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Shiitake

Also known as: lentinula edodes, lentinus edodes, shiitake mushrooms

Safe

Shiitake is a whole-food edible mushroom providing B vitamins, copper, and beta-glucans. Generally safe; rare cases of shiitake dermatitis from raw consumption.

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1,225 products

What it is

Edible mushroom (Lentinula edodes) used fresh or dried.

Whole-food ingredient; provides umami flavor and texture.

Why it's flagged

What regulators actually say

"Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) have been studied for their potential immunomodulatory and cardiovascular health effects."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Whole food; no additive regulation.

European Union — EFSA

Whole food; permitted ingredient.

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