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NutritioN The Versatile, Nutritious Portobello Mushroom Make this multitalented mushroom the star of your next meal. By EriN KEllEy P ortobello mushrooms are perhaps best known for their versatility in the kitchen and as a flavorful, nutritious substitute for meat. Their popularity has quadrupled since 1965, as more people discovered portobello mushrooms are a low-calorie, nutritious addition to a healthful diet. Portobello mushrooms have a long international history dating back to the ancient Greeks and Romans who first cultivated them for returning warriors. At the time, it was believed that mushrooms were created by thunderbolts, because wild mushrooms tend to appear after storms. The unique fungus eventually was introduced to the French and Egyptians, who began to produce them in mass quantities. The portobello mushroom was brought to the Northeastern United States in the 1800s. Healthy and Wholesome Portobello mushrooms are a good source of protein, folate, potassium and fiber, as well as other important vitamins and minerals. A study conducted by researchers from the University of Western Australia in Perth found that women who consumed fresh mushrooms daily 12 Winter 2013 Well were 64 percent less likely to develop breast cancer. In addition, women who combined a mushroom and green tea diet reduced the risk by nearly 90 percent. In addition to the health benefits, portobello mushrooms are considered one of the most versatile ingredients for cooking. They can be eaten alone or incorporated into pastas, sandwiches, omelets and casseroles for texture and added nutrients. They can be baked, grilled, stuffed, steamed or sautéed for a savory appetizer, main course or side dish. They can also be eaten raw in a salad or substituted for meat as a low-calorie alternative. Overall, portobello mushrooms are a great addition to a wholesome and nutritious diet. Try the accompanying sandwich recipe from UNC Health Care for a hearty and flavorful lunch on a cold winter day. A serving of portobello mushroom has about 30 calories with no fat or cholesterol compared with a hamburger, which has 235 calories, 16 grams of fat and 76 milligrams of cholesterol.

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Well - Winter 2013
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UNC Health Care News
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A New Generation of Specialized Health Care
Choose to Lose
Healing the Stubborn Wounds
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Well - Winter 2013