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Dried 'Fal Oyster' Mushroom Selection 30g

Dried 'Fal Oyster' Mushroom Selection 30g

£7.50
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A bag of Falmouth Oysters. Some might say the real kind, although we couldn't possibly comment on that. What we do know is that this selection of locally cultivated Oyster Mushrooms contains an umami rich hit list of our freshest, tastiest & most interesting gourmet strains. Our Oysters are dried slow & low to lock in all the freshness and goodness of these tasty beauties, ensuring that they're ready to go whenever you are. A true kitchen cupboard secret weapon.

In addition, these dried Oysters can be used to make your own tinctures and extracts. They can even be powdered and added to meals & drinks.

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Benefits

The Oyster mushroom is well known for its excellence as a culinary fungi. Widely cultivated by professional and amateur mycologists alike. Regularly spotted in the local woodland and your local farmers market in equal measure. However, this dependable ‘fungi next door’ image hides a powerful secret.

Oyster mushrooms naturally produce Lovastatin, an organic compound that when marketed pharmaceutically under various brand names is used to lower blood cholesterol. They are also rich in the amino acid ergothioneine, which makes P. ostreatus a potentially powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. This amazing mushroom packs high levels of β-glucans, ergosterol and other metabolites including polysaccharides, which could act as an anticoagulant, helping the body to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. In addition, their flavonoid & phenolic content demonstrate potential antimicrobial action, particularly antifungal and antibacterial effects, which could help the body fight infection.

Key Beneficial Compounds include: ß-glucans & polysaccharides inc. Pleuron & Ergothioneine, adaptogenic antioxidant Lovastatin, Minerals (Potassium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese), Amino Acids, Vitamins B1, B2, B12, C, D, E, K.

You can read the scientific research & studies here.

Potential Benefits

Rehydration Steps

To rehydrate, pop your dried Oyster Mushrooms into a bowl & fully cover with water. Place a plate or pan lid on top to keep them submerged.

For best results use room temperature water (takes 1-2 hours), or reduce the time to 20 mins using hot (not boiling) water, but you may lose some flavour. Drain, gently squeeze out any excess water, and cook just like fresh.

Disclaimer

Fungi have been used for millennia for their purported health benefits. Meta studies in this field are sparse, and at the time of printing, these claims are hard to verify at scale. Mushrooms are understudied in western culture, and legislation around them is constantly shifting. Therefore, our products are sold as ingredients & food supplements, and are not to be used as a substitute for medical treatment, or a healthy balanced diet and lifestyle. Falfungi & its representatives make no claims as to the medicinal use of their products. Please consult a qualified health practitioner if you are nursing, pregnant or concerned about potential contraindications.