Maitake mushroom is a fungus that has been eaten as food in Asia for thousands of years. People also use it to make medicine.
Maitake mushroom is used to treat cancer and also to relieve some of the side effects of chemical treatment (chemotherapy) for cancer. It is also used for HIV/AIDS, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), hepatitis, hay fever, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, weight loss or control, and infertility due to a condition called polycystic ovary syndrome.
If you decide to harvest maitake mushrooms, make sure you can tell them apart from poisonous mushrooms. This job is probably best left to experts.
Maitake mushrooms are rich in:
antioxidants
beta-glucans
vitamins B and C
copper
potassium
fiber
minerals
amino acids
The mushrooms are also:
fat-free
low-sodium
low-calorie
cholesterol-free
Risk factors to consider
Maitake is digestible as long as the mushroom is not too old. If older, the mushroom’s toughness can make it difficult to digest. Cooking the mushroom can improve its digestibility.
Although allergic reaction and upset stomach is uncommon, it’s possible. More often than not, maitake mushroom is well tolerated.
If you have diabetes, you should consult your doctor before ingestion. Maitake may have an effect on your blood sugar. It may also lower your blood pressure, so be sure to discuss your options with your doctor if you have hypotension.
You shouldn’t ingest maitake mushroom within two weeks of surgery or if you have a bleeding disorder.
If you are pregnant, breast-feeding, or have an autoimmune disease, check with your doctor before use.
The bottom line
Maitake shows enormous potential for healing. There are no guarantees, but the possibilities are promising. Be sure to talk with your doctor if you wish to add this to your diet or take this as a supplement. They can go over the potential risks and benefits, as well as help advise you on the best option for you.
In general, you should:
Look for 100 percent extract with no fillers. It’s important to know exactly what you’re getting.
Do your research and only buy from a company who provides you with sufficient information about the product.
Take special care if you are using it for diabetes or blood pressure. Be sure to check in with your doctor for approval or guidance.
Remember that maitake can affect people in different ways.
You should also support your immunity and overall health by taking care of your well-being, both mentally and physically.
DOSING CONSIDERATIONS FOR MAITAKE MUSHROOM.
The appropriate dose of maitake mushroom depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for maitake mushroom. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
ARE THERE ANY INTERACTIONS WITH MEDICATIONS?
Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs)Interaction Rating: Moderate Be cautious with this combination.Talk with your health provider.
Maitake mushroom might decrease blood sugar. Diabetes medications are also used to lower blood sugar. Taking maitake mushroom along with diabetes medications might cause your blood sugar to go too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely. The dose of your diabetes medication might need to be changed.
Medications for high blood pressure (Antihypertensive drugs)Interaction Rating: Moderate Be cautious with this combination.Talk with your health provider.
Maitake mushroom might decrease blood pressure in some people. Taking maitake mushroom along with medications for high blood pressure might cause your blood pressure to go too low.
Some medications for high blood pressure include nifedipine (Adalat, Procardia), verapamil (Calan, Isoptin, Verelan), diltiazem (Cardizem), isradipine (DynaCirc), felodipine (Plendil), amlodipine (Norvasc), and others.
Warfarin (Coumadin)Interaction Rating: Moderate Be cautious with this combination.Talk with your health provider.
Maitake mushroom might increase the blood thinning effects of warfarin (Coumadin) and potentially increase the chance of bleeding. Your healthcare provider may need to monitor your blood more often if you take maitake mushroom along with warfarin (Coumadin). The dose of your warfarin (Coumadin) medication may need to be changed.
Do Not Take If
You are taking blood sugar-lowering medications: Maitake may increase their effects in Type-2 diabetic patients.
You are taking warfarin: According to a case report, maitake can interact with warfarin resulting in an elevated international normalized ratio (INR).
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