Oyster Mushroom

The Oysters are one of the most cultivated mushrooms in the world, next to Button and Shiitake mushrooms. Obviously, they get their name from an uncanny resemblance to fresh-shucked oysters. Besides, they are soft and have a slightly chewy texture. In addition, the wild ones can develop a slight aroma of anise, while cultivated varieties are milder in flavor, featuring a slight seafood aroma and taste. Aside from the fact that Oyster mushrooms, like many other mushrooms, are one of the few plant sources of vitamin D, they are also one of the best mushroom sources of the ergothioneine antioxidant, which decreases inflammation in the body. Recent research concluded that this antioxidant can even reduce instances of cardiovascular disease by preventing plaque build-up in the arteries. Oyster mushrooms are also good sources of protein, fiber, postassium, vitamin B6 and folate. Yep, you can get all of these nutrients and benefits from one mushroom named “Oyster”. Wonderful, isn’t it?