All you need to know about mushrooms

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There are many different types of mushrooms, but of them only about half are edible and most are white. Each type of mushroom has its own shape, texture and flavor, so many different dishes can be made from mushrooms. Knowing the information about mushrooms will help you use the right way.

1. Nutritional value of mushrooms

Mushrooms are an all-natural multivitamin, including B vitamins like B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin) and B5 (pantothenic acid), vitamin D. In addition, mushrooms are also very rich. protein, fiber and minerals such as potassium and calcium. Although the composition of mushrooms is up to 90% water, mushrooms provide many different nutritional values.

2. Health benefits of mushrooms

Edible mushrooms not only provide energy for the body but also bring many health benefits such as antibacterial, lower cholesterol, healthy immune system, prevention or treatment of high blood pressure, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and some types of cancer. Here are the specific effects of some mushrooms:
Portabella mushrooms are rich in potassium: The rich amount of potassium in Portabellas mushrooms is important for the health of muscles, heart and nervous system. When we look for foods rich in potassium, we usually think of bananas or potatoes. But Portabella mushrooms have a higher potassium content than bananas, only 2⁄3 cups of mushrooms provide the same amount of potassium as a medium banana. Porcini mushrooms (pine mushrooms) are rich in antioxidants: Vegetables and fruits are often known to be antioxidant-rich foods, however, mushrooms are the best source of antioxidants, with 2 types. are ergothioneine and glutathione. Among many mushrooms, Porcini mushrooms contain the most of these two types of antioxidants, with high anti-aging effects, in addition they also help treat Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. With the above special benefits, mushrooms are considered a valuable source of medicinal herbs. There have been many mushroom supplements or mushroom extracts, mushroom powders designed to improve health. But it should be noted that these products are not prescription drugs. Researchers have been and will continue to study mushrooms for medicine.

3. Are mushrooms dangerous?

There are at least 14,000 different types of mushrooms, of which only about half are edible, and there are about 70 - 80 poisonous mushrooms. Most poisonous mushrooms will cause poisoning, but a few can lead to death.
To ensure safety when using mushrooms, it is best to buy mushrooms from reputable addresses such as grocery stores, supermarkets instead of picking mushrooms in the wild. Here are some symptoms of mushroom poisoning to watch out for:
Nausea and vomiting Cramps Diarrhea These are typical mushroom poisoning symptoms that appear within 4 hours of consuming mushrooms. Most cases of mushroom poisoning can be resolved if you drink a lot of water so that the body can eliminate the toxins of mushrooms. However, to be sure, you should contact your doctor immediately if you have any of the above symptoms of mushroom poisoning.

4. Healthy diet and weight loss with mushrooms

Although mushrooms are not a miracle weight loss food, they can support weight loss very well, because mushrooms have almost no calories. Using mushrooms as a substitute for meat not only helps in healthy weight loss, but also helps us enjoy meals with delicious taste.

5. Suggestions on how to cook edible mushrooms

Grilling or sautéing mushrooms on high heat is the best way to have a delicious and naturally sweet mushroom dish. However, this cooking method reduces the antioxidants present in the mushrooms. In order not to change the amount of antioxidants of mushrooms, nutritionists suggest that you can use the microwave to bake mushrooms.
Here are some suggestions on how to make edible mushrooms into delicious, nutritious dishes:
Mushroom sandwich or burger: Bake portabella mushrooms at 350 degrees Celsius for about 15-20 minutes, results Pair it with beef and you've got a delicious beef and mushroom sandwich that's low in calories and fat. Mushroom soup, sauteed pasta with mushrooms: Chop crimini mushrooms (mushrooms) and add them to savory dishes like soups or pasta for a main course. Or saute mushrooms in olive oil and serve with eggs for breakfast. Mushroom pizza: You can use portabella mushrooms (table mushrooms) to make the filling of pizza with tomato sauce, pineapple, olives, cherry tomatoes, grated mozzarella cheese. Sauteed Mushrooms with Garlic Butter: The simplest way to prepare mushrooms is to saute mushrooms with butter or olive oil, garlic, shallots and seasonings (salt, pepper, ...). Any type of mushroom can be prepared with this method and can be eaten with main courses. Mushrooms are a nutrient-dense food that is very good for health. You can use mushrooms to replace meat to have a healthy diet, support weight loss but still ensure all the necessary nutrients.

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Reference source: webmd.com