According to Jerlyn Jones, MS, MPA, RDN, mushrooms are packed with powerhouse nutrients. Not fond of mushrooms? Slip them into to soups, casseroles, etc where they will hardly be noticed. If you are one who tries to stay away from or simply doesn't like meat, mushrooms are a good alternative.
Several studies have shown that plant-based eating reduces inflammation and in turn protects our brains. And adding mushrooms, such as porcini, to your diet can further fight inflammation, thanks in part to the antioxidant ergothioneine (ERG). According to a 2023 review published in Nutrients. low levels of ERG in people age 60 or older may be a risk factor for age-related diseases, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
Tomorrow's post will further discuss mushrooms as related to diet and health.
Information in this post is from an article by Jerlyn Jones, MS, MPA, RDN in allrecipes.
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