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Lentinula edodes
Japanese, TCM, Korean, Western
Immunomodulation via lentinan, cholesterol reduction, antimicrobial, liver support
50-100g fresh mushrooms regularly or 1-2g extract
Lentinan (beta-glucan), eritadenine, polysaccharides
Must cook (raw toxic/allergenic); lentinan isolated for cancer treatment; lowers cholesterol; common food
Cooked mushroom, extract, capsule
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
May interact with immunosuppressants (theoretical)
Raw shiitake can cause dermatitis (shiitake flagellate dermatitis)
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