Mushrooms are not only good to control obesity but they are anticarcinogenic, antioxidants and great food for diabetics.

They are low in calories , fat and are also cholesterol-free. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, complete protein and fiber. Further unlike many vegetables most of its nutrients remain stable even after getting cooked. They are low in sodium and they contain good amounts of water. They are also good source of potassium. They are high in zinc too. They are probiotic and strengthens the natural resistance of the body to various diseases. They are also rich in Vitamin B2 and Vitamin B3. They also have antioxidant properties.

Mushrooms are ant- carcinogenic and help prevent cancer of breast and Prostate

Further a new study has revealed that replacing meat by mushrooms can help in reducing weight and overall body fat. A one-year trial was conducted on white button mushrooms by researchers from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in the US. They recruited 73 adults, mostly women in their forties. The researchers found that subjects who ate one. cup i.e 128 mg of mushrooms per day in place of meat lost on an average seven pounds i.e. about three kilos while showing improvement in body consumption as compared to subjects who ate their standard diets. Further for those who can not avoid meat, scientist are working for mushrooms that can produce meaty flavors in food.

Further mushrooms have low G|I between 10-15 which causes the blood sugar to spike at lower rate and hence they are considered excellent food for diabetics. .Mushroom make up for healthy snack and can be grilled or roasted. Out of various varieties of mushroom white oyster and portobello mushrooms are considered best for diabetics.