Shiitake Supplements
Cardiovascular and immune support with culinary roots.
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Which Mushrooms Have the Most Ergothioneine (And Why Cooking May Help)
A 2026 lab study measured ergothioneine across nine mushroom species and tested frying and pressure cooking. Here is what it found and what it did not measure.
By Ashley Chong

Shiitake Eritadenine Explained (How It Alters Liver Lipids)
We tracked the science behind eritadenine, shiitake's purine alkaloid, to understand how it blocks hepatic enzymes and shifts systemic lipid metabolism.
By Ashley Chong

Combining Probiotics and Mushrooms (Why Bacteria Need Fungi)
Taking probiotics without feeding them is a waste of money. Learn how the beta-glucans in turkey tail and shiitake extracts help good bacteria multiply.
By Ashley Chong

Ergothioneine Explained (Why Your Cells Crave This Mushroom Compound)
Ergothioneine is a rare antioxidant found in mushrooms that acts as cellular defense. Discover why humans have a dedicated transporter for this fungal compound.
By Ashley Chong

Shiitake Extract for Dogs (What Veterinary Studies Actually Show)
We reviewed the latest veterinary trials tracking how shiitake mushroom extracts impact canine cholesterol, antioxidants, and immune function.
By Ashley Chong
