An article in the Daily Express caught Stalker’s eye - it was on the subject of high blood pressure and what natural foods help regulate it.
“Shiitake mushrooms are rich in a chemical called eritadenine, which seems to block the activity of an enzyme that constricts blood vessels.”
Dr Sarah Brewer noted the eritadenine found in shiitake mushrooms blocks angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in a similar way to the ACE inhibitor class of antihypertensive drugs. Some other edible mushrooms, such as oyster, enoki and porcini also contain eritadenine, but shiitake mushrooms contain the highest amount.
Preclinical studies also suggest shiitake extracts stimulate the removal of excess sodium via the kidneys to reduce fluid retention. Some good shrooms there then.
