Mushrooms were noted as incredibly potent vegetables in fighting off diseased cells, especially for breast cancer.

It’s also their anti-tumor properties that provide hope for many health-enthusiasts and mushroom lovers around the world.

Partially responsible are the plants' amounts of two antioxidants: glutathione and ergothioneine, the outlet notes.

Basket of mushrooms

Both of these substances play important roles in fighting cancerous cells.

But, common varieties also boast similar benefits.

So, if you love button mushrooms or portobellos, pick up a few more at the store!

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