The Magic of Mushrooms

Mushrooms are good sources of vitamin D, B vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, fiber and prebiotics. They are low in calories and sodium, as well as being gluten free.

Mushrooms boost immunity by fighting viruses, bacteria and yeast. Mushrooms can be used in a weight loss program, they help to fight cancer and aid in nerve cell regeneration.

Most mushrooms are about 90% water by weight, but what makes up the remaining 10% is what mushrooms are all about. Mushrooms contain protein, fiber and a small amount of fat, along with vitamins and minerals including potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium and zinc.

They also contain many bioactive molecules, including terpenoids, steroids, phenols and all of the essential amino acids. Mushrooms also contain polysaccharides, which have a variety of beneficial properties, including:

• Anti-inflammatory
• Hypoglycemic
• Anti-ulcer
• Anti-tumorigenic
• Immuno-stimulating

Mushrooms have been used for their medicinal properties for centuries. In ancient Egypt, mushrooms were thought to bring longevity.

Never gather and eat wild mushrooms, since they can be poisonous and can cause sickness or death.

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