Mushroom supplement shows promise for fatty liver in new trial

NCT ID NCT07534241

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This 12-week study tests whether reishi mushroom supplements can improve liver health in 102 adults with metabolic fatty liver disease. Participants will take reishi mushroom powder or a placebo, alongside a probiotic-rich diet. Researchers will measure changes in liver enzymes, cholesterol, and inflammation to see if the supplement offers any benefit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) dried powder

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help manage fatty liver disease and reduce the need for medications.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 102 people. The supplement may not work better than placebo, and results may not apply to everyone with fatty liver disease.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Sana Noreen

    RECRUITING

    Lahore, 54000, Pakistan

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