Tiger Milk Mushroom
(Lignosus rhinocerus)

Main benefit:
Immunity. Lungs. Inflammation. Recovery. Resilience. Asthma.

Origin and Source:
Known for centuries in traditional Malay and Indigenous Borneo medicine, Lignosus rhinocerus — or Tiger Milk Mushroom — was once so rare it was used only by royalty and shamans. It grows underground in tropical rainforests and was named after folklore claiming it sprouted where a tigress nursed her cubs. At NØØT, we use a standardized, sustainably cultivated extract of the tuber (sclerotium) — rich in beta-glucans, polysaccharides, and bioactive peptides — for broad-spectrum immune and inflammatory support.

NØØT Classification:

Tiger Milk Mushroom is a Core Phytogen, included in NØØT formulas for its unique ability to modulate immunity, calm inflammation, support respiratory and neurological resilience, and restore balance across the gut–lung–brain axis. It is one of the few botanicals that acts as a true bidirectional immune regulator, making it highly valuable in long COVID recovery, autoimmune fatigue, and chronic inflammation states.

Key Benefits and Science

Immune Modulation (Not Suppression)

Acts as an immune normalizer, helping down-regulate overactive immune responses (autoimmunity, allergies) while still enhancing defense.
Supports recovery from immune exhaustion and viral overactivation, without overstimulation.

Respiratory & Lung Support

Traditionally used to support asthma, bronchitis, and post-viral lung inflammation.
Modern studies confirm Tiger Milk’s benefits in promoting lung function, mucus regulation, and airway immunity.

Gut–Lung–Brain Axis & Inflammation

Helps regulate inflammation along interconnected pathways between the gut, lungs, and central nervous system.
Shown to reduce neuroinflammation and gut-derived immune triggers that affect mood, cognition, and respiratory balance.

Neuroprotection & Emotional Resilience

Contains compounds shown to reduce oxidative stress in the brain — making it relevant for those experiencing mental fatigue, mood imbalance, or post-illness brain fog.
Often included in protocols for autoimmune brain-gut syndromes, long COVID neuro symptoms, and trauma-related fatigue.

Longevity & Cellular Balance

Tiger Milk has been studied for its ability to support sirtuin pathways and cellular antioxidant defense, making it a quietly powerful anti-aging phytogen.
Also relevant in detox and skin immunity blends due to its liver–immune axis regulation.

Why It’s Good for You

Tiger Milk Mushroom is a rare botanical that doesn’t just boost — it intelligently balances. If your immune system is overreactive, sluggish, or fatigued from chronic inflammation or illness, this mushroom helps bring you back to center. It’s ideal for those recovering from autoimmune flares, long COVID, persistent fatigue, or simply seeking full-spectrum cellular resilience.

Usage

Used in NØØT formulations focused on immune rhythm, post-viral recovery, inflammation control, and neuroimmune regulation. Often stacked with Lion’s Mane, Rhodiola, Selenium, and phytomelatonin for intelligent defense and recovery.

Why We Include It in NØØT Formulas

Core Phytogen for immune modulation, lung health, and gut–brain resilience
Commonly used in long COVID, asthma, immune burnout, and inflammation recovery stacks
Cruelty-free, sustainably cultivated, and standardized for polysaccharide and peptide content
Third-party tested for purity, bioactivity, and species identity
Included in blends supporting immune intelligence, brain fog reduction, and systemic recovery

📚 Reference Example:

Abdullah N et al. Immunomodulatory effects of Lignosus rhinocerus on human PBMCs. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2012.
Lee ML et al. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of Tiger Milk Mushroom in vitro. J Ethnopharmacol. 2016.
Ng ST et al. Tiger Milk Mushroom: Traditional uses, recent advances, and potential health benefits. Front Pharmacol. 2021.