In the Orient, health benefits of mushrooms are said to contribute to a long, healthy life. They are used to prevent heart attacks, to cure headaches, and are a ‘folk lore’ remedy for cancer.
1 serving size of 4 medium sized Oriental mushrooms contains:
Calories: 40
Sodium: 3 milligrams
Protein: 1.1 grams
Potassium: 85 milligrams
Carbohydrate: 10.3 grams
The health benefits of mushrooms are many as they:
– stimulate the immune system
– inactivates viruses
– lowers blood cholesterol
– thins the blood
– prevents cancer in animals
Oriental mushrooms (shitake, tree ear and enoki) are shown to have the most healthful benefits of all mushroom varieties. Shitake mushrooms have been found to contain an antiviral substance that signals the immune system to produce more ‘inferon’, which is a natural agent against cancer and viruses. It is currently being tested on leukaemia and breast cancer patients.
Tree Ear mushrooms grow on trees and are a common ingredient in Chinese cuisine. They have been shown to prevent blood platelets from sticking together. Tree Ear mushrooms contain ‘adenosine’, a known anti-coagulant which keeps the blood thin and helps to prevent heart disease and stroke. Tree Ear mushrooms have been proven to retard cancer in animals.
The Enoki mushrooms have been proven to activate the immune system in animals and may even repel tumours and viruses in humans.
Try different recipes so you gain the health benefits of mushrooms to add to your diet and increase the health of your body.
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Joanne
Sacred Scribes
Whole foods for high energy are also very important for your body. Seeds, grains and nuts contain all the important nutrients essential for growth and maintaining optimum health. These include fatty acids which are essential for increasing the body’s energy levels and reducing fatigue.
SEEDS
The protein content of seeds is higher than meat and are the highest protein vegetable. Seeds contain nearly all essential amino acids the body needs. Seeds are best consumed raw and need to be chewed thoroughly prior to swallowing, as they need to be broken down. Other methods are to soak overnight, grind in a coffee mill or liquefy in a blender as part of a health drink or smoothie.
NUTS
Nuts are best eaten fresh and raw, with the most nutritious being almonds, hazelnuts and peanuts.
GRAINS
Grains such as millet and buckwheat are best for increasing energy levels, with protein levels comparable to red meat. Grains must be cooked in order to release all of the vital minerals. Sprouting grains also contain and release these essential minerals.
LEGUMES AND BEANS
Beans and legumes are a complete source of protein, in particular, soybeans. Beans and legumes should not be eaten raw.
AVOCADO
Avocados contain complete nutrition – proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
MUSHROOMS
Mushrooms are low in calories and are an excellent source of vitamins (in particular the B group of vitamins) and are high in riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic acid. Mushrooms are an excellent source of potassium and copper as well as other minerals. 70 to 90% of mushroom protein can be easily digested due to their essential amino acid content. Mushrooms are best eaten raw or lightly cooked.
POTATOES
The humble potato is high in protein and complex carbohydrates.
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Joanne
Sacred Scribes
