Mushroom Species

Meshima (Phellinus linteus) is a hard, hoof-shaped mushroom used in traditional Asian medicine for centuries. Laboratory and animal studies suggest it contains compounds, including polysaccharides and …

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Enoki mushroom (Flammulina velutipes, sometimes labeled Flammulina filiformis) is a long, thin, white mushroom sold in clusters and used widely in Asian cooking. It is low in calories, provides fiber …

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King trumpet mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii) is a large, meaty-textured mushroom in the oyster mushroom family. It is low in calories and fat, contains measurable amounts of ergothioneine and …

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The oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) is a low-calorie, high-fiber food that supplies meaningful protein, potassium, B vitamins, and one of the highest levels of the antioxidant ergothioneine …

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