The French describes shiitake mushrooms as the "fragrant" mushrooms with
distinct flavour and texture. Dried shiitakes have many more advantages over fresh. To
name a few, they offer a more natural smokey oak-flavor. Once reconstituted, dried
shiitakes have the ability to absorb your cooking sauce and dramatically enhance the
flavor of your favorite recipes. Adding shiitake mushrooms to your cooking will give an
EPICUREAN FILLIP to any types of dish, soups, sauces, gravies, stews, stuffing and
grilled. They are delicious and considered an essential part of your daily diet. They also
offer many medical benefits to your body and make an excellent meat-substitution!
Modern Explanation for the Ancient Myth of Longevity
Anti-Cancer Anti-Viral Growth Hormone Reduction in Cholesterol Reduction in Blood Pressure
Prevention of Clots and Thromboses Decrease in Blood Viscosity Anti A.I.D.S. Drug Low
Blood Sugar Level Letinnan Eritadenine Interferon Ergosterol Prostaglandin Formation
Anti-Oxidants Amino Acids Enzymes Zinc Chitin
Potential Belief
Vascular Effect Placebo Effect Prostaglandin Zinc Endothelium Derived
Relaxing Factor (EDRF) Less Medication.
Shiitake Nutritional Values
Shiitake mushrooms contain about twice as much
protein as most vegetables and are also a good source of fiber. They are a good source of
complex carbohydrates called polysaccharides, which are believed to boost the immune
system. Shiitake mushrooms also contain iron, minerals, and vitamins with relatively high
amounts of niacin and riboflavin. All this and a very low calorie count, only about 4
calories per ounce. Shiitake mushrooms can be an important source of protein and minerals
in all vegetarian diets.