Oyster: Medicinal Mushrooms

Posted: 10 Mar 2024 by MYG

Pleurotus ostreatus (or Oyster mushroom) is a medicinal mushroom of scientific interest for its polysaccharide composition, but also for its significant content of other bioactive substances such as dietary fibre, enzymes, phenolic compounds and more.

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What is Pleurotus?

Pleurotus ostreatus (or Oyster mushroom) is a medicinal mushroom of scientific interest for its polysaccharide composition, but also for its significant content of other bioactive substances such as dietary fibre, enzymes, phenolic compounds and more. This species is one of the most marketed and consumed in cooking along with Shiitake. It is also known as ‘Oyster mushroom’,‘Orellana’, ‘Belarri landu’ or ‘Píng Gū’.

Powerful benefits of Pleurotus

Excellent source of dietary fibre: Studies have explored its effects on the immune system and as a prebiotic. It also contains high quality proteins, minerals and vitamins (especially B group), amino acids, fatty acids, and more.

Immune System

Integrative Support

Gastroenterology

Powerful Nutrients in Polyporus

Like Pleurotus eryngii (King oyster mushroom), the oyster mushroom contains protein, polysaccharides, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins and other nutrients, and is low in fat, making it a high-quality food. Its micronutrients include:

• Beta-glucans, supports the immune system which prevents infections.
• Proteoglycans, a protein structure thats helps build connective tissue.
• Triterpenes, a compound with many functions in the body.
• Rich in minerals Calcium, Potassium, Iron, Manganese and Zinc.
• High in B vitamins.
• High in Ergosterol, the precursor of vitamin D.

Products containing King Oyster mushrooms:

• Metamorphosis

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