Organic Shiitake
Extract Capsules

500mg, 30% Polysaccharides

Premium organic shiitake mushroom extract (shiitake). Water extraction method with 30% mushroom polysaccharides from the top growing region, Fujian. Vegan, non-GMO, laboratory tested, no additives. 2x90 capsules

  • Premium combination of organic shiitake powder & extract
  • 500mg of vital mushroom mixture per capsule: 250mg each of natural powder and extract with 30% polysaccharides from the fruiting body of the whole mushroom
  • Beneficial mushroom polysaccharides (especially beta-1.3- and beta-1.6-D-glucans)
  • Plus the full range of natural shiitake mushroom compounds
  • Premium raw food: very gently dried at <40°C
  • Shell-broken process: ultra-finely ground (<0.125mm) for optimal absorption of all ingredients, even from the chitinous skeleton of the mushroom
  • Top terroir: from Gutian County (600-700m.a.s.l.), Fujian, traditionally the best region for vital mushrooms
  • Traditional, organic certified cultivation
  • No toxic residues (such as acetone, N-hexane, methanol)
  • All batches are tested for heavy metals in an independent laboratory
€32.11 €33.80
2x90 capsules

Delivery: 1–2 working days

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SKU
4613-bio-bundle
€288.76 / 1 kg
Just one please

Delivery: 1–2 working days

Incl. VAT, excl. shipping

SKU
4613-bio-bundle
€288.76 / 1 kg

Finest Origin - Highest Grade

  • 500mg organic shiitake mushroom extract per capsule (high-dose with 30% polysaccharides including beta-1,3- and beta-1,6-glucans)
  • Prime harvest: hand-picked from July-October for optimal nutritional value
  • Traditional extraction method using water only, no toxic residues (such as acetone, n-hexane, or methanol)
  • 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)
  • All batches are tested for heavy metals in an independent laboratory

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 shiitaki 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.

The most important nutrients within the shiitake are the mushroom polysaccharides, especially beta-1,3-glucan and beta-1,6-glucan. Our mushroom extracts consolidate these compounds into a highly effective concentrate. The extract is produced according to a traditional method using only water. The result is a pure and wholesome extract with absolutely no toxic extraction residues or chemical release agents (such as acetone, n-hexane, or methanol).

True Clean Label

  • 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

Shiitake

Shiitake (Lentinula edodes, Hua gu)

After the common mushroom (Agaricus bisporus), the shiitake is perhaps the most common and beloved edible mushroom in the world. Many Asian cuisines take advantage of shiitake's distinctly umami taste and firm texture, which is why shiitake is sometimes referred to as the king of mushrooms.

Shiitake flourishes on the decaying wood of deciduous trees in Japan, China, and Vietnam. It has been a staple ingredient in culinary dishes as well as medicine in East Asia for thousands of years. The use of shiitake as a strengthening elixir in Traditional Chinese Medicine has been documented by scriptures which are over 2,000 years old. In these texts, shiitake is referred to as the "elixir of life".

Shiitake contains all essential amino acids, which makes this mushroom particularly attractive for vegans and vegetarians. Moreover, it also contains many vitamins and minerals as well as beta-glucans including lentinan and the alkaloid eritadenine, both of which are used for the treatment of various illnesses.

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.

In order to further preserve the high concentration of beta-glucans contained in the mushrooms, the gently dried and milled fruiting bodies of the mushroom are prepared as an extract. The extract is produced according to a traditional method using only water, which has been a part of Chinese as well as Western medicine for centuries, and has long been used to create plant extracts. The result is a pure, wholesome extract with absolutely no toxic extraction residues or chemical release agents (such as acetone, n-hexane, or methanol).

Nutritional Values

Organic Shiitake Extract (30% polysaccharides).
Capsule Shells: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
Contains sulphur dioxide

Ingredients per Daily Dose (2 Capsules) % NRV*
Organic Shiitake Extract 1,000mg -
of which polysaccharides300mg-

* according to EU regulation 1169/2011, Annex 13

Per capsule:500mg shiitake extract
In total:45,000mg shiitake extract / jar

Organic Certification

Organic Certification

PL-EKO-01
Nicht-EU-Landwirtschaft

100%
amber glass
verified capsules
cruelty free
lactose free
no additives
non-GMO
pesticide free
raw food
sustainable
harvested by hand
True Clean Label
vegan

Serving Suggestion

Recommended Dosage

Take 1-2 capsules (500mg organic shiitake extract per capsule) 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

IngredientsOrganic Shiitake Extract (30% polysaccharides), HPMC Capsule Shells.
Food Supplement
Per capsule: 5500mg organic shiitake extract
ProductionBottled and encapsulated in the EU
CapsulesPlant-based cellulose (HPMC). Vegan
Premium HPMC quality: Free from controversial additives such as carrageenans and PEG
PackagingAmber glass jar to protect against light and oxidation (free from plasticisers and BPA)
German Pharmaceutical Number (PZN)15606731

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.

ACTIVE INGREDIENT

ACTIVE INGREDIENT

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ACTIVE INGREDIENT
CONFORMITY STATEMENT

CONFORMITY STATEMENT

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CONFORMITY STATEMENT

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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.

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