Medical benefits of Mushroom
Mushroom helps to protect our body against various diseases and health conditions besides being yummy. Check it out.
- Free radical protection Mushroom protects cells from free radical damage because it contains an antioxidant (Selenium) that works with Vitamin E.
- Flu and cold Shiitake mushrooms strengthen your body’s defenses against colds and flu. A beta-glucan called “Lentinan” enhances and stimulates immune system cell activities which wards off infections.
- Lowers high blood pressure A mineral; potassium which are found rich in mushrooms helps to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of strokes. One medium portabella mushroom contains more potassium than a banana or a glass of orange juice.
- Better food absorption Vitamin B-Complex which are generally found rich in mushrooms are an important component in our body cells to help release energy from the fat, protein and carbs in food.
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Posted by Denz
on Jan 25 2009. Filed under medical ideas.
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