MicoVital Shiitake is a food supplement based on shiitake mushroom extract (Lentinula edodes), of which only the fruiting body is used. This mushroom is of great nutritional interest because it contains all the essential amino acids and provides a good amount of vitamins and minerals, as well as fatty acids. In addition, it contains other compounds of interest such as beta-glucans and triterpenes (eritadenine and L-ergothioneine), with functional properties on the immune system and lipoproteins. Extraction is carried out using ultrasound (UAE), hot water and alcohol. With this innovative method we manage to maximize the bioavailability of the compounds of interest found in shiitake. The product is available in bottles with liquid extract, which contains only shiitake in a convenient presentation: bottle with 50 ml. Ideal to take at any time of the day when you need to strengthen your immune system. What are medicinal mushrooms? Although until a few years ago mushrooms were classified as vegetables, today they are considered to be an independent kingdom equal in rank to animals and plants. With a high nutritional profile of proteins, micronutrients and important bioactive compounds, they are an important nutritional tool for taking care of our health. They represent an important source of biologically active polysaccharides in fruiting bodies or sterile heads in some cases. Most of these polysaccharides belong to the group of beta-glucans; these have beta-(1—>3) linkages in the main glucan chain and additional beta-(1—>6) branching points that are responsible for the properties of these medicinal mushrooms. The Chinese mushroom or shiitake (Lentinula edodes) is an edible mushroom of brown color and intense aroma. Its common name comes from Japanese, formed from the words “take”, which means mushroom, and “shii”, which refers to the tree on which it usually grows, the Castanopsis cuspidata, a variety of oak. It has a beautiful, soft-touch beige and brown cap that can reach up to 25 centimetres in diameter in nature. It is perhaps the first mushroom cultivated, nearly 2000 years ago, in Japan, Korea and some regions of China, the Japanese ethnic group Kyusuyu offered them to Emperor Chuai back in 199, and the emperors of the Ming Dynasty enjoyed them to maintain vigor and youth. Why is MicoVital Shiitake extract so special? Only shiitake fruiting bodies are used, grown organically on birch bark from the forests of Finland. “Ultrasound assisted extraction (UAE)” technology, hot water and alcohol. With this innovative extraction method we manage to maximize the bioavailability of the compounds of interest found in shiitake. Miron violet glass bottles are used, a unique type of glass packaging known as biophotonic. Miron glass also filters out harmful rays while filtering out infrared, ultraviolet and violet lights, thus prolonging the shelf life and effectiveness of the product. Due to a particular blend of minerals present inside the Miron glass, this bottle also ensures optimal preservation of nutrients. It can be taken by adding it to coffee, tea or smoothies, or directly sublingually. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Only recommended for adults. Keep out of reach of young children. Keep in a cool, dry place and protected from sunlight.