Shiitake mushroom is beneficial for symptoms such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol in western science.
In Yakuzen, shiitake mushroom is known as a superfood. It replenishes vital energy (Qi) and helps you with the spleen (and stomach) related symptoms such as poor appetite and upper stomach pain.

Nature – Neutral （平）
Channels – Stomach (胃)
Flavor – Sweet (甘)

How does shiitake mushroom help you?

1. Replenishes vital energy (Qi) and strengthens your spleen and stomach.

2. Improves Vital energy (Qi) flow.

Good for the following symptoms.

1. Poor appetite

2. Chronic fatigue

3. Bloating stomach

4. Upper stomach pain

Cautions

It's very important to know about your body conditions before choosing foods.
Do not eat too much of particular foods at once.
Do not eat the foods you are allergic to.
There are foods to avoid if you are pregnant / have a disease and also for children. Ask your doctor before you start Yakuzen food therapy.