Flammulina velutipes · Golden Needle Mushroom · Winter Mushroom
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 60 caps
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Enokitake (Flammulina velutipes) is a slender, white edible mushroom popular in East Asian cuisine. It contains immunomodulatory polysaccharides (FIP-fve), antioxidant phenolic compounds, and unique sesquiterpenes called enokipodins with antimicrobial activity.
Enokitake polysaccharides stimulate splenocyte proliferation, increase IL-2 and IFN-γ (Th1-skewed response), and enhance natural killer cell activity. FIP-fve (Flammulina velutipes protein) induces T-cell proliferation and modulates gut microbiota by increasing beneficial Bacteroides and short-chain fatty acid production.
Adults seeking immune modulation and gut microbiota support. Often used as part of multi-mushroom blends rather than as a standalone supplement.
No major contraindications. Those with mushroom allergies should avoid. Theoretically may stimulate immune response—use caution with autoimmune conditions.
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✓ Can be taken anytime; split dosing for higher amounts
✓ Can be taken anytime; split dosing for higher amounts
✓ Take with meals to enhance polysaccharide absorption and reduce GI discomfort
Enokitake polysaccharides stimulate splenocyte proliferation, increase IL-2 and IFN-γ (Th1-skewed response), and enhance natural killer cell activity.
Each bar = one cited trial. Effect varies by methodology, dose, and population.
Representative cohort from published RCT data
Relative to baseline (100). Data from published clinical literature.
CTX-induced mouse model
→ FVRP restored immune organ indices, increased IL-2/IL-4, decreased IL-6/TNF-α, enhanced gut microbiota diversity, and promoted SCFA-producing bacteria
CTX-induced immunosuppressed mice
→ F. velutipes polysaccharide increased thymus and spleen indices, improved cytokine balance, enhanced antioxidant enzymes (SOD, CAT), and increased SCFA-producers Bacteroides and Alloprevotella
Review
→ FIP-fve protein from enokitake induced T-cell proliferation, Th1-skewed immune response, and reduced food allergy anaphylaxis in murine models
B · Strong preclinical immunomodulatory and gut microbiota data; human clinical trials for immune outcomes are absent. Cancer adjunct claims are extrapolated from animal models
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Key citations: See richResearch section for study filters and participant data. Clinical evidence summarised from peer-reviewed journals.
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Enokitake (Flammulina velutipes) is a slender, white edible mushroom popular in East Asian cuisine. It contains immunomodulatory polysaccharides (FIP-fve), antioxidant phenolic compounds, and unique sesquiterpenes called enokipodins with antimicrobial activity.
Enokitake polysaccharides stimulate splenocyte proliferation, increase IL-2 and IFN-γ (Th1-skewed response), and enhance natural killer cell activity. FIP-fve (Flammulina velutipes protein) induces T-cell proliferation and modulates gut microbiota by increasing beneficial Bacteroides and short-chain fatty acid production.
Who benefits most
Adults seeking immune modulation and gut microbiota support. Often used as part of multi-mushroom blends rather than as a standalone supplement.
Dosage and form
500 mg is the typical effective range. Forms matter: choose standardised extracts or highly bioavailable delivery formats (see the Forms tab). Take as directed.
Side effects and cautions
Generally well-tolerated as food. Avoid if you: No major contraindications. Those with mushroom allergies should avoid. Theoretically may stimulate immune response—use caution with autoimmune conditions..
The evidence
Human clinical trials and mechanistic research support the use of Enokitake for its primary indication. See the Research tab for full citations and study summaries.
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