The Oyster Mushroom | Benefits and Nutrition Facts

What is the oyster mushroom? These are species like Pleurotus ostreatus and Pleurotus eryngii (also known a king oyster or king trumpet).

There are several reasons why these particular fungi are becoming so popular in recent times. Not just for their taste but also 5 main nutritional benefits we discuss in this video. Chapter Timestamps are provided below so you can go straight to preferred topic if desired.

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Christopher Hobbs’s Medicinal Mushrooms: The Essential Guide
Immunomodulatory effect of pleuran (β-glucan from Pleurotus ostreatus)
Pleuran (β-glucan from Pleurotus ostreatus) supplementation
Antihypercholesterolemic and antioxidative effects of an extract of the oyster mushroom
Is ergothioneine a ‘longevity vitamin’ limited in the American diet?
Ergothioneine as a Natural Antioxidant Against Oxidative Stress-Related Diseases
The biology of ergothioneine, an antioxidant nutraceutical
Anti-inflammatory activity of edible oyster mushroom
Total Phenolic Contents and Antioxidant Activities in Vitro of White Oyster Mushroom
Vitamin D from UV-Irradiated Mushrooms as a Way for Vitamin D Supplementation
Selenium uptake by edible oyster mushrooms Pleurotus sp
Enrichment of mushrooms: An interesting strategy for the acquisition of lithium

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Video Chapter Timestamps
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00:13 What are Oyster Mushrooms?
00:58 Types of Oyster Mushroom
01:43 What Do They Taste Like?
02:07 5 Benefits of Oyster Mushroom
07:15 How to Use
07:45 Cultural Culinary Use

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Disclaimer: All information in this video is for educational and general purposes only and is the personal view of the authors; not intended as medical advice, diagnosis or prescription. This content has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a medical professional to seek treatment for any health issue or medical concern.

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Important to note that yellow oyster mushrooms have the most ergothionine by a wide margin.

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