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Discover the power of mushrooms


5th July 2025

Mushrooms are small but mighty, but they are more than just a tasty addition to your meals. Mushrooms a natural source of vitamin D when exposed to sunlight and are packed with antioxidants that may help protect brain health. Dive into the Mushroom Health Science Australia resource hub, where you will find everything from short videos to detailed research exploring the role of mushrooms in nutrition and wellbeing.
Features of the hub include

  • a quick video showing how to naturally boost vitamin D levels with UV-exposed mushrooms
  • fascinating insights into how mushrooms support gut health through unique prebiotics
  • a comprehensive review of the health benefits of everyday mushrooms like button and cup varieties
  • a downloadable leaflet full of practical mushroom nutrition tips to share with clients or students
  • wide range of scientific research about mushroom health science.

Visit the hub to learn more about mushrooms.

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