The Fascinating Links Between Mushrooms and Anti-Ageing

While fresh cultivated mushrooms in all their myriad preparations are good to put into your face, they’re good for your actual face too! New research has emerged highlighting the value of mushrooms for their anti-ageing properties.

The study published in Nutrients, and done by Italian-based scientists from various universities, supports the findings of anti-ageing, neuroprotective properties of mushroom extracts

Furthermore, the use of mushrooms in cosmetics is being heavily researched too, and that’s because their extensive nutrient profile includes collagen-friendly zinc, vitamin B, potassium and magnesium. Zinc aids collagen synthesis, while also acting as an anti-inflammatory for any skin distress, and it even helps keep your hair follicles from falling.

Add fresh fungi’s complex supporting chorus of vitamins and minerals that maximises anti-ageing through all body systems and you have a youth-boost at a mere fraction of the cost of supplements. Plus the umami-rich taste and meaty texture of fresh mushrooms make them an easy addition to your individual anti-ageing lifestyle plan.

If you’re looking for a simple and delicious way to incorporate mushrooms into your meal-plan, there’s a wealth of exciting and tasty recipes available, such as the budget-friendly Baked Mushroom Bowls with Swiss Chard Mash – guaranteed to put a satisfied smile on your face while helping to ensure those smile lines aren’t a bother in years to come.