Omega Alpha Maitake Extract

Used in Herbal Medicine to support the immune system, Mushroom Extract Maitake from Omega Alpha offers you an easy to consumer liquid source of fungal polysaccharides with immunomodulating properties. Maitake works to boost the immune system’s ability to kill viruses. The effects of Maitake are believed to be due to various polysaccharides that are rich in maitake. Polysaccharide compounds are also source of medicinal effect in herbs that have immune system action, like Echinacea. Maitake is also considered to have properties similar to alpha glucosidase inhibitors, which impact how we digest carbohydrates and can help to lower blood sugar levels. It has also been shown to inhibit pro-inflammatory markers in the body. In each teaspoon of Omega Alpha’s Mushroom Extract Maitake liquid is 1000mg of Grifola frondosa (Maitake, Fruiting body). It can be taken up to three times per day in honey, water or juice.