Maitake, 300mg, Mushroom Science

For the first time ever in North America, a certified organic Full Spectrum Maitake extract! Known as the "dancing mushroom" in Japan, Maitake has a long history of use both as a medicinal and culinary mushroom. Unlike many standardized supplements, the Maitake beta glucan fractions in this organic Full Spectrum extract are left in their naturally occurring matrix of amino acids, proteins and minerals. Nothing is removed, and nothing is added to detract from the impressive immune support which the Japanese have valued for centuries.

Maitake has a traditionally been recognized as a potent adaptogen, helping to restore balance in many functions and systems of the body. In this way, Maitake is similar to goji berries and the Peruvian Superfood maca. Stress adaptation is closely linked to immunity, so it is no surprise that Maitake also emerges as a powerful immune booster.

All medicinal mushrooms contain a high percentage of polysaccharides in the form of beta glucans, and Maitake is no exception. Each beta glucan has a unique shape, and once a beta-glucan matches up with its matching receptor site on an immune cell, a specific immune response follows. The beta glucans in Maitake have been shown to stimulate immune cells which work to disable and destroy any cells which are compromising our health. Whether foreign microbes drawn to the site of infection, or the body's own cells which are behaving irregularly, Maitake kicks our immunity into high gear.

Maitake helps to build up our immunity, but when faced with a severe health challenge, what recourse exists? Modern studies reveal that Maitake can help to reduce any pain which may result as a consequence of other forms of treatment. Indeed, some studies have shown that Maitake may even increase the effectiveness of concurrent treatments. When we turn to medicinal mushrooms for immune support, we turn to thousands of years of wisdom and practical experience.

The beta glucans found in Maitake are subjected to a hot water extraction process to create this Full Spectrum supplement. For any mushroom polysaccharide, the most effective forms of extraction are those which use a heated liquid solution to crack the cell walls of the fruit body and mycelia. The hot water extraction technique has been used for the past three thousand years to make the polysaccharides found in medicinal mushrooms easier to absorb. Extraction methods employing heated liquid solutions are the only ones used when preparing medicinal mushrooms for modern-day clinical use and research.

Serving Size: 1 Capsule (300 mg)
Servings per Container: 90
Ingredients: Maitake (Grifola fondosa) mushroom extract
30%, 1-6, 1-3 non linear polysaccharide (beta-glucan) from fruiting body
Other Ingredients: Cellulose (capsules)
Suggested Dosage: Adults, take 1-3 capsules twice daily, on an empty stomach

Notice: If pregnant or breast feeding, consult a health professional who has experience with medicinal mushrooms before using this product. Store at room temperature.

Scientific References

Kodama N, Asakawa A, Inui A, Masuda Y, Nanba H.
Enhancement of cytotoxicity of NK cells by D-Fraction, a polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa.
Oncol Rep. 2005 Mar;13(3):497-502.

Kodama N, Murata Y, Nanba H.
Administration of a polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa stimulates immune function of normal mice.
J Med Food. 2004 Summer;7(2):141-5.

Gu CQ, Li J, Chao FH.
Inhibition of hepatitis B virus by D-fraction from Grifola frondosa: synergistic effect of combination with interferon-alpha in HepG2 2.2.15.
Antiviral Res. 2006 Nov;72(2):162-5. Epub 2006 Jun 5.

Kodama N, Komuta K, Sakai N, Nanba H.
Effects of D-Fraction, a polysaccharide from Grifola frondosa on tumor growth involve activation of NK cells.
Biol Pharm Bull. 2002 Dec;25(12):1647-50

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease.