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Mushroom antioxidants
Published August 15th, 2007
Research has found that mushrooms contain a powerful antioxidant called l-ergothioneine.
Ergothioneine has shown antioxidant properties as a scavenger of strong oxidants. This antioxidant activity is enhanced by the presence of selenium, which helps to prevent cell damage caused by free radicals within the body.
Portobello and cremini mushrooms have substantial amounts of ergothioneine, followed closely by white mushrooms. Exotic mushrooms such as maitake, oyster and shiitake have the highest amounts of ergothioneine.
