The Wide World of Mushrooms
Mushrooms have been consumed and used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. The ancient Greeks believed mushrooms provided strength for warriors in battle, and the Romans perceived them as “food of the gods.” For centuries, the Chinese culture has treasured mushrooms as a health food, labeling them as an “elixir of life.” Traditional Chinese […]
Briefs: Mushrooms with Benefits
Traditionally used in a side dish or in sauces, mushrooms are due for a promotion to main course. High in protein, fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, mushrooms are in many ways a superfood, says Guy Furman, owner and founder of Windy City Mushroom. “Mushrooms are a great supplement, multivitamin-wise, [and come] from an actual food […]
Cancer-Fighting Mushrooms
Mushrooms. They add a burst of umami flavor, a gourmet touch and meaty weight to dishes, and they also pack an immune-boosting punch. While Eastern medicine has used mushrooms pharmaceutically for centuries, now Western research reveals that many mushrooms boast anti-cancer, anti-tumor and anti-microbial properties, according to the National Institutes of Health. Although many medicinal mushroom […]
