Lentinus edodes extract has the functions of anti-tumor, treating liver and protecting liver, enhancing body immunity. Lentinan can activate cellular immunity, regulate various humoral immune factors, and induce the production of interferon-α. It can regulate the body's immune response, induce leukocytes to infiltrate the tumor, cause vasodilation, hemorrhage, and necrosis of the tumor site. It also can be used as a nutritional supplement, in a supplement blend, or added to any number of herbal formulas. Shiitake mushroom extract is also a highly flavorful addition to dried soups or tonic drinks. For example in Japan, it was widely applied in medicine and health-protecting food.
In addition, lentinan can increase SOD activity, inhibit MDA production, have anti-lipid oxidation, lower cholesterol, regulate glucose metabolism, improve glucose tolerance, expand the gastrointestinal tract to produce satiety and reduce appetite, lower blood sugar and so on.

Market Analysis and Insights: Global Shiitake (Lentinus Edodes) Extract Market
In 2020, the global Shiitake (Lentinus Edodes) Extract market size was US$ XX million and it is expected to reach US$ XX million by the end of 2027, with a CAGR of XX% between 2021 and 2027
Global Shiitake (Lentinus Edodes) Extract Scope and Market Size
The global Shiitake (Lentinus Edodes) Extract market is segmented by region (country), company, by Type, and by Application. Players, stakeholders, and other participants in the global Shiitake (Lentinus Edodes) Extract market will be able to gain the upper hand as they use the report as a powerful resource. The segmental analysis focuses on sales, revenue and forecast by region (country), byType, and by Application for the period 2016-2027.

Segment by Type
20% UV Shiitake Polysaccharides
30% UV Shiitake Polysaccharides
50% UV Shiitake Polysaccharides

Segment by Application
Pharmaceuticals
Cosmetics
Food Additives
Dietary Supplement

By Company
AQIA
Nutra Green
ORGANICWAY
NAMMEX
Xi'an Greena Biotech
Life Cykel
Naturalin

By Region
North America
United States
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Russia
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Taiwan
Indonesia
Thailand
Malaysia
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Colombia
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE