Mushroom
Maitake Mushroom
A frilly, overlapping cluster of a mushroom (also called "hen of the woods"), studied for blood sugar and immune support.
📊 How it ranks (our editor score) — 79/100Tap to see the breakdown
🌱 What it is
Maitake is a large, ruffled cluster mushroom that grows at the base of oak and other hardwood trees, used both as a savory food and in extract form.
✨ Why it's good for you
- May help support healthy blood sugar levels already in a normal range
- May help support healthy immune function through beta-glucan compounds
- May help support healthy cholesterol levels
- A hearty, meaty addition to soups and sautés
🥗 Nutrition
Per 1 cup, diced, raw (70g) · about 26 calories
- Protein 1.4g
- Fiber 1.7g
- Niacin 4.5mg
- Copper 0.3mg
Source: USDA FoodData Central
🙏 Begin with prayer
Prayer is the first remedy, not the last resort. Here is a simple prayer you are welcome to make your own:
Dear God, thank You for the maitake mushroom, the frilly cluster hidden at the foot of the forest floor, one more good gift from Your hand. Bless it to support my heart and steady blood sugar as I enjoy it, and give me wisdom if I am on medicine that it might affect. Thank You for such quiet variety in the food You give us. In Jesus' name, Amen.
“And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat.”— Genesis 1:29
🥄 How to use it
Cook maitake by sautéing or roasting the clusters until tender and browned; extracts should be taken per the product label.
⚠️ Cautions
- May lower blood sugar, so those on diabetes medication should monitor levels closely and discuss use with their doctor; may also mildly affect blood pressure or blood clotting. Only eat cultivated or expert-identified maitake.
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