Resources and Research
The Mushroom Council has spent more than a decade investing in scientific research to better understand the nutritional benefits of mushrooms. The following are fact sheets that address some of today’s most relevant nutrition topics from weight management to sustainability. For full studies, view the Research section at the bottom of the page.
Fact Sheets
General Nutrition
Mushroom Nutrition At-A-Glance
A fact sheet that gives an overview of mushrooms’ nutritional benefits. [download the PDF]
Mushroom: A Food for a Better Mood
Mushrooms are an excellent source of niacin, a nutrient shown to improve mood disorders.[download the PDF]
Mushrooms: The Perfect Partner in a Gluten-Free Diet Fact Sheet
Understanding what is gluten-free and what isn’t can also take research and time. Simply said, like all fruits and vegetables, mushrooms are naturally gluten-free, and make a delicious and nutritious addition to a gluten-free diet. [download the PDF]
Feed Your Immune System
Taking a closer look at nutrients found in mushrooms. [download the PDF]
Mushroom Nutrition Facts Panels
Nutritional facts panels for white, crimini, portabella, enoki, oyster and shiitake mushrooms. [download the PDF]
Mushroom Varieties Chart
A guide to common mushroom varieties, their attributes and nutritional values. [download the PDF]
Feed Your Immune System Handbook
Includes mushroom information with an emphasis on immune-supporting nutrients, recipes and more. [download the PDF]
Vitamin D
Vitamin D Fact Sheet
A fact sheet about mushrooms and vitamin D, including the health impact and risks associated with vitamin D deficiency. [download the PDF]
The Blend™
The Better-For-You-Blend Fact Sheet
With The Blend™, it’s never been easier to enjoy healthier versions of your favorite recipes without sacrificing taste and texture. [download the PDF]
Flavor-Enhancing Properties of Mushrooms Fact Sheet
A study from the Culinary Institute of America and University of California-Davis, published in the Journal of Food Science, found that blending finely chopped mushrooms with ground meat enhances flavor and nutrition. [download the PDF]
Sodium
Cut the Sodium with Mushrooms – Less Salt. More Flavor
A 2014 study from the Culinary Institute of America and University of California-Davis study found you can maintain flavor while reducing sodium intake with mushrooms.
[download the PDF]
Sustainability
Weight Management
Manage Your Weight with Mushrooms
A fact sheet about how eating mushrooms can help manage weight and contribute to overall health and wellness.
[download the PDF]
How Mushrooms Fit into Popular Diets
A “cheat sheet” to help navigate where mushrooms fit into everything from Keto and low FODMAP to Volumetrics and Flexitarian. [download the PDF]
Research
Composition
Composition
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General Health Promotion
General Health Promotion
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Antioxidants
Antioxidants
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Immunity/Inflammation
Immunity/Inflammation
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D
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Prebiotic/Microbiota
Prebiotic/Microbiota
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Umami, Flavor and Sodium
Umami, Flavor and Sodium
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Weight Management
Weight Management
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Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovascular Health
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Cancer
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Neurocognition
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Other Benefits
Other Benefits
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