Dehydrated (dried) Maitake \ Hen of the Woods Mushrooms

The delicious Maitake mushroom has been successfully farm grown for thirteen years and is full of important vitamins and minerals. Maitake, also known as 'Hen of the Woods' or 'Chicken of the woods' contains Vitamin C, D2, B2, potassium and magnesium. The Maitake also has a wonderful taste, crisp texture and excellent aroma. The Maitake is also available fresh.

Maitake mushrooms,contain important polysaccharide compounds that are used for Cancer and immune system deficiency treatment. These treatments have shown anti-tumor effects in mice. The polysaccharides in Maitake are reported to activate the body's own effector cells such as natural killer cells and macrophages that filter the blood.

Grin River Farms's Maitake mushrooms come dried in 4 oz. bags and recipes can be found on the recipe tab. Maitake mushrooms rehydrate at about 8:1 when soaked in warm water for 30 minutes. Use the remaining water from rehydartion as tea or for liquids in you recipes for added flavor and health benefit.

What are the Health benefits of the Maitake mushroom?

Reduces blood pressure Enhances the immune system Anti-tumor, anti-viral effect Reduces cholesterol Improves insulin levels