Dude food is a reality, there are some things guys just love to eat and can eat almost daily. But some of the food men love, isn’t the best for their health.
Too much of a good thing is bad so moderation is key. But it’s also the side dishes that can elevate a meal from being a bad choice to being an okay choice.
In 2015 the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences did an interesting study.
They found that the humble mushroom and in particularly the Shiitake mushroom boosts immunity. To summarise they concluded that mushrooms are packed “with meaty flavour, a hearty texture and very few calories, carbs, and sodium, mighty mushrooms are just what the men in your life need to stay lean, healthy and strong.”
If prepared correctly (not boiled to a pulp) it’s the nutrients in mushrooms that can and will elevate your meal and possibly make it a healthy one. Mushrooms are also an easy add to many recipes, including your favourite salads when braai’ing.
June is Men’s Health month, so it’s the perfect time to consider what is on your plate and to take small steps to making healthier (but still tasty) choices.
A mushroom will help you reach this goal without compromising those “manly taste buds.”