Benefits of Mushrooms
We all know mushrooms as a fungus species. Along with that, it is also a very healthy food. Mushrooms contain penicillin, an antibiotic that is beneficial for humans and also very enjoyable to eat. It contains protein, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antibiotics, and antioxidants. Let’s learn about the health benefits of mushrooms – mushrooms contain irritadine, lovastatin, entadin, chitin, and vitamins B, C, and D, which help in reducing cholesterol, maintaining regular blood pressure, and improving heart health when consumed regularly. Mushrooms contain abundant amounts of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D, which are very effective in children’s teeth and bone formation. Mushrooms are quite beneficial in preventing cancer and tumors. They also help in preventing hepatitis B and jaundice. Mushrooms help in relieving anemia or blood deficiency. Mushrooms help in digesting food. Mushrooms contain niacin and riboflavin which are beneficial for the skin. The 80-90% water content in mushrooms keeps the skin soft and supple. These essential antioxidants protect the body from various diseases such as stroke, nervous system disorders, and cancer.
Mineral salt in mushrooms helps in increasing eyesight. Mushroom fiber or chitin helps in maintaining a healthy digestive system for a long time. Mushrooms regulate sugar levels in the blood and help in weight loss. A study published in FASEB reveals that consuming white mushrooms instead of red meat helps in weight loss.
Method of Eating Mushrooms
Fresh mushrooms:
Fresh mushrooms can be cooked and eaten like any other vegetable. In addition, when mixed with any cooked item, its taste increases manifold. Fresh mushrooms can be cut into pieces after washing and used in any natural cooking (from mashed to curry, pilaf to meat, Chinese, various fast food).
Powdered mushrooms:
Powdered mushrooms can be mixed with soup, tea, coffee, Horlicks, or milk and consumed. In addition, it can be cooked and eaten with any paste or cooked item like chili powder or turmeric.
Dried mushrooms:
Dried mushrooms should be soaked in hot water for 10 minutes. When soft, cook them in various cooked items like fresh mushrooms.