Shiitake Mushroom Extract

Product Name: Shiitake Mushroom Extract
Latin Name: Lentinus edodes (Berk.) Sing
Catalog Number: ALPE-ME006
Appearance: Brown Yellow Powder
Specification: Polysaccharide≥30%
Test Method: UV

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Shiitake mushroom extract is derived from the shiitake mushroom, a popular edible mushroom that has been consumed for centuries in Asia both for its culinary and potential medicinal properties. Taxonomically, shiitake mushroom belongs to the phylum Basideomycotina and family Agaricaceae. It is widely distributed in the wild, mainly in subtropical to temperate regions of the northern hemisphere. Shiitake mushrooms not only provide nutrition to consumers, but the benefits are manifold. As of now, there have been many reports on the nutritional and health benefits of shiitake mushrooms, ranging from improved health to disease prevention.

• Potential anti-tumor effects

Although research is ongoing, several studies have explored the potential anticancer properties of compounds found in shiitake mushroom extracts. For example, lentinan (a polysaccharide extracted from shiitake) has been used for adjuvant tumor therapy which leads to prolongation of survival time, restoration of immunological parameters, and improvement of life quality ^[1].

• Hepatoprotective effect

Shiitake mushroom extract also possesses a hepatoprotective nature. Shiitake mushroom polysaccharides can reduce transaminase level, alleviate liver cell damage and promote liver cell regeneration, thus playing a role in liver protection. In addition, shiitake mushroom extract can lower cholesterol and prevent the occurrence of diseases such as fatty liver.

• Fights obesity

A high-fat diet can induce obesity, and shiitake mushroom extract helps fight it. Studies have shown that β-glucan in shiitake mushroom extract is a soluble fiber, which can enhance luminal viscosity, delay gastric emptying, and thus reduce fat absorption.

• Supports the immune system

The experiments with the animals have shown that shiitake mushroom extract may help to improve the immunity and response of the immune system, so that it is more capable of responding to threats.

• Promotes cardiovascular health

Some studies suggest that shiitake mushroom extract may have a positive impact on cardiovascular health, including maintaining proper cholesterol levels.

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