Shiitake mushroom is a natural immune system booster containing compounds such as beta-glucans that activate immune cells like macrophages, natural killer cells, and T-cells, aiding the body in fighting diseases and infections. Shiitake also contains lentinan, a bioactive compound that has been shown to inhibit tumor growth and prevent the proliferation of cancer cells. Moreover, Shiitake is known to lower cholesterol levels, neutralize free radicals, and reduce oxidative stress, thereby protecting cells from oxidative damage.
- Sources:
- wikipedia.org/wiki/Shiitake
- Consuming Lentinula edodes (Shiitake) Mushrooms Daily Improves Human Immunity
- Combining the Anticancer and Immunomodulatory Effects of Astragalus and Shiitake as an Integrated Therapeutic Approach
- Memorial Sloan Kettering cancer center
- National Library of Medicine
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