In a recent studies researchers concluded that eating mushrooms can boost brain health. Certain antioxident chemicals in mushrooms shield the brain from inflammation that can cause a variety of diseases and a decrease in mental ability. These chemicals have shown to lead to more gray matter and increased brain nerves by aiding in the making of a compound called nerve growth factor, which boosts brain cell function and lifespan. Mushrooms have not only shown to be a factor in Alzheimer prevention but also in Alzheimer treatment by improving cognitive ability. Mushrooms also have other health benefits such as lowering blood pressure and tumor regression.
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