Mushrooms
Mushrooms are a nutrient dense food rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Protein
Low fat
Carbs
Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Zinc
Selenium
Vitamin
Vitamin D
Folate
Choline
Copper
Phosphorus
Niacin
B Vitamins
Boost immune system and Anticancer effects
Studies have shown that Selenium properties that are anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory with the potential of reducing the risk of cancer, heart diseases, thyroid disease, and cognitive decline. Florida’s Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition found that eating shiitake mushrooms daily improves immunity. Mushrooms in general also have anti-inflammatory power.
Improves heart health
Mushrooms are high fiber, potassium, and vitamin C in mushrooms may contribute to cardiovascular health.Mushrooms have also been shown to lower cholesterol and balancing LDH and HDL which is essential is essential in the prevention of various cardiovascular diseases like atherosclerosis, heart attack, and stroke.
Lowers blood sugar and the risk of diabetes
Low-carb fat diets can significantly lower blood sugar and insulin levels.
Mushrooms contain natural insulin and enzymes which help the breaking down of sugar or starch in food helping to stabilize blood sugar, preventing levels from spiking after meals.
Bone health
Mushrooms are rich in calcium and antioxidants essential nutrient in the formation and strengthening of bones
Aids healthy digestion and gut health
They are prebiotic, which means they nourish the good bacteria in your gut. They’ve also been found to balance the microbiome’s beneficial bacteria, such as Acidophilus and Bifidobacterium.
Lowers blood sugar and the risk of diabetes
Shiitake have shown to be high in potassium content. Potassium acts as a vasodilator, relaxing tension in blood vessels and, therefore, assisting in reducing blood pressure.
Weight management
Mushrooms are rich in dietary fibers and low in calories which increase satiety and reduces appetite.