Medicinal MushroomHigh GBS Score (81)

Maitake

Grifola frondosa

Tradition of Use: Japanese traditional, TCM (Hui Shu Hua), Western

Mechanism of Action

Immunomodulation via D-fraction, blood sugar regulation, anticancer adjunct

Key Conditions & Uses

Cancer adjunct

immune support

diabetes

high cholesterol

hypertension

obesity

Preparation

Capsule, extract, powder, cooked mushroom

Dosage

1-3g extract or 50-150g fresh mushroom

Active Compounds

Beta-glucans (D-fraction, MD-fraction), polysaccharides

Interactions

May interact with immunosuppressants, diabetes medications, antihypertensives

Contraindications

Autoimmune disorders; surgery; pregnancy (high doses)

Evidence Level & Clinical Notes

Evidence Level:

Good - immune and metabolic effects documented

Clinical Notes:

Dancing mushroom; D-fraction studied for cancer; lowers blood sugar; edible and medicinal

Conditions This Helps

Cancer (Integrative Support)Chronic EBV / Mono Reactivation Type 2 Diabetes Reversal High Cholesterol High Blood Pressure Obesity / Weight Loss Resistance

Used In These Protocols

Immune System Rebuild Protocol

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Quick Overview

TraditionMedicinal Mushroom

GBS Score81/100

Key Uses6

Key Points

Evidence-based information

Traditional wisdom

Safety information

Clinical applications

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