Aside from containing minerals like calcium, potassium, sodium, phosphorous, and vitamins B, C, D, and K, mushrooms are the richest source of vegetable proteins as well. Medical researchers found out that mushrooms possess all amino acids and that they are made of 31 to 40 percent protein. This percentage is even higher than what is found in cereals, eggs, fruits, and vegetables.
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is also used widely by Chinese and Japanese alternative medical practitioners as a potent cancer-fighting agent. Vitamins B1, B2, B12, and D are found in shiitake mushroom extract. These can increase energy levels and promote anti-viral effects as well.
Researchers are working on discovering the high potential of mushrooms in solving the problem of obesity worldwide. A recent study has found out that is not only a good source of Vitamin D, but a diet rich in the popular fungus that could help people shed unwanted pounds,mbt sandals uk.