WHITE MUSHROOM

White Mushroom (Agaricus bisporus)

Observation

I observed the white mushrooms at Shoprite in Wyncote, PA. The mushrooms are small and white from top to bottom  

Questions
What medical properties does the white mushroom possess? What kind of activity does the mushroom hinder? Why is the white mushroom consumed the most when compared to others?

Scientific Research
Grube, Baiba J., et al. White Button Mushroom Phytochemicals Inhibit Aromatase Activity and Breast Cancer Cell Proliferation, Journal of Nutrition, Vol. 131 (2001), pp 3288-3293.

For centuries mushroom have been recognized for being an edible food source and for their medicinal properties. Mushrooms have a favorable effect on health and aid in the treatment of diseases through their immunomodulatoy, antineoplastic and lipid reducing properties. A water soluble extract taken from the white mushroom has been proven to dramatically hinder aromatase activity. Aromatase expression occurs in breast cancer tumors and is responsible for tumor growth. 

The white mushroom is a good source of antioxidants, they are available throughout the year and are  inexpensive when compared to other edible mushrooms.

The White Mushroom, when mature, is known as the Portabella Mushroom.

Further Information
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