Calories in Maitake Mushrooms
Nutritional Information
Written by Sky Taylor, Diet Bites
Other Names for the Maitake Mushroom
They are also called 'Hen-of-the Wood', ram's head, and sheep's head due to their ruffled form.
Maitake Mushrooms, Calories & Nutrition Facts
A single Maitake mushroom does not contain substantial nutrition notes. Vitamins and minerals are scant. These mushrooms are void in many of the essential vitamins.
One cup of Maitake mushrooms contains 26 kcals - so they are exceptionally low in calories and fat content.
Such is the case for almost all vegetables that are in their natural state. Exceptions include raw corn on the cob, winter squash such as butternut and acorn, potatoes and yams.
One cup contains almost five carbohydrate grams and almost five milligrams of niacin. Potassium is close to 150 milligrams for one cup of diced.
Potential Health Benefits of Maitake Mushrooms
Their chemical composition may assist in combating tumors. They may also assist in lowering high blood pressure readings as well as stimulating the body's immunity.
Health studies have been conducted related to the effectiveness of lowering bad cholesterol, reducing elevated blood sugar levels and reducing body weight in humans.
Are Maitake Mushrooms Edible?
Yes, perhaps though - only for some individuals as they have been connected to upset stomach after consumption. They are one of the mushrooms that contain a very strong, earthy flavor.
Nutrition Facts for Maitake Mushrooms
| Maitake Mushrooms | Unit Measures | 1 cup, diced | 1 Maitake Mushroom |
|
Calcium, Ca |
mg
|
1
|
0
|
|
Calories |
kcal
|
26
|
0
|
|
Carbohydrate |
g
|
4.77
|
0.07
|
|
Cholesterol |
mg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Copper, Cu |
mg
|
0.176
|
0.003
|
|
Total Fat |
g
|
0.13
|
0.00
|
|
Monounsaturated Fat |
g
|
0.021
|
0.000
|
|
Polyunsaturated Fat |
g
|
0.063
|
0.001
|
|
Saturated Fat |
g
|
0.021
|
0.000
|
|
Fiber, total dietary |
g
|
1.9
|
0.0
|
|
Glucose (dextrose) |
g
|
1.22
|
0.02
|
|
Iron, Fe |
mg
|
0.21
|
0.00
|
|
Lactose |
g
|
0.23
|
0.00
|
|
Magnesium, Mg |
mg
|
7
|
0
|
|
Maltose |
g
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
|
Manganese, Mn |
mg
|
0.041
|
0.001
|
|
Niacin |
mg
|
4.609
|
0.072
|
|
Pantothenic acid |
mg
|
0.189
|
0.003
|
|
Phosphorus, P |
mg
|
52
|
1
|
|
Potassium, K |
mg
|
143
|
2
|
|
Protein |
g
|
1.36
|
0.02
|
|
Retinol |
mcg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Riboflavin |
mg
|
0.169
|
0.003
|
|
Selenium, Se |
mcg
|
1.5
|
0.0
|
|
Sodium, Na |
mg
|
1
|
0
|
|
Sugars, total |
g
|
1.45
|
0.02
|
|
Theobromine |
mg
|
0
|
0
|
|
Thiamin |
mg
|
0.102
|
0.002
|
|
Vitamin B-6 |
mg
|
0.039
|
0.001
|
|
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) |
mcg
|
0.0
|
0.0
|
|
Zinc, Zn |
mg
|
0.53
|
0.01
|
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