Using Both I’s: Shiitake Mushroom Log Kits
Consumers can grow their own shiitake mushrooms, which grow wild on the Asian "shii" tree and are now cultivated on oak logs. Shiitakes strengthen the immune system and contain the antiviral compound interferon. Lost Creek Mushroom Farm produces log kits.
Perkins, OK (PRWEB)December 3, 2003 -- “Shiitake” has two ‘i’s’ because for
centuries the mushrooms were harvested in the wild from the Asian "shii" tree
for their delicious flavor, non-fat high protein content, and medicinal potency.
Today they are grown on oak logs, available in shiitake log kits from Lost Creek
Mushroom Farm.
Shiitakes have two important health properties, both of
which start with the letter I: Immune system and Interferon. Shiitakes contain
polysaccharides that stimulate and enhance the immune system. Interferon is a
protein that attacks and kills viruses. In addition, shiitakes are known to
lower both blood pressure and cholesterol.
Mushroom lovers can grow
shiitakes in the family room or outdoors in the garden with a Lost Creek
Mushroom Farm shiitake mushroom log kit.
The kits contain all-natural
hardwood logs ready to grow mushrooms. According to shiitake farmer Doug
Williams of Lost Creek Mushroom Farm, “The logs will grow a crop every two
months for three to four years. They need normal room light or outdoor shade.
Soaking every two weeks keeps the mushroom cells growing inside the log, and
“shocking” it with ice water starts the mushrooms growing. They push out through
the bark and are ready to eat in six to ten days.”
Log kits are
guaranteed and include instructions, a recipe booklet and a soaking
tray.
Two logs will produce a harvest of shiitakes every month by
alternating the producing log.
Large kits with trays are $43.50 for a
19-20 inch log, or two for $75. Small kits are $38.50 for a 13-14 inch log or 2
for $65. Prices include shipping and handling.
The Shiitake Sampler
cookbook, at $6.95, has 51 shiitake recipes, ideal for enhancing the protein
content of vegetable dishes and the flavor of meat and egg dishes.
For
more information or to order online, go to www.shiitakemushroomlog.com or www.cowboy.net/~lcmf. Order
or request a free brochure by phone at 1-800-792-0053 or by mail to Lost Creek
Mushroom Farm, PO Box 520, Perkins, OK 74059-0520.
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