What is the recommended dosage for Maitake Mushroom?

General: 1-3 g/day; Md Fraction: 35-70 mg/day MD-Fraction extract

What are the side effects of Maitake Mushroom?

Potential side effects include: Generally well tolerated, Mild gastrointestinal effects at high doses, Potential hypoglycemia.

What is maitake and how does it support immune health?

Maitake (Grifola frondosa) is an edible mushroom containing D-fraction beta-glucans that have been studied for their potential to activate macrophages, dendritic cells, and natural killer cells. It is one of the more researched medicinal mushrooms for immune support.

What dosage of maitake has been used in clinical trials?

Studies have used maitake D-fraction extract at doses of 35–100 mg per day, or whole maitake powder at 3–7 g per day. Clinical data in humans remains limited compared to preclinical studies.

What are the potential side effects of maitake?

Maitake is generally well tolerated as a food and supplement. Mild gastrointestinal effects may occur. It may lower blood sugar and blood pressure, so individuals on diabetes or blood pressure medications should consult a healthcare provider.

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Также известен как: Grifola frondosa, Hen of the Woods, D-Fraction, MD-Fraction

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Maitake (Grifola frondosa) contains MD-Fraction (beta-1,6/1,3-glucan) that activates macrophages, dendritic cells, and NK cells via Dectin-1 and complement receptor 3. It enhances Th1 cytokine response while modulating Th2 response. Licensed as a cancer adjunctive treatment in Japan.

How It Works

MD-Fraction (beta-1,6/1,3-glucan) activates macrophages, dendritic cells, and NK cells via Dectin-1 and complement receptor 3; enhances Th1 cytokine response (IL-12, IFN-gamma) while modulating Th2 response.

Evidence For Conditions

Состояние	Оценка	Исследования	Участники
Immune Aging (Immunosenescence)	C	3	100	Подробнее →

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated
Mild gastrointestinal effects at high doses
Potential hypoglycemia

Drug & Supplement Interactions

Diabetes medications (may lower blood sugar)
Anticoagulants (may increase bleeding risk)
Immunosuppressant medications (may counteract immunosuppression)

Всегда сообщайте лечащему врачу обо всех принимаемых добавках.

Related Ingredients

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Основные факты

Дозировка: General: 1-3 g/day; Md_Fraction: 35-70 mg/day MD-Fraction extract
Формы выпуска: capsule powder liquid extract whole mushroom
Природные источники: Wild or cultivated Grifola frondosa
Верхний предел: No established UL
Лучшее время приёма: With or without food

Обзор доказательной базы

Immune Aging (Immunosenescence) C

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