What secret healing
power have the Chinese, Japanese and Korean been using for good
health? For centuries, the healing power of the shiitake mushroom
has been the medicine prescribed by ancient healers. The innumerous
ailments these powerful mushrooms offer include some of the
following:
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Colds
• Fatigue
• Liver ailments
• Sinus conditions
• Vision problems
• Gastrointestinal ailments
Not to mention, in the realm
of extending the endurance, virility and stamina of men shiitakes
were also used as an overall prophylactic. Despite the advance
intelligence of the ancient herbalists, modern medicine is catching
on to these natural treatments.
In a wealth of clinical trials
and evaluations, shiitake mushrooms have withstood many rigorous
testings. The compound of the mushroom, lentinan, a phytochemical
has been deemed beneficial for a myriad of disorders, including
the following: heart disease, AIDS, cancer, herpes, viral conditions,
hypertension, hyperlipidemia, as well as hepatitis.
The findings of the shiitake
mushroom have been also attributed to the phytochemicals a host
of a substantial number of macro- and micronutrients. Since,
the mushrooms contain high levels of amino acids; some consider
the shiitake to be a sort of brain food because it has the capability
to act as stimulus to neurotransmitter activity. Additionally,
it has the ability to deliver or supply potassium to the brain.
Let’s not forget about the
scrumptious taste and texture of shiitake mushrooms. As a result,
it serves more than a medicinal purpose. In the world of culinary
epicureans, shiitakes are the most-harvested and edible mushrooms
in the universe.
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Shiitake Food tip:
The way to identify a good
shiitake mushrooms entails looking for caps that are firm and
flesh-like. Remember, shiitake mushroom stems are generally
tough and not tasty for eating. To revive dried shiitakes, place
them in a bowl of hot water. Make sure the water covers the
mushroom and soak between 20 to 30 minutes to soften.
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