Organic Shiitake Mushroom Powder 3.5 oz (100g)

All Health Ranger Select mushrooms are meticulously sourced for purity and potency and exclusively grown in the USA. Every batch is scrutinized with atomic spectroscopy laboratory testing for lead, cadmium, arsenic and mercury which are often contaminants in lower-grade mushrooms. Our limits are the most stringent in the industry, resulting in the cleanest functional mushrooms available on planet Earth.

Unlike regular mushrooms, functional mushrooms offer health benefits beyond basic nutrition. These mushrooms are naturally rich in biologically active compounds, such as polysaccharides and beta-glucans, which are highly beneficial for supporting a healthy immune system. They are also loaded with vitamin D, antioxidant polyphenols and other immune-supporting nutrients.

As one of the most popular mushrooms on the planet, the shiitake mushroom makes up over a quarter of all mushroom cultivation in the world. Also known as the "black mushroom" or "oakwood mushroom," the shiitake mushroom is highly prized not only for its many health benefits but also for its rich, savory flavor.

According to a study that appeared in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, the shiitake mushroom can support healthy gut and immune functions. This is likely due to its high concentrations of lentinan, a unique polysaccharide that can support optimal immune health. The shiitake mushroom also contains plenty of ergothioneine, polysaccharides, phenols, diterpenoids, alkaloids, sterols and other potent antioxidants that can protect against oxidative stress and support overall health.