Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Classically considered tamasic and heavy; modern use accepts well-cooked mushrooms with warming spices.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Cook thoroughly on high heat — never raw; warming spices offset heaviness and cold.
Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha (chhatraka; cautionary); modern usage.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- sautéed hot and fast with garlic and thyme
- in grain bowls
- matar-mushroom curry
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: weak digestion
- Contraindication: sattvic/meditative diets (traditional)
- Contraindication: gout (purines, excess)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Mushroom, white
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup sliced (70g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup sliced) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 28 kcal | 19 kcal |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 2.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2.0 g | 1.4 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 2.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | 0.07 g |
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 0.3 g |
| Calcium | 18.4 mg | 12.9 mg |
| Iron | 0.29 mg | 0.20 mg |
| Magnesium | 18.3 mg | 12.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 87.1 mg | 61.0 mg |
| Potassium | 318 mg | 223 mg |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 5 mg |
| Zinc | 0.17 mg | 0.12 mg |
| Copper | 0.09 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Manganese | 0.15 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.01 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin K | 12.5 µg | 8.8 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.01 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.03 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.68 mg | 0.48 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 0.08 mg |
