- Prime harvest: hand-picked from October-March for optimal nutritional value
- Powder: from the entire fruiting body of the mushroom for optimal enzyme, vitamin, and trace element content
- Powder: gently dried at 40°C and finely milled to less than 0.125mm (according to the "shell-broken" method) for optimal absorption of nutrients
- From the traditional growing region in Gutian County (600-700m above sea level) in Fujian; pristine area between mountain forests
- Exclusively organic cultivation in untouched, protected area (EU certified organic)
Organic Maitake
Powder
Raw
Premium organic maitake. With powder made from the entire fruiting body of the mushroom. Gently dried for raw quality and retention of nutritional content including enzymes. Finely milled for optimal absorption. From the traditional cultivation region of Fujian. Vegan, non-GMO, laboratory tested, no additives. 100g
- Full spectrum: natural organic maitake vital mushroom in powder form
- Derived from the fruiting body of the whole mushroom
- Premium raw food quality: gently dried at <40°C
- Shell-broken process: Ultra-finely ground (<0.125mm) for optimal absorption of all ingredients, also from the chitinous skeleton of the mushroom
- Top terroir: from Gutian County, Fujian (600-700m above sea level)
- Traditional organic certified cultivation method
- All batches are tested for heavy metals in an independent laboratory
€10.90
100g
Finest Origin - Highest Grade
How are we different?
Potent medicinal mushrooms have been grown in China for hundreds of years, and to this day the most nutrient-rich mushrooms come from Chinese cultivars. For over 2,000 years, the traditions of Chinese medicine have been applied to the cultivation of these mushrooms for a host of medicinal uses. Mushroom cultivation in China has furthermore been so refined that farmed variants are in no way inferior to their wild-grown counterparts. Our maitake mushrooms are sourced directly from the globally-recognised mushroom-growing region of Gutian County in Fujian. Our farming partner is organically certified according to EU standards and places a high value on natural, traditional cultivation methods. The mushrooms are selectively harvested by hand between July and October for maximum nutritional value.
Mushrooms are composed of the fruiting body, which typically appears above ground, and the mycelium underneath. The most important nutrients are concentrated in the fruiting body. Products derived from the mycelium are frequently much cheaper because mycelia are cultivated faster, cheaper, and easier. Yet these products hardly contain any of the potent compounds of the mushroom. Our mushroom powders and extracts are exclusively made from the entire fruiting body of the mushroom (including the stem) and contain the full nutritional richness that the mushrooms have to offer.
In contrast to extracts, which can lose some of their nutritional value during processing, powders contain the full spectrum of nutrients and enzymes for a particularly strong adaptogenic effect. To ensure that these nutrients are optimally bioavailable, our powder is gently ground according to the "shell-broken" method to a size of less than 0.1mm. This milling process breaks open the difficult-to-digest cells of the mushroom and makes their contents directly bioavailable.
- Premium active ingredients in their purest form, sourced directly from the world’s best producers
- Select raw materials as the basis of all our formulations
- Our commitment: complete avoidance of all unnecessary additives, technical excipients and chemical extraction agents
- If additives are needed, valuable natural ingredients are prioritised
- Voluntary disclosure of every ingredient
- In-house production to achieve our high standards of purity and quality
- High-quality custom production of liquid products and (functional) foods as well as tablets by selected partners
- Packaging and encapsulation in Germany and the EU according to HACCP, GMP and ISO 22000:2018 standards
- Independent laboratory tests available on the product page
- Vegan capsule shells 100% without PEG or carrageenans
- Amber glass or high-quality, resealable bags featuring an aroma barrier to protect against oxidation and contamination used for packaging
- Storage in amber glass or product-specific, food-safe containers according to EC 10/2011
- Shipping boxes made from safe, sustainable materials
- All products 100% free from magnesium stearate, nanoparticles (no legal opportunism), titanium dioxide, genetic engineering and artificial colours and flavours
- Sugar or sweeteners deliberately added only when necessary, such as for functional or product-specific reasons
Maitake
Maitake
Maitake (Grifola frondosa, hen-of-the-woods)
The word maitake is of Japanese origin and means "dancing mushroom". According to the legend behind this name, anyone who finds this mushroom in the wild will break into dance because it is so valuable and rare.
Maitake mushrooms are prized for their earthy flavour and have been considered a delicacy in Chinese and Japanese cuisine for millennia. This mushroom can be found at the base of deciduous trees either on the trunk or roots. While maitake is mostly commonly found on oak, it also grows on linden, chestnut, and birch trees.
Ancient texts indicate that maitake has been used as a medicinal mushroom in traditional Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years. Research into the mushroom's compounds suggests that its high concentration of polysaccharides such as beta-glucans, are at the root of its alleged health benefits.
Cultivation & Processing
Cultivation & Processing
Our medicinal mushrooms are sourced from the renowned mushroom-growing region of Gutian County (600-700m above sea level), in Fujian, China. The cultivation of mushrooms is an age-old tradition in the region, as is reflected by the unparalleled quality of these mushrooms. The fertile land, sophisticated substrates, as well as the climate, all contribute to a uniquely nutritious end product. Moreover, these pristine lands are protected by dense mountain forests, thus providing an ideal environment for the mushrooms to thrive. Our untreated mushrooms are certified organically grown according to EU standards. They are grown to full maturity and hand-picked at the peak of their vitality, between July and October.
The mushrooms retain their raw quality as a result of gentle drying at temperatures below 40°C. This process preserves the delicate enzymes and potent vital substances of the mushrooms. To ensure that these valuable nutrients are bioavailable, the dried mushrooms are then gently milled. Thanks to our use of the "shell-broken" method, the powder attains a fineness of less than 0.125mm, which ensures that the compounds within the cells as well as within the chitin skeleton of the mushroom are optimally available for absorption. The powder contains the full richness of enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements of the whole fruiting body of the mushroom.
Nutritional Values
Nutritional Values
Organic Maitake Powder (raw).
| Ingredients per 100g | % DV/ RM* | |
| Energy (kcal) | 224kcal | 11.2 |
| Fat | 4.6g | 6.51 |
| of which saturates | 0.8g | 4 |
| Carbohydrate | 26.2g | 9.75 |
| of which sugars | 1.22g | 0 |
| Protein | 19.4g | 38.87 |
| Salt | 0.04g | 2.67 |
* according to EU regulation 1169/2011, Annex 13
Organic Certification
PL-EKO-01
Nicht-EU-Landwirtschaft
Serving Suggestion
Serving Suggestion
Recommended Dosage
Take 1 level teaspoon organic maitake powder (approximately 1.5g) with 200ml water daily.
Food Supplement
Do not exceed the recommended dose. Food supplements cannot replace a balanced and varied diet. Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
Product Details
Product Details
| Ingredients | Organic Maitake Powder (raw). Food Supplement |
| Production | Packaged in the EU |
| Packaging | 100% biodegradable and compostable (starch, cellulose, paper). |
Laboratory Tests
Laboratory Tests
The purity of our formulas is important to us. This is why we have both our raw ingredients as well as our finished products extensively tested by independent laboratories to confirm purity and active ingredient content. Here, we have provided the results of some of the tests carried out on this product.
Sunday Natural
Sunday Natural
Our philosophy
For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using a variety of plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster vitality and good health.
With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.
Consequently, our philosophy is simple: in everything we produce, we strive for the highest standards of quality and purity, with a focus on organic and natural ingredients.
We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels, down to every last detail.