mutagenic nitrosamines in our digestive
systems.
The anatomy of a mushroom. The hyphae are
nutrient-gathering threads that grow through
the soil. The main body of the mushroom is a
fruiting body that the hyphae push up through
the soil surface, which disperses spores from
its gills.
The Distinctive Flavors
of Mushrooms
We prize fungi for their rich, almost meaty
flavor and their ability to intensify the flavor
of many dishes. These qualities are largely
due to a high content of free amino acids,
including glutamic acid, which makes
mushrooms — like seaweeds — a