This oriental mushroom nourishes the immune system and protects the heart. It is a beautiful saprophytic mushroom that grows on decaying matter, especially oak wood, but also eucalyptus, beech, and holm oak, and thrives in warm, humid mountainous areas.
Shiitake's star nutrients are certain types of carbohydrates. They contain the highest fiber content of all cultivated mushrooms. A significant portion of this fiber is made up of chitin, which helps bind and eliminate fats and cholesterol in the intestine, and beta-glucans such as lentinan and LC11, which are being studied for their multiple benefits. Fructooligosaccharides, rare in the diet, also exert a prebiotic effect. Its proteins, although moderate, are quite balanced in essential amino acids. Fats are low, almost nonexistent, making it very light. These are also good-quality fats.
Among the vitamins found in fresh shitakes, the B group is almost exclusively present, especially B2, B3, B5, B6, and B9. Among the minerals, it is particularly rich in copper, which strengthens the immune system and combats inflammatory processes, and selenium, which has antioxidant properties. Manganese and zinc also represent good sources, and to a lesser extent, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium.
Instructions for use:
Take 2 to 6 capsules daily before breakfast, lunch and dinner.