Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) offer numerous health benefits, such as boosting immunity and helping to manage cholesterol. With a diversity of amino acids, shiitake mushrooms contain all ...

Shiitake-Derived Functional Food Shows Suppression of Liver Fibrosis Progression Dec. 19, 2024 — A research team found out how AHCC, a standardized extract of cultured Lentinula edodes mycelia ...

They are often grown indoors in a soil-like substrate made of compost and peat. Shiitake mushrooms, scientifically known as Lentinula edodes, grow naturally on hardwood logs, such as oak or chestnut.

Apr. 8, 2025 — A new study maps how specific lactic acid bacteria can enhance both the flavor and nutritional quality of plant-based dairy alternatives. The findings may have wide-reaching ...