We bet you didn’t know about the amazing health benefits that come from mushrooms! These tasty and healthy little fungi could help with a multitude of health concerns, from managing weight and boosting the immune system to even helping to fight cancer. If you didn’t already have a soft spot for these awesome little guys, then we think you soon will, as they are the latest trend in the health food world.

Mushrooms have been used for centuries by humankind as a tasty food source, as well as being gluten-free, low in calories and fats as well as being cholesterol-free and low sodium. Mushrooms are also an excellent natural source of vitamins and minerals including Vitamin D, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5 and Vitamin B3, copper, potassium, selenium and high levels of the antioxidant ergothioneine, alongside other bioactive compounds.