In the last few years, mushrooms have been cropping up (pun intended) everywhere beyond the confines of the backyard or a sidewalk crack. Think consumer packaged goods like coffee, chips, and plant-based jerky featuring all types of mushrooms. A recent trends report by Fresh Market Thyme refers to this uptick in fungi-infused foods as “mushroom mania.”
But for registered dietitian Meghan Sedivy, RD, LDN, America’s newfound love of mushrooms hardly comes as a surprise, considering how many health benefits they offer. “They contain antioxidants, like selenium, that may help strengthen the immune system, are a source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants, and contain Vitamin D which helps your body absorb calcium and maintain and build strong bones,” Sedivy says. It’s no wonder why folks simply can’t get enough of them.
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