Maitake- Mental Health

Through laboratory studies, scientists have found potential neuroprotective properties in maitake mushrooms.

In one study, maitake mushroom extracts portrayed anti-aging and neuroprotective actions in yeast cells and fruit flies. Beta-glucans are thought to be responsible for these effects.

According to a mini-review, maitake mushroom's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties help protect neuron cells. These properties may also increase neurogenesis when new neuron cells are made.

Though researchers believe that maitake mushrooms may play a future role in the prevention of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinsons and Alzheimer, more research is necessary, especially in humans.