Mushroom consumption linked to 45 percent lower cancer risk

In a new study from Penn State Cancer Institute, researchers have found that daily mushroom consumption is associated with a 45 percent lower risk of developing cancer.  The experts set out to investigate the relationship between mushroom consumption and cancer risk by analyzing previous research. The meta-analysis was focused on 17 cancer studies published from 1966 to 2020, including data from more than 19,500 cancer patients. Mushrooms are considered to be a superfood because they are loaded with vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. While they are known to promote …