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Mushrooms

Enjoy mushrooms

(Brassica nigra)

Enjoy mushrooms. The nutritional content of mushrooms is available. Milk thistle was discovered as a treatment for mushroom (toadstools) poisoning. Some have to restrict phosphorus and potassium, so their mushroom eating might be limited. If I can ever get chanterelle mushrooms, I would feast on them. Sometimes expensive truffles can be found on a restaurant menu. Truffles are a delightful tasting fungi, highly prized by chefs.

Mushrooms have a fairly high protein content, typically 20-30% crude protein. Mushrooms can be an important dietary source of amino acids, they are low in fat, high in fiber, contain thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, biotin, Vitamin D.

 Although not famous medicinal mushrooms like Reishi or Maitake, cousin mushroom Crimini might be beneficial to the body as long as the whole mushroom is eaten and not taken as a supplement.

Button Mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus)

There's evidence that agaricus bisporus or button mushrooms or common mushrooms, inhibits aromatase, an enzyme that contributes to estrogen production. By eating Agaricus bisporus the risk of developing breast cancer may be lowered. They contain significant amounts of phytonutrients including L-ergothioneine, a powerful antioxidant. White immature mushrooms are called button. The aging brown ones are called Portobello. They are both Agaricus bisporus as are crimini mushrooms.

Cèpes Mushrooms (Boletus edulis)

Porcini mushrooms, also known as cepes, kings, steinpilz, are one of the most prized wild mushrooms the world over. They are favored for their firm white body and mesmerizing taste. Porcini make a rich addition to everything from risotto to stews to braises. The liquid from reconstituted porcini is often referred to as liquid gold thanks to its deep savory flavor.

Crimini Mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus)

Linoleic acid, a fatty acid found in crimini mushrooms, inhibits the enzyme aromatase, which is involved in estrogen production. Studies have shown that consuming mushrooms may help to fight breast cancer by lowering estrogen levels. Crimini mushrooms are an excellent source of vitamins B2, B3 and B5, copper, phosphorus, and potassium. They also contain high amounts of selenium, which is necessary for the activity of some antioxidant enzymes, as well as for DNA repair. In addition, Crimini mushrooms contain zinc, manganese, and tryptophan, an essential amino acid. It should be noted that individuals who have gout or kidney disease should limit the amount of Crimini mushrooms in their diet because the purines contained in these mushrooms can contribute to a buildup of uric acid.

Lingzhi or Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)

Avoid these mushrooms. High doses of reishi mushroom might increase the risk of bleeding in people with thrombocytopenia. If you have this condition, do not use reishi mushroom. Stop using reishi mushroom at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery. Use of powdered reishi mushroom has been associated with toxic effects on the liver. This medicinal mushroom has steroidal effects. Reishi mushroom can also cause other side effects including dryness of the mouth, throat, and nasal area along with itchiness, stomach upset, nosebleed, and bloody stools. Drinking reishi wine can cause a rash. Breathing in reishi spores can trigger allergies.

-- select GANODERMA LUCIDUM article -- ganoderma lucidum

Morels (Morchella)

Morel mushrooms belong to the same species as the truffle. Morels are one of the highest mushroom sources of Vitamin D, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Men can gain 100 percent of their recommended daily intake for iron by eating 1 cup of raw morel mushrooms.

Chanterelle (Cantharellus cibarius)

One of main uses for mushrooms is purely culinary. The one that usually comes to mind is the Chanterelle mushroom. Chanterelle is also known as Cantharellus cibarius. It is a delicious mushroom eaten best when fresh. It is considered an excellent edible mushroom. This famous edible is good for you as well.

Vitamin D
Potassium
B Vitamins
Helpful antioxidants like selenium
Fiber
Linoleic acid (believed to be responsible for controlling estrogen levels).

-- select MUSHROOM article -- Protective Effects of White Button Mushroom Reishi Mushrooms Hepatoprotective effects of Lingzhi mushroom. Ganoderma lucidum treatment of cardiovascular risk factors Milk Thistle for treatment of mushroom poisoning Nutritional content

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We are  sharing our experiences with PKD/PLD Diet, an adjunct diet envisioning it complementing a physician's prescribed medical therapy. Consider testing this with your doctor's prior knowledge, who can  adjust it according to your own uniqueness by adding it to your current  treatment.

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