Mushrooms are a good source of B vitamins, including riboflavin, niacin, and pantothenic acid. It help to provide energy by breaking down proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
Many mushrooms are also good sources of selenium, an antioxidant mineral, as well as copper, niacin, potassium and phosphorous. Additionally, mushrooms provide protein, vitamin C and iron.
Mushroom in Different Languages:
- English - Mushroom
- Afrikaans - sampioen
- French - champignon
- Italian - fungo
- Spanish - seta
Vitamins:
- Riboflavin - 24%
- Niacin - 18 %
- Pantothenic Acid - 15%
- Vitamin D - 5%
Nutrients:
- Protein - 6%
- Dietary Fiber - 4%
- Carbohydrate - 1%
- Calories - 1%
Minerals:
- Copper - 16%
- Salenium - 13%
- Phosphorus - 9%
- Potassium - 9%
Health Benefits:
- Protects diabetics from infections
- Helps lower cholesterol levels
- Prevents breast and prostate cancer
- Helps lose weight
- Stimulates absorption of iron
- Improves bone health
- Boosts immune system
- Reduces blood pressure
