Our organic shiitake powder is a pale brown, fine powder made from the fruiting body of the shiitake mushroom, also known as Lentinus edodes. The mushroom bodies are harvested, dried, granulated and then ground into a fine powder. The shiitake mushroom is native to East Asia and is one of the most commonly cultivated mushrooms in the world, the Japanese shii referring to the tree around which it first grew.
Shiitake, which has been consumed medicinally in Asia for centuries, is rich in polysaccharides (our variety is 3%) and other controlled bioactive compounds, which are probably responsible for many of its health benefits.
Shiitake contains lentinan, a polysaccharide extracted from Lentinula edodes and used in dietary supplements. It also contains β-glucan, a major bioactive component. This mushroom is now also revered for its culinary properties.
It is certified to EU organic standards under Regulation (EU) 2018/848 and the Soil Association's British Organic Standards code GBORG-05.
Organic; Vegan; Natural materials; Not-irradiated; Artificial flavorless; Free-from artificial coloring; Preservative-free; BSE/TSE-free; GMO free; No added sugars; Allergen free; Fat-free; Free from saturated fat; Sugar-free; Rich in dietary fiber; Rich in protein; Especially low in sodium/salt
Dosage, recommended use, storage
One dose = 1 g
1 dose per day
Storage: In a well-closed, dry, cool, sun-protected place, out of the reach of children
Ingredients
100% organic shiitake mushroom (lentinula edodes)
Table of ingredients
| Energy | 1140 kJ/272 kcal |
| Fat | 0,2 g |
| - of which saturated fatty acids | 0,1 g |
| - of which monounsaturated fatty acid | 0,1 g |
| - of which polyunsaturated fatty acid | 0,1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 26,6 g |
| - of which sugar | 0,1 g |
| Fibre | 42,3 g |
| Protein | 20,1 g |
| Salt | 0,03 g |
Average values. We regularly review our nutritional information.
Cautions
- DosageDo not exceed the recommended daily dose!
- QualityBeing a natural product, the nutritional properties may change depending on environmental conditions and over time.
Important health warnings
Statements
ALLERGEN STATEMENT
We hereby certify that this product does not contain any substances causing allergies or intolerances as ingredients or by possibility of cross contamination. The list of allergens which are likely to cause adverse reactions in susceptible individuals is provided in Annex II of Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. Please note that this statement is based on the information provided by the manufacturer of the product.
CONTAMINANTS
Heavy Metals (lead, cadmium, mercury, tin, arsenic) According to Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006 and 629/2008.
Mycotoxins (aflatoxins, ochratoxin A, patulin) According to Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006.
Nitrates According to Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006.
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) According to Regulation (EU) No 2015/1933
DEHYDRATION FACTOR
8 kg fresh mushroom required to make 1 kg dried mushroom.
GMO FREE
This product is not subject to genetic modifications. Process controls are in place to ensure no accidental contamination with genetically modified materials, or materials derived thereafter, can occur. We hereby certify that this product is not subject to labeling under EU Regulations 1829/2003/EC and 1830/2003/EC on genetically modified food and feed.
PESTICIDES
This product complies with the requirements outlined in Regulation (EU) No. 2018/848 (and consecutive amendments). It also complies with Soil Association strict organic farming standards. During the manufacturing process the product and the packaging materials are not exposed to pesticides or pesticide residues. Pesticides are not stored on site, nor used in the manufacturing or warehousing areas.
IRRADIATION AND ETHYLENE OXIDE
We declare that the product listed above is not treated with ionizing radiation (r2) or ethylene oxide (EtO) for any purposes and as such are free of gamma ray and ethylene oxide residue and complies with the EU regulation 1999/3/EC
BSE STATEMENT
This product is manufactured exclusively from plant source, and does not contain any components from animal origin. It has not been derived from any animal source, and has not come into contact with any components of animal origin.
RESIDUAL SOLVENTS
No residual solvents are used in the manufacturing process.
LEVEL OF UNDESIRABLE SUBSTANCES
The strictly controlled production process of this product ensures that the undesirable substances levels (heavy metals, PAH, mycotoxins, etc.) are below the limits identified by EU legislation (Commission regulation No 2073/2005, No 1881/2006 and consecutive amendments), including the recommendations provided by EFSA on food contaminants.
ANIMAL TESTING STATEMENT
We confirms that we do not conduct or commission animal testing of any products.
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