{"title":"Maitake","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBuy Maitake: Mushroom Extract from the Asian Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaitake (\u003cem\u003eGrifola frondosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is an edible mushroom that has traditionally been used in East Asian cuisine and herbal traditions. The mushroom grows in large, fan-shaped clusters at the base of trees and is known in Japan as the \"dancing mushroom\". Like other mushrooms such as reishi and shiitake, maitake naturally contains beta-glucans, plant fibers that are characteristic of this group. No health claims have been approved for maitake under European legislation, so here we only describe what it is, where it comes from, and the forms in which you can buy it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this range, you will find maitake in a standardized mushroom complex from Swanson, in which maitake is combined with reishi and shiitake in capsule form. If you want to compare individual extracts or other mushrooms, also take a look at our wider collection of mushroom extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is maitake?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaitake is the Japanese name for \u003cem\u003eGrifola frondosa\u003c\/em\u003e, a wood-growing mushroom that grows in the temperate regions of Asia, Europe, and North America. The mushroom does not form a single cap, but a bundle of overlapping, grey-brown fans that together form a large cluster. In the kitchen, maitake is valued for its firm texture and full flavor; as a supplement, the extract of the fruiting bodies is primarily used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does maitake come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, maitake is harvested in the mountain forests of Japan and China, where the mushroom grows at the base of oak trees and other deciduous trees. Today, maitake for supplements and food is mainly cultivated under controlled conditions, so that the quality and origin remain consistent. For extracts, the fruiting bodies are harvested, dried, and processed into powder or standardized extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaitake, reishi, and shiitake: the difference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaitake is often mentioned in the same breath as other mushrooms. Reishi (\u003cem\u003eGanoderma lucidum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a hard, woody mushroom with a bitter taste that is traditionally used as tea or extract. Shiitake (\u003cem\u003eLentinula edodes\u003c\/em\u003e) is the well-known culinary mushroom from Asian cuisine. Maitake stands out because of its fan-shaped growth. In a complex, these three mushrooms are combined, so you will find several types in one capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eForms and variants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaitake is available as a supplement in various forms. Capsules with (standardized) extract are the most practical for daily use and contain a fixed amount per capsule. Maitake is also available as a separate powder, which you can incorporate into drinks or dishes. In this range, you will find maitake as part of a mushroom complex in capsule form, together with reishi and shiitake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are beta-glucans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeta-glucans are natural polysaccharides (a type of soluble fiber) that occur in the cell walls of mushrooms, yeast, and grains. They are characteristic of mushrooms such as maitake, reishi, and shiitake and are often used as a measure of the quality of an extract. On the packaging of standardized extracts, the content of polysaccharides or beta-glucans is sometimes stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage and use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of maitake per serving varies by product and depends on the concentration of the extract. With a mushroom complex in capsule form, you generally take one or several capsules per day with some water. Always follow the stated daily dosage and use maitake as a supplement to a varied diet, not as a replacement for it. For the correct dosage and duration of use, always consult the instructions for use on the packaging of the product in question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen do you take maitake?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can decide exactly when to take maitake; there is no fixed time that is mandatory. Many people take their capsules at a time that is easy to stick to, for example during or just after a meal with some water. Choose a fixed time of day so that you do not forget to take it. Follow the recommended time of intake and daily dosage in the instructions for use on the product packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is maitake interesting for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaitake is popular with people who are interested in mushrooms and want to expand their range with a less well-known type than reishi or shiitake. Because it is a dietary supplement, it is not intended for children, pregnant women, or people who use medication without consulting a doctor. If you are unsure whether maitake is right for you, ask an expert for advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to look for when buying maitake?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen purchasing maitake, pay attention to the form (fruiting body extract versus mycelium), the content per capsule, and whether it is a standardized extract. The origin and brand can also play a role. In this range, you will find maitake from Swanson as part of a combined mushroom complex, so you have maitake, reishi, and shiitake in one product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso view our collections of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/paddenstoel-extracten\"\u003eMushroom Extracts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/reishi\"\u003eReishi\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lions-mane\"\u003eLion's Mane\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cordyceps\"\u003eCordyceps\u003c\/a\u003e for more mushrooms and extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"swanson-maitake-reishi-shiitake-complex-600mg-60-capsules","title":"Maitake, Reishi \u0026 Shiitake Mushroom Complex | 60 capsules | Swanson","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSwanson Mushroom Complex\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003emushroom complex\u003c\/strong\u003e from Swanson combines standardized extracts from three well-known mushrooms: maitake, reishi, and shiitake. Each capsule contains 200 milligrams of each extract, totaling 600 milligrams. What makes it special is that each extract is standardized to a fixed percentage of polysaccharides, the substances mushrooms are best known for. You take one to two capsules per day. One bottle contains 60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe three mushrooms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula contains extracts from three mushrooms, each with a long history in Asian cuisine and herbal traditions. Maitake (Grifola frondosa) is also known in Japan as the 'dancing mushroom'. Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is a woody mushroom that has been widely used since ancient times. You probably know shiitake (Lentinus edodes) from Asian cuisine, where it is popular as an edible mushroom. An extract from each species is used here, not a whole dried mushroom. Each extract provides 200 milligrams per capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStandardized for polysaccharides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word 'standardized' means that an extract contains a fixed, guaranteed amount of a particular substance. In the case of these mushrooms, it refers to polysaccharides, a group of substances that mushrooms contain in large amounts. The maitake extract is standardized to 25 to 30 percent polysaccharides, reishi to 10 percent, and shiitake to 6 percent. This mushroom complex therefore provides a fixed amount of each type, rather than just a quantity of ground mushroom. That is the difference between an extract and regular mushroom powder: with an extract, you know how many polysaccharides it contains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom the whole fruiting body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extracts are derived from the whole fruiting body of the mushroom, that is, the mushroom as you know it, with cap and stem. This is separate from the mycelium, the thread-like network from which a mushroom grows. Polysaccharides, including the well-known beta-glucans, are mainly found in the cell walls of the fruiting body. By using the fruiting body and making a standardized extract from it, the content of these substances is fixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use this complex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou take one to two capsules per day, most easily with a glass of water. The capsule is made of gelatin, an animal-derived material, so this product is not suitable for a strictly plant-based diet. One bottle contains 60 capsules. It is a convenient way to get standardized extracts from three mushrooms at the same time, without having to buy them separately. The distribution is fixed at 200 milligrams of extract per species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mushroom complex from Swanson combines standardized extracts of maitake, reishi, and shiitake in one capsule. Three types, each with a fixed polysaccharide content, totaling 600 milligrams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swanson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47455340462418,"sku":"Swanson-027","price":13.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9006\/2812\/files\/swansontriplemushroomcomplex.jpg?v=1702821520"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.luto-supplements.nl\/en\/collections\/maitake.oembed","provider":"LUTO Supplements","version":"1.0","type":"link"}