFarlin BK, Carpenter KC, Davidson T, McFarlin MA. Baker's yeast beta glucan supplementation increases salivary IgA and decreases cold/flu symptomatic days after intense exercise. J Diet Suppl. 2013;10(3):171-83. PubMed
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- Mah E, Kaden VN, Kelley KM, Liska DJ. Beverage containing dispersible yeast ß-glucan decreases cold/flu symptomatic days after intense exercise: a randomized controlled trial. J Diet Suppl 2020;17(2):200-10. PubMed
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Turkey Tail Mushroom 15 references
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- Tsujitani, S., Kakeji, Y., Orita, H., Watanabe, A., Kohnoe, S., Baba, H., Anai, H., Maehara, Y., and Sugimachi, K. Postoperative adjuvant immunochemotherapy and infiltration of dendritic cells for patients with advanced gastric cancer. Anticancer Res 199
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