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Medicinal Mushroom

Shiitake

Lentinula edodes

Japanese, TCM, Korean, Western

Gabriel Score
80/ 100Excellent
EvidenceGood - lentinan used in cancer therapy
Conditions5 applications
How it works

Immunomodulation via lentinan, cholesterol reduction, antimicrobial, liver support

Typical Dosage

50-100g fresh mushrooms regularly or 1-2g extract

Used for
Immune supporthigh cholesterolcancer adjunctliver healthviral infections

The Science

Active Compounds

Lentinan (beta-glucan), eritadenine, polysaccharides

Evidence Base

Good - lentinan used in cancer therapy80/100

Must cook (raw toxic/allergenic); lentinan isolated for cancer treatment; lowers cholesterol; common food

How to Use

Cooked mushroom, extract, capsule

Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

Safety Profile

Interactions

May interact with immunosuppressants (theoretical)

Contraindications

Raw shiitake can cause dermatitis (shiitake flagellate dermatitis)

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TraditionMedicinal Mushroom
EvidenceGood - lentinan used in cancer therapy
Applications5
Gabriel Score80/100

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