Friday, October 1, 2010

Shiitake Mushrooms for Beauty & Skin


Used in Asian cultures for thousands of years, shiitake mushrooms can be eaten or used topically for beautiful skin and to prevent premature aging.

Shiitake mushrooms are packed full of nutrition for skin health. They are rich in protein (18%), fats, polysaccharides, lignans, vitamins, minerals, and soluble fiber. Shiitake contains all eight essential amino acids in well-balanced proportions as well as a good blend of vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, B, B12, C, D potasium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and niacin. Lentinan (LTN), an immunostimulant found in shiitakes, is responsible for many of it's legendary health benefits.

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