Evidence supporting the use of: Coriolus mushroom
For the body system: Lymphatics

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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Coriolus mushroom, also known as Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor), has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, especially in East Asia. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is called Yun Zhi and is believed to support general vitality and immune health, which practitioners often associate with a healthy lymphatic system. However, while Coriolus has been studied scientifically for its potential immunomodulatory effects—primarily due to polysaccharopeptides like PSP and PSK—direct evidence specifically linking its use to support of the lymphatic system is limited. Most modern research focuses on its ability to modulate immune responses, particularly in the context of adjunct cancer therapy, rather than on explicit effects on lymphatic function or lymph flow.

The rationale for its traditional use in supporting the lymphatics likely stems from the broader traditional association between immune health and the lymphatic system, as the latter is pivotal in immune surveillance. Despite this, robust clinical evidence directly supporting Coriolus for lymphatic health is lacking. Thus, the use of Coriolus mushroom for the lymphatic system is justified by traditional use rather than strong scientific validation, and the available evidence for this specific application is modest.

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Other body systems supported by coriolus mushroom

Gastrointestinal Tract
Immune System
Lungs
Lymphatics
Respiratory System
Spleen

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