Influence of Iron Addition (Alone or With Calcium) to Elements Biofortification and Antioxidants in Pholiota nameko

This research explored how adding iron and calcium to mushroom growing medium could create more nutritious mushrooms to help combat iron deficiency. While the mushrooms grew smaller, they contained significantly more iron, especially when both minerals were added together. This could help develop more nutritious food products to address widespread iron deficiency. Impacts on everyday life: – Provides a new way to create iron-enriched foods that could help prevent iron deficiency – Demonstrates how mushrooms can be enhanced to provide better nutrition – Shows potential for developing more nutritious food products through mineral fortification – Offers insights into making healthier food alternatives accessible – Could help reduce the global burden of iron deficiency through dietary improvements