Contains
18 amino acids, is a mainstay of the Japanese diet
2oz Bottle, Code 3578
$27.95
Shitake Mushroom
is an adaptogen and immunostimulant. It is high in B vitamins, protein,
enzymes, and essential amino acids.
From Herbal
Descriptions by Truman Berst:
#3578 SHITAKE MUSHROOM (Lentinus edodes) "Shii" comes from
the Shii Tree, Quercus cuspidata, which is an Oak of central/southern
Japan where the shiitake grows. "Take" means mushroom in Japanese.
Shiitake is a mainstay in the Japanese diet - very high in nutrition.
Shitake Mushroom contains 18 amino acids ( 7-8 of which are essential)
and over 30 enzymes. Eritadenine is a unique amino acid believed to
lower cholesterol. Shitake Mushroom is high in B vitamins, especially
B1, B2 and niacin; and in its sun-dried form, it provides vitamin D
(found in very few foods). Oriental herbalists have used wild Shitake
Mushroom medicinally for many years; Oriental folklore recommends its
use for tumors, flu, heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, sexual
dysfunction, and aging. The past two decades have provided well documented
clinical studies showing that Shitake Mushroom helps to decrease cholesterol;
3 ounces of shiitake per day can decrease cholesterol by as much as
12% per week. Shitake Mushroom is an enhancer of the immune system,
and it may stimulate production of interferon. According to Kisaka Mori,
Ph.D., Shitake Mushroom is high in enzymes and vitamins not usually
found in plant foods. In studies, extract form has helped to prevent
transplanted tumors from taking hold. Possible indications for use of
Shitake Mushroom include: heart disease, cancer, AIDS, high cholesterol,
gallstones, stomach disorders, ulcers, diabetes, vitamin deficiency,
anemia, common cold, allergies, insomnia, and neuromuscular disorders.
Use 6-12 drops
in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times
daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children.
Contains
18 amino acids, is a mainstay of the Japanese diet
