The Coriolus Versicolor mushroom, commonly known as turkey tail mushroom, has been a popular medicinal herb for centuries, particularly in China. Generally known to support the immune system and promote good health, the turkey tail is abundant in forests around the world. Over the years, Chinese herbalists have associated turkey tail mushrooms with a string of health benefits. Research shows that the mushroom contains Polysaccharide K (PSK), Polysaccharide-peptide (PSP), making extracts of Coriolus on of the most prominently used immune support supplement in the US and Japan. Herbalists use turkey tail mushrooms by extracting their nutritional compounds so they can be formed into supplements. Consuming it dry and raw isn’t really advisable—you won’t get to take full advantage of its benefits that way. If you’re curious about how Coriolus Versicolor mushrooms are extracted for medicinal supplements and, perhaps, want to try it out for yourself, here’s how: Hot Water Extraction For this procedure, you’ll need the Coriolus Versicolor mushrooms, a pot, a stove, and water. The first step is to fill the pot three-quarters full of water, which you should then bring to a boil. Next, turn the heat down, add the turkey tail mushroom to the water; then cover the pot. Let the water simmer gently; make sure not to bring the water to boil again. Stir the mushrooms from time to time throughout the brewing process. To get the Coriolus Versicolor extract, the mushroom should be brewed for three to four hours, or until half of the water in the pot has evaporated. After that, the remaining water should look dark and black with a strong and bitter taste—this is your turkey tail hot water extract. To prolong the hot water extract’s life, refrigerate it. Alcohol Extraction Alcohol extraction simply does not work. The only way to provide a guaranteed potency of Coriolus Versicolor extract is through hot water extraction. It is very important to look for the guaranteed potency levels of Coriolus Versicolor extract that should be listed directly on the supplement bottle when purchasing. If you are unsure of which brand is best, please search on Google or consult someone with more experience. There is a big difference between supplements with guaranteed levels of Coriolus Versicolor extract and supplements that do not list the guaranteed levels.
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