Want to know if Enoki mushroom is good for you? What are its benefits and side effects? Is it safe to eat?
Find out all about it in our article!
Is Enoki Good For You ?
Poisonous?
One of the biggest risks associated with consuming Enoki, is the risk of listeriosis caused by the bacterium Listera Monocytogenes.
This is a serious bacterial infection that can be fatal!
This infection is particularly dangerous for weak people such as the elderly or immunocompromised individuals.
Unfortunately, This mushroom is not listed on our Mushroom Maps, unlike morels and chanterelles.
Weight Loss, Low In Calory
Enoki mushrooms are a good source of linoleic acid, an essential nutrient for the human body. This allows in particular to reduce intestinal and abdominal fat.
Furthermore, these mushrooms are low in calories like most mushrooms. Indeed, these mushrooms are composed of 90% water. This allows a feeling of quick satiety with a very low caloric intake.
Finally, it is therefore an excellent supplement for weight loss. Of course, fat should be limited during its preparation not to increase the amount of calories elsewhere.
Other Benefits
The enoki mushroom is very nutritious and contains many vitamins (B3, D, B1, B6…)
In addition, this mushroom is rich in antioxidants such as niacin, thiamine…
Finally, as we saw above, it is a low-calorie food that can help you lose weight over time.
Can You Eat Enoki Raw?
Eating Raw Enoki Mushrooms can lead to complications for your health. Indeed, this mushroom is responsible for many intoxications and poisonings. One of the greatest risks may be contracting listeriosis. As we saw above, it is a serious infection that can lead to death.
Thus, whatever your preparation (salad, ramen…), we recommend that you cook the enoki mushrooms well to avoid poisoning or intoxicating yourself.
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