Mushroom or crimini exist in all parts of the world. We can use them in salads, casseroles and even as a meat substitute as I have tried with some friends of ours. This rather interesting Fungi is unique, edible and offers many positive nutrients to help our bodily functions function as they should. They also have many protective measures against many health conditions which can help us live, longer and healthier lives. The mushroom come in many different sizes and colors. They vary in names and can be used in different dishes. Growing up we would eat them at salad bars in occasions when we would go out to eat, but as a close friend of our introduced us to eating it as a burger it was delicious. She cooked them on a grill with a brush of butter and added some mozzarella cheese and there you go a burger. The mushroom had some what of a consistency and meaty texture which fit well for my vegetarian ways. So lets read on and learn the benefits of this fungi. Enjoy!
Health Benefits "GAINS" of the MUSHROOM
* Good source of Zinc- immune function
* Contain Antioxidants- scavenger for free radicals and damage to cells
* An excellent source of Niacin- protective against Rheumatoid Arthritis
* Good source of Selenium- reduces the amount of free radicals, co factor for many antioxidants, and reduces the risk for Cancer
* Contains Iron- essential for carrying capacity of oxygen to tissues, reduces the risk for Anemias
* Good source of B-Complex Vitamins- essential for lipid, carbohydrate metabolism in the body
* Excellent in Riboflavin (B2)- necessary for energy production pathways (such as heart and lungs, that always need oxygen)
* Good source of Fiber- regularity and promotes GI Health
Ways to "INDULGE" include in our road to healthy eating and well being
* Mixed and sauteed with other vegetables
* Add to salads
* Add to casseroles, lasagna, or tuna salads
* Include as a side dish
* Mixed with meat (chicken, beef, or tofu)
* Add to pizza
* Make a mushroom burger instead of using meat
* Use as meat substitute
* Stuff them with cheese and vegetables
* Put them in omelets
Here are just a few ways to include and intrigue in this mushroom's beneficial benefits. They carry many nutrients and vitamins essential for many functions in our bodies. Help in reducing the risk for cancer and many other health conditions. Mushrooms have been used for medicinal purposes and also some consider it for immortality. Enjoy!
Eat Well.
Nutribug*-*
This blog was intended to advice you in some of the health benefits of certain foods, some information may contain opinion by the writer, findings through resources on the web, and through her own educational background.
Resources:
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=97
http://www.vegetarian-nutrition.info/updates/mighty-mushrooms.php
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/339584/the_health_benefits_of_mushrooms.html?cat=51
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