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Mushroom health benifits​

1. An important source of vitamins and minerals
Mushrooms are thus an interesting source of vitamins, in particular B vitamins necessary for neuromuscular functioning and good skin condition. They are also one of the few foods that are an important source of vitamin D (very few foods contain it). This plays an important role in our bone health because it allows the fixation of calcium by our body. In addition to preventing fractures or osteoporosis, vitamin D provides a protective effect against diabetes as well as certain cancers.

2. A slimming asset!
According to the table, 100 grams of raw mushrooms give us only 30.2 calories, which is really very little. Plus, they're 80-90% water, so you can eat them without worrying about gaining weight.
In addition, eating mushrooms would give a feeling of satiety that would prevent snacking - a benefit that would be sought in people on a diet and seeking to avoid snacking between meals! It is for this reason that mushrooms are very well known among followers of the Mushroom Diet.

3. A natural flavor enhancer
Mushrooms are low in sodium (which is a plus since it promotes high blood pressure) and are "naturally" tasty. You don't even need to add salt!

4. They strengthen our immune system
Mushrooms are an important source of selenium or ergothioneine - which are antioxidants needed by our bodies. They allow, among other things, to strengthen the immune system and protect our cells against their damage - which can be the source of many chronic diseases.

5. They are good for the heart!
The selenium present in mushrooms also plays a protective role against cardiovascular diseases.
Low in fat or sodium, they also help better control weight and reduce blood pressure.

6. They lower cholesterol
A study carried out on laboratory animals showed that the fungi lower blood cholesterol. This is because they contain a type of fiber that helps lower cholesterol in the blood.

7. They are great for the health of our skin and hair!
Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables is good for the health of our skin and hair. And this is all the more the case with the fungus. This is because the essential nutrients they contain (selenium, copper, biotin, niacin and riboflavin) specifically help keep skin and hair healthy and glowing.

8. An important role in the prevention of diabetes
Mushrooms have a low Glycemic Index, which implies why people with diabetes can eat mushrooms without fear of any effect on their blood glucose levels.
Mushrooms also offer other very useful benefits for people with diabetes. Since they're cholesterol-free and high in antioxidants, mushrooms may even help reduce the risk of heart disease, which is common in people with diabetes.
Finally, being a significant source of potassium and being low in salt, mushrooms help keep blood pressure healthy.