One of the oldest known foods, a celebrated superfood and recommended in the UK government’s Eatwell Guide; mushrooms are bioactive, nutritionally-dense powerhouses. Research-proven to have antioxidant, antimutagenic, antitumor, antifungal, hypercholesterolemic, hypoglycemic, hyperlipidemic and immunomodulating properties; gourmet mushrooms make the ideal addition to any meal. Indeed, at Deer Manor, we grow gourmet mushrooms as much for their taste as the health benefits they provide.
Lion’s Mane and Coral Tooth mushrooms may:
- Protect against dementia (see: Burke and Barnes, 2006; Lai et al., 2013; Mori et al., 2011; Tsai-Teng et al., 2016; Zhang et al., 2016; Cheng et al., 2016; Mori et al., 2009)
- Relive symptoms of depression and anxiety (see: Yao et al, 2015; Chiu et al, 2018; Ryu et al., 2018; Brandalise et al, 2017; Nagano et al., 2010)
- Speed recovery from nervous system injuries (see: Samberkar et al., 2015; Kolotushkina et al, 1994; Park et al., 2002; Wong et al., 2011; Lee et al, 2014)
- Protect against digestive ulcers (see: Jiang et al., 2014; Wang et al., 2015; Liu et al., 2016; Shang et al., 2013; Wong et al, 2013; Qin et al., 2016; Diling et al., 2017; Ren et al, 2018; Therkelsen et al., 2016)
- Reduce heart disease risk (see: Choi et al., 2013; Hiwatshi et al., 2010; Mori et al., 2010; Rahman et al., 2014
- Help manage diabetes (see: He et al., 2017; Liang et al., 2013; Wu and Xu, 2015; Yi et al., 2015)
- Fight cancer (see: Li et al., 2010; Lee et al., 2015; Kim et al., 2011; Li et al., 2014; Li et al., 2015; Kim et al., 2013; Li et al., 2014)
- Reduce inflammation and oxidative stress (see: Hou et al., 2015; Abdullah et al., 2011; Qin et al., 2016; Lee et al., 2014; Qin et al., 2016; Han et al., 2013; Hao et al., 2015; Mori et al., 2015)
- Boost the immune system (see: Sheng et al., 2017; Diling et al., 2017; Kim et al., 2012)
Reishi mushrooms may:
- Boost the immune system (see: Lin, 2005; Cheng et al., 2010; Gao et al., 2003; Mandal and Viswanathan, 2014; Chen et al., 2006; Zhang et al., 2007; Wachtel-Galor, 2004)
- Fight fatigue and depression (see: Tang et al., 2005; Zhao, et al., 2011)
- Boost heart health (see: Chu, 2012; Wachtel-Galor, 2004)
- Control blood sugar (see: Xiao, 2012; Pan, 2013; Gao, et al., 2004)
- Combat free radicals (see: Wachtel-Galor, 2004; Chu, 2012)
Enoki mushrooms may:
- Regulate cholesterol and promote brain health (see: Djadjo and Bajaj, 2022)
- Support fatty acid synthesis (see: Sanvictores and Chauhan, 2022)
- Reduce inflammation and oxidative stress (see: Ali et al., 2020; Hajhashemi et al., 2010; Tang et al., 2016)
- Slow cancer cells (see: Zhao et al., 2013; Chen et al., 2015; Yang et al., 2012)
- Support heart health (see: Yeh, 2014; Rahman et al., 2015; Kaishi, 2011; Fukushima et al., 2001; Yang et al., 2002)
- Improve brain function and memory (see: Yang et al., 2011; Zhang et al., 2018; Yang et al., 2015; Yang et al., 2015;
- Enhance immunity (Yan et al., 2014; Chang et al., 2014; Wu et al., 2014; Ryu, 2014; Zhao et al., 2020)
Shiitake mushrooms may:
- Protect against cancer and inflammation (see: Finimundy, 2014; Huang and Nie, 2015; Xu et al., 2012; Meng et al., 2016; Xu, 2014; Patel and Goyal, 2012; Lindequist et al., 2005; Ina et al., 2013)
- Boost heart health (see: Guillamon et al., 2010; Phillips, 2011; Bak et al., 2014_
- Lower cholesterol (see: Kabir et al., 1987; Yang et al., 2013)
- Boost immunity (see: Dai et al., 2015; Xu et al., 2015)
- Provide antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal benefits (see: Lindequist et al., 2005; Lee et al., 2012; Chowdhury et al., 2015)
- Strengthen bones (see: Lee et al., 2009)
Black Pearl and Oyster mushrooms may:
- Reduce inflammation and oxidative stress (see: Alam et al., 2010; Liang and Kitts, 2016; Kaheshani et al., 2019; Beelman et al., 2020; Jayakumar et al., 2007; Abdel-Monem et al., 2020; Abidin et al., 2016)
- Benefit heart health (see: Anandhi, 2013; Schneider et al., 2011; Dicks and Ellinger, 2020)
- Regulate blood sugar (see: Dicks and Ellinger, 2020; Jayasuriya et al., 2014; Khatun et al., 2007; Choudhury et al., 2013)
- Boost immunity (see: Urbancikova et al., 2020; Jesenak et al., 2013; Bergendiova and Majtan, 2011; Tanaka et al., 2015; Seo and Choi, 2021; Younis et al., 2015)
Maitake mushrooms may:
- Fight cancer (see: Kodma et al., 2002; National Cancer Institute US, 2002; Kodama et al., 2005; Masuda et al., 2013)
- Boost immunity (see: Lull et al., 2005; Vetvicka and Vetvickova, 2014; Konno, 2009)
- Lower cholesterol (see: Sato et al., 2013)
- Control blood sugar (see: Chen, 2015)
- Reduce blood pressure (see: Preuss et al., 2010; Kabir and Kimura, 1989)
- Fight PCOS (see: Chen et al., 2010)
Pioppino mushrooms may:
- Protect against neurodegenerative, cardiovascular and immunological diseases (see: Niedzielski et al., 2014)
- Fight hyperuricemia (see: Yong et al., 2018)
- Provide anti-microbial, antifungal and antiviral benefits (see: Petrovic et al., 2014; Ngai et al., 2005)
- Slow aging (see: Niedzielski et al., 2014; Jing et al., 2018
- Fight diabetes (see: Brennan et al., 2012; Kiho et al., 1994
- Fight cancer and inflammation (see: Yang et al., 2005; Diyabalanage et al., 2008; Chen et al., 2012)
- Boost immunity (see: Zheng et al., 2013)
- Stabilise mood (see: Rzymski et al., 2017)
- Lower cholesterol (see: Lo and Cheung, 2005)
- Reduce oxidative stress (see: Tsai et al., 2006)
Chestnut mushrooms may:
- Fight cancer (see: Zhao et al., 2003; Ji et al., 2013)
- Reduce inflammation (see: Zhang et al., 2003)
Our gourmet mushrooms are also fully complement wellbeing and weight-loss diets including Keto, Mediterranean, Paleo, Whole30, DASH. They are also rich sources of Rioflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Selenium, Ergothioneine, Copper, Potassium and Beta-Glucans. We adjust our growing schedule according to season and demand, but can grow any mushroom at any time. If a mushroom mentioned is not currently in store, please request it – we happily grow to order.
