Mushrooms: Availability Provokes High Consumption

 It is not every day that one finds mushrooms on the streets of Douala. Seeing it these days is a blessing to many as various city dwellers rush to get a taste of it. Although still expensive, most people believe it’s a good sign that it can be sold on the street. Mushrooms is said to be one of those rare vegetables that even while in season consumers have to go an extra mile in search of it. Most especially in Douala, people hold that it is often been sold in marché Sandaga and other rural markets but today hopes are high that the harvest will be plenty.

Low in calories and fat and cholesterol-free, mushrooms contain a modest amount of fiber and over a dozen minerals and vitamins, including copper, potassium, magnesium, zinc and a number of B vitamins such as folate. It also has riboflavin; niacin and pantothenic acid. This combination helps protect heart health. Riboflavin is good for red blood cells. Niacin is good for the digestive system and for maintaining healthy skin. Eating at least five button mushrooms per day help to reduce the risk of neurological illness in the future and a good memory booster.