Mushrooms contain beneficial bioactive compounds such as proteins, sterols, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and amino acids. Potassium helps control blood pressure, which in turn, can lower the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
mushrooms can provide about 11 percent of the recommended daily intake, which is between 300 and 400 mg. The nutrients in mushrooms (dietary fiber, riboflavin, potassium, niacin, copper and vitamin D) affect metabolism and help reduce therisk of heart disease.