Pig's ear

Evidence limited to in vitro/animal studies of antioxidant and anti-aging effects. Human data lacking.

Benefits

Valued as nutritious edible. Preclinical extracts/polysaccharides may possess antioxidant
anti-aging
mild cytotoxic properties. Not supported by human trials.

Key compounds

Polysaccharidesergosterol derivativesphenolics

May help with

antioxidant
nutritional
anti-aging

Best for these goals

antioxidantnutritionalanti-aging

How to use it

Cooked food

Evidence level

Limited

Cautions & interactions

Safe when cooked; allergic reactions can occur. Conservation concern in some regions. | Consult clinician: Mushroom allergies; pregnant/nursing caution.

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