Oyster Mushroom Cut/Powder/ Extract

Research shows that whole foods with fiber, such as mushrooms, provide several health effects with few calories, making them a good choice for a healthy eating pattern. Several studies have associated a higher intake of fiber with better heart health.

Authors of one study specifically said that fiber in vegetables and other foods makes them attractive targets for disease prevention and reduction of risk of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease.

Oyster mushrooms may enhance immune function, according to a small study published in 2016. For the study, participants ingested an oyster mushroom extract for eight weeks. At the study's end, researchers found evidence that the extract might have immune-enhancing effects.

Another study reported that oyster mushrooms contain compounds that act as immunomodulators to help to regulate the immune system.

Some preliminary research indicates that oyster mushrooms may possess cancer-fighting properties. A 2012 study demonstrated that an oyster mushroom extract might suppress breast cancer and colon cancer growth and spread in human cells. Research is ongoing, with scientists suggesting that more studies are needed to understand the relationship fully.