Do mushrooms have any nutritional value to them?

Answer 1

From vegparadise.com
Nutrition
Depending on the variety, mushrooms contain 1 to 3% protein and all the essential amino acids, making the protein complete. For vegetarians, mushrooms make an ideal meat substitute.

They also have many of the B vitamins. Most cultivated mushrooms contain vitamins C and K, and some vitamin E.

Mushrooms are a rich source of potassium and phosphorous. About 5 raw button mushrooms contain 370 mg. of potassium and 104 mg. phosphorous.

Portabellas are an ideal food for those watching their waistlines. They contain no fat or sodium, are high in fiber, and low in calories (40 calories for a medium size). Also noteworthy is that mushrooms are very low in carbohydrates, making them ideal for diabetics

Chanterelles, with their appealing yellow coloring, are the only mushrooms that contain beta carotene and vitamin D.

From MushroomInfo.com

Did you know that in addition to their flavor and versatility, mushrooms are gaining recognition for their value as a low-calorie, fat-free food that provides a number of important nutrients? A serving of 4-5 mushrooms provides a mere 20 calories and zero grams of fat, yet it is also a good source of numerous nutrients including several b vitamins, copper and selenium. In addition, mushrooms are an under-recognized source of potassium, a nutrient many people do not get enough of. Add flavor and nutrients to your favorite salad, pizza or soup by tossing in a handful of mushrooms!

But they are off limits for me ... I am allergic to them.

Answer 2

Yes they do and some recent research has proven that they are full of antioxidents. Here is a great website that has all sorts of valuable nutritional information along with great recipes.

Answer 3

The're full of niacin, potassium and some trace elements and some B12

Answer 4

nope