Tag: Mushroom facts

Native American Lakota tribes once used the dried spores of the giant puffball mushroom to stop bleeding and heal wounds. When it comes to eating this impressive fungus, a common question arises: just how many calories are in a giant mushroom? The answer depends on its size, but these fungi are surprisingly low in calories for their bulk.

Mushrooms are a unique case in the culinary world, as they don't fit neatly into the typical categories of fruits, vegetables, or animal products. The surprising truth is that mushrooms are neither plants nor animals; they belong to their own distinct biological kingdom: Fungi.