HEALTH BENEFITS
Mushrooms contain an abundance of nutrients that include B vitamins which consist
of riboflavin and niacin and provide energy by breaking down proteins, fats, and
carbohydrates. Also present in mushrooms is pantothenic acid that is important to the
nervous system and maintains hormone balance. The presence of riboflavin maintains
healthy red blood cells and niacin also promotes a healthy nervous system, healthy
skin, and a properly functioning digestive system. Mushrooms also contain minerals
that include selenium and ergothioneine, which are antioxidants. Copper, which
produces red blood cells and maintains a healthy skeletal and nervous system, is also
present in mushrooms. Add to the list potassium that balances the body fluids and
minerals, which regulates blood pressure; this mineral is essential in a healthy
muscular system which includes the heart. Mushrooms also contain beta-glucans, a
substance that stimulates the immune system.
Mushrooms provide
fiber & other complex
polysaccharides.
Shiitake and maitake mushroom fiber were
found to reduce serum cholesterol levels by
increasing elimination via the bowel and through
liver effects. All mushrooms are high in fiber, so
regular consumption of any good edible
mushroom is likely to have similar effects.
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Maitake vs. Stomach cancer
Warm mushrooms have a way of comforting the stomach, especially if they are cooked in a
delicious soup. However, the mushroom known as hen of the wood or maitake does more
than give warm hugs to your tummy.
The chemicals inside of hen of the wood (scientific name: Grifola frondosa) are effective at
killing stomach cancer. One of the chemicals is called GFG-3a. As technically complicated
as its name sounds, this chemical attacks human gastric cancer cells while they are copying
their DNA in preparation for cell division. Every time a cancer cell divides into two cells, it
needs to first make a copy of its DNA instructions so that both daughter cells will have their
own copy. GFG-3a attacks stomach cancer cells while they are most vulnerable.
Cortesia de mushroom of medicine.
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By Basmati.
Gracias.