As you can see, the mushroom season is in full swing: foresters went on a “silent hunt”, and menus with forest products appeared in restaurants. And we have at least two months to stock up for winter. But more after that.
In general, mushrooms have become one of the most popular topics in recent years, thanks to the micro-dosing trend. Poisonous fly agaric has suddenly become a fashion staple due to its “magic” properties such as normalizing sleep, reducing anxiety and improving mood. Important note: None of this has been scientifically proven. By the way, fly agaric appeared in restaurants. The author of this text tried them in the context of “Rituals”, set in the Krasnoyarsk restaurant of Siberian cuisine Tunguska. Since fly agaric is not poisonous, I did not have any complaints such as stomach pain or hallucinations. But back to mushrooms that do not cause any negative emotions, because the essence of this material is not at all in microdosing.
Most experts believe that forest mushrooms have beneficial properties for human health. Hundreds of scientific articles and studies are devoted to it. However, no one calls for refusing to consult a specialist. Do not forget that all folk methods of treatment should be divided into two. We decided to find out if mushrooms really have any value for the human body. They also learned not to harm themselves while using seasonal products.
Useful properties of mushrooms for the body
Commented by a nutritionist Angela Davidian
Improve digestion and protect the immune system
Mushrooms, in addition to a sufficient amount of dietary fiber, contain chitin, which enters the large intestine without digestion. There it has a beneficial effect on the microflora and strengthens the surface of tissues. Meanwhile, this property works with the nervous and immune systems, as it has been scientifically proven to play a role in many aspects of managing our mood and resistance to disease.
Prevention of endocrine diseases
Another type of dietary fiber found in mushrooms is beta-glucan, which has the ability to bind cholesterol and normalize blood sugar and insulin levels. Thus, the use of mushrooms helps to fight endocrine diseases.
Do mushrooms affect the human psyche?
Today it is fashionable to say that mushrooms are a superfood. However, it’s not worth it at all to throw away everything “doctor-ordered” and chase after the amazing ghostly properties of mushrooms to improve mood, boost energy and reduce stress. There is no direct evidence of all this yet. However, there is already some medical research on this topic.
Polyphenols found in mushrooms reduce inflammation and protect the nervous system from aging. And also reduces the likelihood of vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Can mushrooms harm the body?
There are several cases in which people suffer severe poisoning due to improper preservation of mushrooms. The fact is that botulism (an infectious disease) can develop in incorrectly wrapped jars.
Also, remember that mushrooms are a heavy food. They are poorly digested due to their high chitin content. And most importantly, it is found on the legs of mushrooms, so if you feel heaviness after eating them, just eat the “hat”.
What is the best way to eat mushrooms?
It will be right to collect as many mushrooms as you will eat immediately. Of course, they can be prepared for the winter, but in this case it is better not to add vinegar. You can boil them and then freeze them into small briquettes.
It is also useful to dry mushrooms – in this case, the content of vegetable protein in them will be doubled. But do not forget that if you dry the product poorly, you can be poisoned.
Tips for foresters: what to do after picking mushrooms?
Yulia Bordovskikh says:
After a walk in the forest, mushrooms need to be weeded out immediately. Do not be lazy to carefully clean them from the soil and leaves. And those that raise even the slightest suspicion should be discarded.
Five lifehacks for cooking mushrooms
1/ Pure tubular mushrooms (porcini, boletus, etc.) are not soaked, only washed with running water.
2/ Slightly wormy mushrooms should be kept in salted water for 20-30 minutes. Then worms and insects will leave them.
3/ Leafy mushrooms (chernushki, volnushki, etc.) should be soaked in cold water for a day.
4/ Peeled mushrooms should preferably be boiled immediately. Raw food does not store well, even in the refrigerator.
5/ Boiled mushrooms should never be placed in a sealed container, otherwise they will suffocate. In this form, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
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Errol Villanueva is an author and lifestyle journalist who writes for The Fashion Vibes. With a passion for exploring the latest trends in fashion, food, travel, and wellness, Errol’s articles are a must-read for anyone interested in living a stylish and fulfilling life.
