Maitake® ™

Non-Nutrient / Non-Botanical

Brand: Host Defense Mushrooms

CapsuleNon-Nutrient/Non-BotanicalOff Market

Product label for Maitake — Click to view full label

Net Contents

120 Vegetarian Capsule(s)

Serving Size

2 Capsule(s)

Servings Per Container

Supplement Form

Capsule

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

6 33422 03153 8

Product Version

NCGF120 REV B2

Label Analysis

Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.

2Active Ingredients

2 distinct active ingredients are disclosed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

3Dietary Attributes

Label states: Non-GMO, Organic, Gluten-Free.

This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.

Allergen Guide

Free From

Gluten

Allergen flags are parsed automatically from the official label's claims and statements. Always verify against the physical product label before use, especially if you have a severe allergy.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 2 Capsule(s) · 1 per day

Ingredient	Amount Per Serving
Maitake	900 mg	—
Maitake	100 mg	—

Not Present

Other Ingredients

dried myceliated Brown RicePullulan

Target Groups

Adult (18 - 50 Years)OrganicGluten Free

Label Claims

All OtherStructure/Function

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules once per day. Can be taken with food or without, on an empty stomach or as recommended by your healthcare advisor.

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications

Consult your healthcare advisor regarding the use of this product during pregnancy.

Precautions re: Children

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation

Formulation re: Organic

Made with U.S. grown organic mushroom mycelium and fruitbodies

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Gluten free Non GMO

Formulation re: Organic

Certified Organic by the Washington State Department of Agriculture.

FDA Statements

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Other Label Statements

General: Product/Version Code

NCGF120 REV B2

General Statements: All Other Content

Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels, as part of your diet.

Seals/Symbols

Producer Certified Organic Washington State Dept. of Agriculture Non GMO Project Verified

Manufacturer & Distributor

Manufacturer

Fungi Perfecti, LLC

PO Box 7634, Olympia, WA, 98507, USA

877-504-6926

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Research & Studies

Immune-enhancing effects of Maitake (Grifola frondosa) and Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) extracts
V Vetvicka, J Vetvickova - Annals of translational medicine, 2014 - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
… Both Maitake and Shiitake glucans are among the most studied glucans (9-15). The Maitake mushroom extract used in our study is rich in β-glucans, while Shiitake whole mushroom …
2014133 citations
Mushroom β-glucan and polyphenol formulations as natural immunity boosters and balancers: Nature of the application
M Kozarski, A Klaus, L van Griensven… - Food Science and …, 2023 - aspace.agrif.bg.ac.rs
… are the main focus of the healthcare industry. Wellness and … (shiitake), and Grifola frondosa (maitake or huishu-hua) are … in host defense signaling by dectin-1, Biomol. Ther. (Seoul). …
2023103 citations
Applications of Mushrooms as Immune Boosters
MI Oniha, CS Olusanya, OA Oyewole… - Mushroom …, 2025 - Wiley Online Library
… It is also cultivated and merchandised fresh, dried, or prepared as a supplement. Maitake is … medicaments and assist in resolving host defenseinduced inflammatory responses as well …
20251 citations
Maitake mushrooms (Grifola frondosa) enhances antibody production in response to influenza vaccination in healthy adult volunteers concurrent with alleviation of …
J Nishihira, M Sato, A Tanaka, M Okamatsu… - … Foods in Health and …, 2017 - ffhdj.com
… In conclusion, we expect that Maitake intake potentiates host defense systems and has a … were asked to terminate the intake of any foods or supplements containing mushrooms. …
201713 citations
Maitake extracts and their therapeutic potential-a review
M Mayell - Alternative Medicine Review, 2001 - anaturalhealingcenter.com
… Like many other fungi, maitake’s optimal growing conditions … a multiple enhancer of host defense mechanisms and that a … commercially available maitake fraction supplements) have …
2001315 citations
The Role of Edible Mushrooms in Immune Support
EO Akhigbe, SC Izah, OI Ogidi, AA Iyingiala… - … in Edible Mushrooms …, 2025 - Springer
… and urticaria in individuals after consuming mushrooms like Shiitake, Maitake, and Shimeji. Clinical trials … These products are commonly used as dietary supplements. However, these …
202513 citations

Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2019-02-25. DSLD Label ID: 184143. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.