Host Defense Maitake 60 VegiCaps

Maitake (Grifola frondosa) has been the subject of studies worldwide and is known for supporting normal cell growth.* Rich in 1,3, 1,4 and 1,6 beta-D glucans, Maitake is a delicious, edible species, with a long history of traditional use. Each capsule contains 500mg of freeze-dried Maitake mycelium. Host Defense Maitake contains activated, freeze-dried, Certified Organic mycelium and fruitbodies, providing a complex array of synergistic constituents: a full spectrum of polysaccharides (beta glucans, arabinoxylanes, glucose, xylose, galactose and mannose), glycoproteins, ergosterols, triterpenoids and other myco-nutrients, which are essential for Supporting Natural Immunity.The SourceEach mushroom species collected by Paul Stamets from the old growth forests of the Pacific Northwest is sustainably harvested. The ecosystem remains intact and unharmed. We carefully culture the mycelium for the Host Defense products on the Fungi Perfecti Farm in a way that maintains the lowest P Value possible. This creates identical genetic matches to the mycelium found in their native habitats, ensuring the provenance and genetic vitality of each strain. Our chain-of-custody guarantees the efficacy and viability of the species in the Host Defense line: from the Forest, to our Farm, to You.Host Defense MaitakeFound growing in temperate hardwood forests, Maitake (Japanese for "the Dancing Mushroom") has been the subject of studies worldwide and is known for supporting normal cell growth. Rich in 1,3 1,4 and 1,6 beta-D glucans, Maitake is a delicious, edible species, with a long history of traditional use.