Shiitake Mycelia Extract

Description: The mycelia is the immature stage of the Shiitake mushroom. This form of the mushroom is potent in several nutrients including carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals. These nutrients give the body a great deal of immune support.

Parts Used: Mycelia

Common Use: Shiitake mycelia stimulates macrophages to engulf foreign objects by recognizing antigens and transferring information to T-helper cells. If the foreign bodies are destroyed then the odds of contracting an infection or disease is very limited and not probable. Since Shiitake mycelia is able to increase immune support, bacterial and viral proliferation may be slowed.

Origin: Japan

Active Substances: Peptidomsannan, KS-2 (a water solubilized lignin derivative), EPS-3

Standard: 3.2% KS-2

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Directions For Use:100mg-400mg of extract daily. Before taking any herbal product, you are advised to consult with a trained health care professional.

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Toxicity, Cautions, Contra-Indications:There have been no toxicities reported. Before taking any herbal product, you are advised to consult with a trained health care professional.

Scientific References:Balch, J. and Balch, P., (1997) Prescription for Nutritional Healing. Garden City Park, New York: Avery Publishing Group. Castleman, M., (1991) The Healing Herbs. Emmaus, Pennsylvania: Rodale Press. Chopra, D., (1993) Alternative Medicine. Fife, Washington: Future Medicine Publishing, Inc. Flynn, R. and Roest, M., (1995) Your Guide to Standardized Herbal Products. Prescott, Arizona: One World Press. Murray, M., (1996) Encyclopedia of Nutritional Supplements. Unites States of America: Prima Publishing. Murray, M. and Pizzorno, J., (1998) Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine. United States of America: Prima Publishing. Null, G., (1998) The Complete Encyclopedia of Natural Healing. New York, New York: Kensington Publishing Corp. Werbach, M., (1993) Nutritional Influences of Illness. Tarzana, California: Third Line Press.

Historical Uses:Shiitake mycelia has been used to in the treatment of high cholesterol, hepatitis-B, cirrhosis, and other liver diseases.

Analysis:Potency of polysaccharides by column chromatography 3.2% pure KS-2, Moisture <5.0%, Protein 18.1%, Lipids 4.8%, Carbohydrates 47.1%, Ash 24.5%, Phosphorous 75.2mg/g, Potassium 42.0mg/g, Magnesium 6.25mg/g, Lead 8.5mg/g, Microbiological total plate count <=5,000cfu/g.