Shiitaki is the most gourmet of the fresh mushrooms cultivated around the world. Shiitake mushrooms have all the essential amino acids (9) in a higher, more condensed proportion than soy beans, meat, milk or eggs. They provide us with essential vitamins and minerals, among them A,B, B12, C, D and Niacin. They are valued both for their flavor as well as their medicinal benefits.

Shiitake mushrooms' medicinal benefits include:

• They reduce cholesterol
• They strengthen the immune system
• They reduce high blood pressure
• They cure liver diseases
• They diminish the possibility of colds and flu
• They induce the formation of interferon (chemical substance that immunizes cells to virus infections)
• They reduce tumors
• There are clinical studies that prove they have a positive effect against AIDS.
• The button of the Shiitake mushroom has a smooth and spongy texture. Shiitake mushrooms taste better if they are cooked, and they adapt easily to most culinary techniques. They add a meaty sensation to pasta, soups, appetizers, entrées and supplementary dishes. Healthy and nutritious, Shitake mushrooms have the main nutritional qualities to be considered and served as a main dish.
• Currently Shiitake mushrooms constitute one of the main protein sources in Japan, China and several countries in the pacific.

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