Maitake Mushroom Powder (Fruiting Body)

What is Maitake Mushroom Powder? Maitake (Grifola frondose) is a type of mushroom. Maitake mushroom is a fungus that has been eaten as food in Asia for thousands of years. It forms large clumps on tree stumps and tree roots. It was first used in Asian traditional medicine. Maitake mushrooms powder contains polysaccharides, including beta-glucan, which is a soluble fiber. It has a robust, earthy flavor and fragrance. It contains chemicals that might help fight tumors, stimulate the immune system, and lower blood sugar levels. People use maitake mushrooms for enlarged ovaries with cysts, diabetes, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Maitake Mushroom Powder Benefits: Maitake mushroom powder can help to reduce cholesterol, improving artery functionality and overall cardiovascular health to lower the risk for heart disease. The polysaccharides in maitake can reduce LDL cholesterol without affecting your triglyceride or HDL chol