Chestnut Mushroom Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts

Nutritional summary

Chestnut mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) are the same species as white button and portobello mushrooms, differing only in their maturity and color .
These mushrooms are naturally low in calories and sodium while providing essential minerals such as potassium, copper, and phosphorus .
Mushrooms are a unique plant-based source of vitamin D, specifically ergocalciferol (vitamin D2), which can be further increased through exposure to ultraviolet light .
They contain a variety of bioactive compounds, including phenolic compounds (antioxidants) and dietary fibers that support metabolic health .

Interesting fact

Despite their distinct appearance, chestnut mushrooms are the exact same species as white button and portobello mushrooms, representing a middle stage of maturity.

Standout nutrients

EPIC

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Pantothenic acid

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Biotin

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Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

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Selenium

kcal per 100g

Protein2.57g

Fat0.26g

Carbs1.40g

Fiber1.44g

Sugar0.59g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat0.13g

Monounsat0.00g

Saturated0.04g

Seasonality

Not available

Diet

VeganVegetarianPescatarianGluten FreeDairy FreeKetoLow FodmapPaleo

Sustainability

Lighter footprint

Mushrooms have a very low carbon footprint and require minimal land compared to other proteins.

Confidencehigh

Storage

Refrigerate

3–5 days

Store in a paper bag to allow airflow and prevent sliminess.

Flavour

Data & Sources

Harmonized from 4 validated sources

French Food Database

1 contributing source food

Swiss Food Database

2 contributing source foods

McCance & Widdowson

1 contributing source food

USDA

USDA FoodData Central

1 contributing source food

Claim citations

A Review of Mushrooms as a Potential Source of Dietary Vitamin D - PMC

[2]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The Effect of Edible Mushroom on Health and Their Biochemistry - PMC

[4]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The good, the bad and the tasty: The many roles of mushrooms - PMC

[6]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Mushrooms as Potential Sources of Active Metabolites and Medicines - PMC

[8]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

[PDF] Composition of Foods Raw, Processed, Prepared USDA National ...

[10]www.ars.usda.govars.usda.gov

Coverage

Nutrients

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