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Maitake
Grifola frondosa
Medicinal Mushroommoderate evidence
Maitake D-fraction, a proteoglycan-bound beta-glucan, activates NK cells, macrophages, and T-cells, inhibits tumour growth, and may enhance chemotherapy effectiveness. Maitake also regulates blood sugar — particularly relevant given insulin's role in promoting cancer.
Medicinal Properties
ImmunomodulatoryAnti-tumourAnti-diabeticAntioxidant
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Cancer Types Studied
BreastProstateBladder
Recommended Dosage
1–3 g Maitake D-fraction extract daily, or 3–7 g whole mushroom powder daily.
Preparations
D-Fraction Extract
1–3 g standardised D-fraction extract daily, 30 min before meals.
Cooked Maitake
Add fresh or dried maitake to soups and stews daily.
NIH / PubMed Research
Links open on PubMed (National Library of Medicine). Research is ongoing — results may not reflect clinical use.
Cautions & Interactions
- May lower blood sugar — monitor in diabetics
- Can lower blood pressure — caution with antihypertensives
- Avoid if allergic to mushrooms
- May interact with blood-thinning medications
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Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use.