Love Mushrooms? Love Ice Cream? How about Mushroom Ice Cream? Don't knock it til you try it!
Fungi Friday's - March 17th, 2023 - Issue #72
Hey there, Fungi fam. Happy Friday! We’re officially three days from the start of spring and boy am I ready… not sure about you all, but i’m over winter. Spring is all about new beginnings and growth, and boy oh boy do we have some plans to
In today’s email:
Mushroom Ice Cream, yes… it’s a thing!
Mushroom Cleanup Crew
Mushroom Carbon Capture
Iowa Fungi’s Update of the Week
Not a whole lot to share this week. Just patiently awaiting the arrival of our mushroom spawn, as April quickly approaches!
Is Mushroom Ice Cream Really A Thing?
Move over vanilla and chocolate, mushroom ice cream might just be the next big thing! The unusual flavor has been popping up at various ice cream shops and festivals around the country, delighting adventurous eaters and mushroom lovers alike. While the idea of mushroom ice cream might sound unappetizing at first, the unique blend of earthy and sweet flavors has been receiving positive reviews from those who've tried it.
Mushroom ice cream isn't just a novelty item, either. Mushrooms are packed with umami flavor and health benefits, including immune system support and potential anti-cancer properties. Some chefs and food scientists are exploring the possibilities of incorporating mushrooms into more desserts and sweets, from mushroom-infused chocolate to mushroom caramels.
The trend towards incorporating mushrooms into desserts and other unexpected dishes is part of a larger movement towards using mushrooms in creative ways. As more research emerges about the potential health benefits of mushrooms and their role in supporting the planet's ecosystem, people are looking for new and innovative ways to incorporate them into their diets. Whether you're a die-hard mushroom fan or just curious about trying something new, mushroom ice cream is definitely worth a try!
Psychedelic Spotlight
When should drugs be considered as medicine? Here’s an article debating both sides of the topic amid the growing interest in psychedelic substances for mental health treatment.
Ever wonder what it’s like to secretly cultivate your own magic mushrooms in the wild? This article explores the risks and rewards of this underground practice.
Scientist says nature's 'skeleton key' could be solution to toxic chemical spills and save East Palestine
A scientist has proposed using mushrooms, nature's "skeleton key," to clean up toxic chemical spills, including the one affecting East Palestine, Ohio. The process, known as mycoremediation, involves using fungi to break down harmful chemicals and convert them into less toxic compounds.
Mushrooms are uniquely suited to this task due to their ability to break down a wide range of organic compounds, including many toxic chemicals. Mycoremediation has been used successfully in other locations to clean up oil spills and industrial waste sites.
East Palestine has been dealing with a toxic chemical spill for over a year, which has contaminated the town's water supply and left residents with health problems. The use of mycoremediation could provide a safe, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solution to the problem.
In addition to their potential use in cleaning up toxic spills, mushrooms also have other environmental benefits, such as helping to restore damaged ecosystems and sequestering carbon from the atmosphere. As we continue to face environmental challenges, finding innovative solutions like mycoremediation will be crucial in protecting our planet and its inhabitants.
More Mushroom Mentions
Fungi-tree planting could feed millions while capturing tonnes of carbon – study
A recent study has found that planting trees and fungi together could provide a sustainable and efficient solution to both feeding millions and capturing tons of carbon. The study suggests that combining the trees with fungi, which live in symbiosis with the roots, could increase the plant's growth rate and nutrient absorption, while also allowing the soil to retain more carbon. This could not only help to combat climate change but also provide more food resources for communities.
In addition to the benefits of fungi-tree planting, the practice can also help to regenerate degraded land, protect soil health, and increase biodiversity. The researchers hope that this innovative approach can be adopted on a larger scale to address global challenges such as climate change and food insecurity.
As we continue to face environmental and social challenges, finding sustainable and effective solutions is crucial. The combination of trees and fungi represents a promising approach that could help to tackle multiple issues simultaneously, highlighting the importance of taking a holistic approach to problem-solving.
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