Shitake contains the highest fiber content of all cultivated mushrooms. An important part of that fiber is formed by chitin, which helps eliminate fats and cholesterol in the intestine, and beta-glucans such as lentinan or LC11, which are being studied for their multiple benefits.
It also has fructooligosaccharides uncommon in the diet that benefit the development of beneficial intestinal bacteria
Its proteins, although moderate, are fairly balanced in essential amino acids. The only scarce one is tryptophan, so to take better advantage of them can be combined with foods rich in that amino acid, such as tofu, cashews, sesame, millet, potatoes, spinach and cabbage.
Among the vitamins in fresh shitakes appear almost exclusively those of the B group, especially B2, B3, B5, B6 and B9
Minerals include copper, which strengthens the immune system and helps fight inflammatory processes, as well as the antioxidants selenium, manganese and zinc also represent good contributions and to a lesser extent, iron, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium
They keep you young.
For Chinese medicine is a food that promotes a long and healthy life. It is also used therapeutically for many health problems: it is used to treat infections, liver disorders, fatigue, kidney disease and even cancer
Strengthens the defenses.
Shiitake extract strengthens the immune system and it has been observed that it can be an aid against infections by bacteria and viruses, including AIDS.
It has been shown that it can be an aid against infections by bacteria and viruses, including AIDS
Its administration has a positive effect on the Influenza A2 virus, decreasing its pulmonary lesions by more than 40%
Lentinan, in addition to being an immunostimulant, also reduces blood fat levels, and has antibiotic, antiviral and antithrombotic effects.
Lentinan has a positive effect on the immune system
The EP3 lignin strengthens the immune system and in combination with lentinan has given positive results in the control and fight against the HIV virus. It also exerts antiviral activity against herpes simplex and hepatitis B.
Lignin EP3 strengthens the immune system
Antecancer.
KS-2 is another polysaccharide that increases interferon production and inhibits the growth of Ehrlich's and Sarcoma 180 tumor cells
Among the more than 50 enzymes in shitakes is superoxide dismutase, which decreases lipid peroxidation, which has effects on cellular aging. It also offers protection against cancer
Different studies have found benefits in other areas, for example, in the prevention of cardiovascular disorders or in the protection of the liver against damage caused by chemicals or autoimmune reactions
