The mushroom provides the following benefits:
Very different to vegetables because it provides nutrients in amounts not usually found in vegetables.
Mushrooms exposed to sunlight (or the UV light in sunlight) will naturally generate vitamin D.
Low in kilojoules, making them perfect for a healthy weight.
Help with appetite control so that you don’t overeat. Eating mushrooms daily is associated with better weight control. Provides good nutrition without adding fat, cholesterol or sodium to the meal.
Enhances the flavour of dishes because it has the fifth flavour, umami, which is the savoury flavour naturally present in mushrooms.
Has an antioxidant capacity similar to, or better than, common vegetables.
Provides bio-active compounds that appear to improve immune function and potentially lower the risk of common diseases like heart disease and cancer.