{"id":94145,"date":"2019-11-28T13:43:19","date_gmt":"2019-11-28T05:43:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/?p=94145"},"modified":"2019-11-28T13:43:48","modified_gmt":"2019-11-28T05:43:48","slug":"maitake-mushroom-the-new-superfood-for-anti-aging-and-immune-boosting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pamper.my\/news\/health\/diet-nutrition\/maitake-mushroom-the-new-superfood-for-anti-aging-and-immune-boosting\/","title":{"rendered":"Maitake Mushroom: The New Superfood for Anti-Aging and Immune Boosting"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dirt brown, growing up to 100cm in height. It sprouts clustery branches of ruffled caps. In the wild, it looks like dead forest matter. Yet, this mushroom is being eaten all over the world to prevent cancer, boost the immune system and improve overall health.<\/p>\n

The Ancient Superfood: Maitake (<\/strong>\u307e\u3044\u305f\u3051<\/strong>)<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Maitake, meaning \u201cDancing Mushroom\u201d, has been making waves amongst the health-conscious since the 1980s. What makes maitake so popular is its incredible healing properties that have been found to improve the condition of severe illnesses. Like cancer, diabetes and auto-immune system diseases.<\/p>\n

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But maitake is NOT a new superfood fad.<\/p>\n

In fact, the mushroom\u2019s medicinal reputation goes way back in ancient Japan. Native to Japan, the \u201cDancing Mushroom\u201d was sought after as a healing food. It was used to make tonics and improved a person\u2019s vitality and wellness. It was also very rare.<\/p>\n

The maitake\u2019s rarity and health benefits made it so valuable that whenever a mushroom hunter found one (or a few), he would dance in joy. Thus, its namesake \u201cDancing Mushroom\u201d.<\/p>\n

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\nIn America and Europe, maitake is called the \u201cHen of the Woods\u201d mushroom because its shape resembles the fluffed up feathers of a hen.[\/vc_cta]<\/p>\n

Maitake\u2019s Powerful Health Benefits<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Nutrition-rich and full of vitamins and minerals, maitake has been widely researched for its effects on the immune systems, various cancers and other serious illnesses. Studies have shown that, compared to other mushrooms, maitake has better medicinal results in preventing cancer and treating health conditions because it can…<\/p>\n

Boost The Immune System <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Maitake is a powerful immunity booster, thanks to its key component: Beta-glucan<\/em>. A sugar derived from fibre, beta-glucan stimulates the immune system and encourages the body to fight off infections and pathogens.<\/p>\n

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Fight & Prevent Cancer<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Maitake contains a compound called D-fraction polysaccharides which has been shown to manage cancer. The compound has been linked to the fighting and suppression of tumour growth. It also increases the number of cells that fight against cancer.<\/p>\n

Protection In Cancer Recovery<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For patients undergoing radiation therapy, maitake polysaccharides offer radioprotection. This mushroom is able to speed up white blood cell recovery and improve cell function. This, in turn, prevents radiation-induced side effects.<\/p>\n

Reduce Aging & Cell Damage<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Maitake\u2019s rich antioxidant content will refresh old, damaged skin. Antioxidants in the mushroom stimulates the growth of new cells and heals damaged skin. At the same time, it reverses the effects of ageing by improving skin health and rejuvenating its appearance.<\/p>\n

\"\"Manage Diabetes<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Some animal studies are indicating that maitake has the ability to reduce blood glucose levels. Another preliminary study (on rats) found that maitake mushrooms improved insulin resistance which is helpful for diabetics.<\/p>\n

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