Maitake

Maitake, Oak Hare or Grifola Frondosa?

Maitake has many different names. Maitake is also called Eikhaas in the Netherlands and Belgium. The name Maitake comes from the Japanese word 'mai' (dancing) and take (mushroom). Freely translated, it means 'dancing mushroom'. The name comes from a legend that says people who found the mushroom in the wild did a dance of joy because the Maitake was so special and because of its positive properties for health. Its Latin name is Grifola Frondosa, which means 'full of leaves'. When you see the Maitake mushroom in the wild, you immediately see where this name comes from. The Maitake appears to be full of leaves.

Oak hare mushroom in the wild

During the autumn months and sometimes as early as late summer, you can encounter Maitake or Oak Hare in the wild. You can recognise Maitake by large clusters at the base of living oak trees and on their stumps. Hence the Dutch name Eikhaas. Maitake is a hole-shaped fungus whose fruiting bodies grow in large bundles. The bundles can sometimes grow 50 to 60 cm in diameter. The mushroom varies greatly in colour from pure white to brownish-grey. The hats lie on top of each other like a mountain of overlapping leaves.

The special effects of Maitake Mushrooms

Now that you already know a bit more about the background of the Maitake, let's take a closer look at the Maitake effect. Traditional Chinese medicine uses this mushroom as an adaptogen; it works to support stress and balance the body. In modern medicine, people use Maitake or Oak Hare mainly for its stimulating effect and resistance support. Maitake is a highly nutritious mushroom and naturally rich in minerals such as potassium, copper and zinc. It is a bomb of vitamins. It contains vitamin D, B1, B2, B3, phospholipids and numerous amino acids. The mushroom contains a lot of water-soluble fibre and is very low in calories. An important antioxidant from the Maitake is the powerful L-ergothionein, specialised in protecting our liver function. In addition, the Maitake mushroom contains unique beta glucans. Glucans provide natural and healthy cytokine production. Cytokines come into play in supporting your immunity.

Is the use of Organic Maitake supplement safe?

Maitake, like Reishi, is among the most researched medicinal mushrooms. It has been used by people around the world for centuries. Many people use Maitake long-term and are very positive about it. For many uses, it is one of the most effective supplements you can choose. Maitake use is safe.

How do I use it?

There are several ways to use this amazing mushroom. You can prepare Eikhaas by baking, roasting and boiling them. But unfortunately, many nutrients are lost when you heat the mushroom. Therefore, to make the most of all the positive properties, we recommend taking mushroom supplements in powder or capsule form. Maitake powder is delicious when used in smoothies, yoghurt, salads and other cold dishes. But you can also add it to hot dishes such as soups and sauces. Outside the kitchen, you can take Maitake simply by using organic Maitake capsules. Maitake capsules are very easy to use. You simply take them with a glass of water.

Organic Maitake from Mushrooms 4 life

Our Maitake mushroom capsules and powders are from the brand Mushrooms 4 life. The Organic Maitake Capsules and Powders contain a full spectrum extract of the potent Grifola frondosa. Our Maitake is a mushroom extract with Organic seal of approval from Mushrooms 4 Life. 90% of mushroom supplement = Full-spectrum biomass of mycelium and primordia, cultivated on organic brown rice under nature-identical conditions to obtain the highest possible amount of active ingredients. 10% of the supplement = Hot water extraction of the mature mushroom to maximise the amount of bioavailable beta-glucans.

Buy Full Spectrum Maitake online at Hempishop

Would you also like to discover the surprising benefits of our organic Maitake? Then buy Organic Maitake capsules or Organic Maitake powder online from our webshop. We sell only high quality and organic Full Spectrum supplements. If you want to know more about the special Grifola Frondosa, Hempishop is ready to help you. Please contact us for all your questions.