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Mushrooms are: * a good source of minerals, especially potassium * a good source of vitamins, particulorly B vitamins * Mushroom protein is also superior to many other vegetable proteins on account of its essential amino acid content. The white cap mushroom ranks above all other vegetables, except beans and peas in this respect. Between 70-90 per cent of the vegetable protein present can be easily digested. * Mushrooms also make the use of pulses, beans and peas in vegetarian cookery more palatable and enjoyable. Also, mushrooms mushrooms are normally perfectly clean; any specks on them are peat. It is best to rinse them quickly in a colander, under cold running water, just before you eat them or cook them. ; - ) Answered by: QWERTY
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∙ 14y agoThough mushrooms are commonly thought to have little nutritional value, many species are high in fiber and provide vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, biotin, cobalamins, ascorbic acid. Though not normally a significant source of vitamin D, some mushrooms can become significant sources after exposure to ultraviolet light, though this also darkens their skin.[6] Mushrooms are also a source of some minerals, including iron, selenium, potassium and phosphorus. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mushroom#Edible_mushrooms
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∙ 15y agoYES!
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Which vegetable contain vitamin D -?
Green, leafy vegetables. when you are in the sun your body can produce its own vitamin D
How much vitamin D is in mushrooms?
Some mushrooms, including the common button, Crimimi, and Portobello mushrooms found in stores, can contain large amounts of vitamin D if they have been exposed to sunlight for a short time. There is enough, in fact, that a person could get excessive vitamin D from them, to the point of developing health problems from it, by eating excessive amounts of such mushrooms. It would take quite a lot, however.
Do carrots contain vitamin b?
yes . carrots do contain vitamin b , but not only vitamin b . it also contains vitamin , c and d . it also contains calcium and potassuium
What essential vitamin is not in a potato?
Potatoes do not contain the B vitamins -- thiamin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid, and vitamin B-12; and it does not contain vitamin A.
Do mushrooms have nutritional value?
Yes, mushrooms do have nutritional value. Mushrooms contain B vitamins and a few minerals.
Do whole grains contain vitamin b?
It's likely that grains do have vitamin B. Some grains have 26% of vitamin B, some grains have 15% of vitamin B etc.
Does onion contain vitamin c?
Yes, onions do contain vitamin C and Vitamin B. Vitamin C is used for repair and protecting the body.
Which vitamins do brinjals contain?
it is rich in vitamin a,b,c
What vitamins do you get when you eat green vegetables?
vitamin a, b, c, d. all contain vitamin. but different type of vitamin only.
How can you get vitamin D from diet?
Mushrooms have been shown to produce vitamin D when exposed to UV. Eat mushrooms.
What kind of vitamins are in grapefruits?
According to the USDA nutritional database, pink, red and white grapefruits contain the following vitamins:vitamin Avitamin B1 (Thiamin)vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)vitamin B 3 (Niacin)vitamin B-6vitamin B9 (Folate)vitamin B12vitamin Cvitamin EUnfortunately, it doesn't contain vitamin D or vitamin K.
What elements are there in B-12?
Vitamin B-12 contain Co, C, H, O and N.
