 The fruiting bodies and mycelial cultures of Lytiporus sulferius have been found to possess a range of therapeutic effects, including antimicrobial, anti-cancer, cytotoxic, hypoglycemic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activity. While only a few wood decay fungi are currently used in medicine, further research on the effectiveness and safety of extracts and compounds from natural sources, such as fungi, is important to fully realize their potential for medical applications. This article was authored by Katarzyna Solkowska-Ziaja, Bozina Masinska, Alitia Gowalska, and others.