Mushrooms Shiitake

The shiitake mushroom is an edible variety of mushroom and is not associated with severe adverse reactions. Mild sde effects such as skin rashes or gastrointestinal upsets have been reported. The recommended dosage for general health maintenance ... 

Lentinan, a derivative of the shiitake mushroom, is proving to be valuable in boosting the body s immune s/stem and may prolong the survival time of patients with cancer by supporting immunity. In Japan, lentinan is commonly used to treat cancer. Additional possible benefits of this herb are to lower cholesterol levels by increasing the rate at which cholesterol is excreted from the body. Under no circumstances should shiitake or lentinan be used for cancer or any serious illness without consulting a primary health care provider. 

Edible plant foods usually contain less than 1 Xgg-1, although some plants, such as Shiitake mushroom, pearly barley and garlic, contain appreciably higher amounts5. 

Leatham, G. F. Leonard, T. J. In Shiitake Mushrooms a National Symposium and Trade Show, Alternative Crop Center, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, 1989 pp 19-28. 

Liu, J.-R, Peng, J.-R, Chi, Y.-G., and Jiang, G.-B., Determination of formaldehyde in shiitake mushroom by ionic liquid-based liquid-phase microextraction coupled with liquid chromatography, Talanta, 65, 705-709, 2005. 

Lenlinan, found in shiitake mushrooms, possesses immunostimulant and antitumoral properties. Lentinan can also prevent platelet adhesion, which causes the clots responsible for coronary artery disease and strokes. 

Trithiolanes have received increasing attention since the identification of diastereomeric 3,5-dimethyl-l,2,4-trithiolane in the volatiles of boiled beef (13). The parent 1,2,4-trithiolane is a component of Shiitake mushrooms (14) and red algae (15). In addition to 3,5-dimethyl-l,2,4-trithiolane, Kubota et al. (16) identified 3-methyl-5-ethyl-l,2,4-trithiolane and 3,5-diethyl-l,2,4-tri-thiolane in both syn and anti forms in boiled Antarctic Gulls. Both compounds were described as garlicky. Flament and co-workers (17) reported the identification of 3-methyl-5-ethyl-l,2,4-trithiolane and 3-methyl-5-isopropyl-l,2,4-trithiolane in a commercial beef extract. ... 

Y. Ogra, K. Ishiwata, J. Ruiz Encinar, R. Lobinski, K. Suzuki, Speciation of selenium in selenium-enriched shiitake mushroom, Lentinula edodes, Anal. Bioanal. Chem., 379 (2004), 861D 866. 

The nucleotides include disodium 5 -ino-sinate (IMP), adenosine monophosphate (AMP), disodium 5 -guanylate (GMP), and disodium xanthylate (XMP). IMP is found predominantly in meat, poultry, and fish AMP is found in vegetables, crustaceans, and mollusks GMP is found in mushrooms, especially shiitake mushrooms. 

Levy AM, Kita H, Philips F, Schkade PA, Dyer PD, Gleich GJ, Dubravec VA Eosinophilia and gastrointestinal symptoms after ingestion of shiitake mushrooms. J Allergy Clin Immunol... 

Chen, C. C., Ho, C. T. (1986). Identification of sulfiirous compounds of Shiitake Mushroom (Lentinus edodes, Lange Sing). J. Agric. Food Chem., 34, 830-833. 

The edible Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) are another rich source of sulfur compounds, cyclic and noncyclic. Blending of the fresh mushrooms with water at pH = 7 followed by pentane extraction and GC/MS analysis of the extract showed Me2 S3 as one of the major constituents (besides various disulfanes). When the blending was carried out at pH = 9.0, at which enzymes have their maximum activity, additional S compounds like Mc2S4 and cyclic species (see below) were extracted and detected by GC/MS. This result clearly shows that the work-up procedure does influence the kind of products to be detected. 

Parkia speciosa (mimosaceae species) Lentinus edodes (Shiitake mushroom) ... 

The major advantage of the seunpling technique developed, was that some trace chemicals could be trapped tind described for the first time as Black Truffle aroma constituents. In particular, some compounds, important flavor contributors, generally appearing in small concentrations, such as benzaldehyde, propanal, ethyl acetate, anisole or dimethyl disulfide - previously identified in Shiitake mushrooms (9) - could be characterized. This was also the case for three aromatic compounds, toluene, xylene and ethyl benzene, well known as raw vegetable constituents (1 ). In addition, two aliphatic esters, isopropyl and sec-butyl formates, and one cyclic sulfur compound (2-formyl thiophene) previously reported respectively in plums and apples (W) and in coffee and bread products (n) were identified. 

Other species of mushrooms are also cultivated, including the shiitake Cortinellus berkeleyanus), a popular ingredient in oriental cooking. The shiitake mushroom is cultivated on rotting logs and is typically dried for storage. 

Artichoke s signature dish is, of course, their whole stuffed artichoke. The artichoke is steamed then stuffed with breadcrumbs, spinach, roasted red peppers and peas. A wonderful honey Dijon mustard dipping sauce is served on the side. On the entree list is the tempeh or tofu delight, a macrobiotic dish of broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, shiitake mushrooms and dulce served over rice. Also inviting is the garlic-broccoli ziti, a simple pasta dish flavored with garlic and olive oil. 

Dinners have more pizzazz. The vegetable cashew saute - still-crispy broccoli, snow peas, shiitake mushrooms, bean sprouts and cashews in a light sauce - is excellent. Being so close to the sea, it s hard to pass up the Thai shrimp. Non-vegetarians will appreciate fresh shrimp with red peppers and scallions in a coconut sauce. 

Unfortunately, vegetarian restaurants downtown are still few. Tiny Tea House Noodles (1900 E. 6th St., a 216-623-9131) serves downtown s temp workers an inspiring lunch. Noodle bowls full of bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, and cabbage go for about 3 a pop. It s a bargain that s hard to pass up. 

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