Shiitake

120.00

Shiitake mushrooms are a low-calorie source of fiber, protein, and good carbohydrates.

SKU YF-100010 Category

Description

Shiitake mushrooms have one of the highest amounts of natural copper, a mineral that supports healthy blood vessels, bones, and immune support.

Here are additional health benefits for shiitake mushrooms:

Improve heart health – Shiitake mushrooms contain eritadenine, a compound known to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood. They also contain beta-glucans that reduce inflammation and help prevent the intestines from absorbing cholesterol.

Support immune health – Shiitake are rich in polysaccharides like lentinans and other beta-glucans. These compounds protect against cell damage, help your immune system, and boost white blood cell production for fighting off microbes. Polysaccharides also have anti-inflammatory properties.

Bone boosting – Shiitake mushrooms contain vitamin D, which is one of the vitamins most necessary for building strong bones.
Improves Nutritional Status of Vegetarians – Shiitake mushrooms offer several nutrients of interest to vegetarians, helping reduce the risk of deficiencies. Shiitake mushrooms are a good source of zinc.

Shiitake Mushrooms make for such an easy and delicious side dish. From mashed potatoes to steaks, they are simply the perfect topper. Sauté them up as a side dish, or add them to stir-fries, noodles, ramen, vegan burgers and also used as a meat substitute where their meaty texture is put to good use. Sautéed shiitake mushrooms make an excellent side dish for chicken, beef, pork, or seafood. 

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