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How the lowly mushroom is becoming a nutritional star

  • Written by Robert Beelman, Professor of Food Science, Pennsylvania State University
Mushrooms for many are just an addition to a slice of pizza, but the fungi are now gaining a reputation for their nutrients.Subbatina Anna/Shutterstock.com

Mushrooms are often considered only for their culinary use because they are packed with flavor-enhancers and have gourmet appeal. That is probably why they are the second most popular pizza...

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