Lentinula edodes (extract)
Standardized shiitake extract — AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) is the most studied form. Used in Japanese hospitals for immune support alongside conventional treatment.
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Immunosuppressants, chemotherapy.
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GI upset. Do not eat raw (shiitake dermatitis).
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