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Are Mushrooms Magic?!

Well it depends how you define magic! Mushrooms are packed full of beta-glucans, which not only support the immune system but also support greater diversity in the microbiome. The loss of diversity in the gut bacteria is thought to be linked to loss of cognitive function in aging.

A large symposium of scientists and researchers on aging and the brain agreed that maintaining microbial diversity as we age is a sensible target for maintaining good brain function. Which is where food and lifestyle can play such a key role in future proofing our brains and is how the ‘humble’ mushroom works its magic.

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Crispy Shitake Mushrooms

Sprinkling Crispy Shitake mushrooms over your soups and salads is an easy and delicious way to introduce mushrooms in to your daily diet.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

20-25 minutes

Servings

people

Ingredients

• 100 grams Shitake Mushrooms
• 1.5 tbls olive oil
• 0.5 tsp Smoke Paprika
• 1 clove garlic Diced or mix up fermented garlic in to the oil
• Salt and Pepper

Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 20-25 minutes Servings people Ingredients 100 grams Shitake Mushrooms 1.5 tbls olive oil 0.5 tsp Smoke Paprika 1 clove garlic Diced or mix up fermented garlic in to the oil Salt and Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200 deg Celsius
2. Slice mushrooms and spread out on a baking tray
3. Cover with oil, paprika, garlic and season with salt and pepper
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy

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