[this mushroom in the photo above I have picked myself few days ago]
Here are some facts which you may not yet know:
- Mushrooms contains more dietary fibre than celery or whole-wheat bread.
- Mushrooms contain no salt.
- Mushrooms contain more protein and potassium than most vegetables.
- Mushrooms are low in kilo-joules.
- Mushrooms are a good source of zinc (this mineral helps boost your immune system and also your libido).
- Ancient Egyptians believed that mushrooms grew by magic, because they could appear overnight.
- Mushrooms are one of the few natural sources of vitamin D and of B-vitamins (contains Thiamin, Ribofloxin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin and Folate .
- Mushrooms are between the richest, natural sources of selenium (mineral which strengthens the immune system and may help reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic illnesses).
- The stem of a mushroom is a good source of flavor and nutrients.
- Mushrooms are best stored unwashed in brown paper bags in the refrigerator, best if on the lowest shelf.
- Many wild mushrooms are poisonous and could be life-threatening.
