Grifron® Maitake is the original supplement product of Maitake mushroom first became available to American consumers in 1991. Since its introduction, Grifron® Maitake established the No.1 product of maitake mushroom in sales as well as in quality. Grifron® Maitake Caplet has been used for a number of clinical studies. Currently, Grifron® Maitake is widely available through holistic doctors and practitioners, health food stores, vitamin stores, and mail order houses. Quality Control: Grifron® Maitake only uses matured fruit body of highest quality Maitake mushroom grown under stringent hygienic standards. The powdered dried Maitake, the main ingredient of Grifron® Maitake Caplet is analyzed and passed by an independent laboratory not only for contamination and metal checks, but also for the level of beta-glucan; the most important constitutent from Maitake for immune system support.* Product Specifications: Grifron® Maitake Caplet contains 500mg of highest quality whole Maitake mushroom fruit body and is a vegetarian caplet: No animal compound, dairy products, sugar, yeast, artificial colors, preservatives and chemical pesticides or fertilizers are used. Grifron® Maitake Caplet is available in two sizes; 60 caplet bottle (suggested retail price of $29.95) and 180 caplet bottle (suggested retail price of $79.95). Usage: To maintain your health, please take 1 ~ 2 caplets with water twice or three times daily between meals. (For those who seek digestive support, please take them with food). For maximum impact, double or triple the daily amount, or as instructed by your health-care professional. Toxicity: There is no toxicity found with whole Maitake mushroom nor with Grifron® Maitake Caplet, even with large dose. Please remember, Maitake is a popular culinary mushroom in many countries for hundreds of years. However, although it is very rare, whole Maitake mushroom may cause light upset stomach or soft bowels (which can be a side-benefit). Applications: Whole Maitake mushroom fruit body have been shown to have the following health benefits: (1.)Immune system enhancement: Provides support for the normal functioning of the immune system.* (2.)Adaptogenic properties: Provides support for normal blood pressure, normal sugar metabolism, normal cholesterol, and healthy weight maintenance.*