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The benefits and harms of boletus are determined based on the characteristics of the human body that uses them for food or for treatment. The ubiquitous mushroom has several popular nicknames: redhead, aspen. Many varieties of this mycelium are edible, but there are also poisonous counterparts that are no less useful when used correctly.
The harmless boletus has unique medicinal properties and is also widely used in cooking. In Russia it can be found in both coniferous and mixed forests.
Chemical composition of boletus
Redhead is low in calories, its protein content is only 22 kcal per 100 g of product. In terms of nutritional composition, the mushroom contains about 90% liquid, the remaining percentage is proteins - 4%, fiber - up to 2%, the remaining 4% contains minerals, carbohydrates and fats.
The chemical composition of mycelium contains:
- vitamins B, E;
- about 30 mg vitamin C;
- niacin – 9 mg;
- macro- and microelements;
- saturated acids;
- mono- and disaccharides.
The presence of 49% vitamin PP restores metabolism and strengthens the nervous system. The significant presence of potassium, 16.2%, helps regulate water, energy and acid metabolism in the human body. The calorie content of dried mushrooms is 314.7 kcal; the benefits of boletus mushroom in this case increase significantly. In its composition and nutritional value, it is not inferior to porcini mushroom or boletus.
What do aspen mushrooms help with?
In folk medicine, boletus is widely used, but it can bring both benefit and harm. Dried mycelium is added to various infusions, which ultimately normalize the body’s blood supply and immunity. Also, drugs from dried mycelium can stop or prevent the development of various tumors and diseases of the intestinal tract. For example, for blood purification, it is enough to consume 1 tsp of red cap powder without foreign impurities for 20-30 days. a few hours before meals.
To prevent bronchial diseases or common viruses, drink 1 tbsp on an empty stomach. l. tincture of kombucha and boletus. Add 1 medium-sized kombucha and a handful of fresh red caps to a liter jar. The jar is filled with boiling water or warm water and left to brew for 2-3 days in a dark place. Then they filter and begin a course of prevention. Depending on the disease, 2-3 applications before meals are sufficient.
Useful properties of boletus
Boletus has a low glycemic index, which makes it safe and beneficial for people with any form of diabetes. This mushroom is rich in amino acids; its content is not inferior to meat. A broth made from dried or fresh mushrooms is useful for children who have suffered a serious viral infection. Nutritionists recommend eating redheads for vegetarians as an alternative to meat, which helps compensate for the lack of vitamins and stop the development of anemia.
The high content of vitamin B2, amounting to 25% of the total mass of one mushroom, makes it useful for people who have vision problems. With long-term use, you can notice an improvement in the condition of the mucous membranes and skin. The mushroom cannot be confused with any other poisonous variety and can be consumed in any form - this is the main benefit of boletus for the body. The most useful is the use of tincture, dry powder, boiled or stewed redheads. Boletus is recommended for those who have problems with digestion, anemia or the heart.
Application of boletus
Mushrooms are versatile in their use for cooking, medicine or everyday life. Many mushroom pickers try to collect as many porcini mushrooms as possible, but also boletus mushrooms. They are healthy and nutritious, have a pleasant and rich taste. Most chefs of European and Russian cuisine choose this mushroom for preparing gourmet dishes. Redheads are good and nutritious in any form; they can be frozen, dried, salted and pickled.To dry, mushrooms are not washed, but wiped with a cloth, large stems are cut into cavities 1-2 cm thick, small stems are left untouched and placed in the sun. In winter, soup with dried mushrooms is more flavorful and healthy than with fresh ones.
To freeze, the harvest is thoroughly washed and boiled for about an hour in plain water. Then they are drained and packaged in containers. They can be stored for 1-2 years. You can cover mushrooms with salad or caviar for the winter.
For caviar you can use any ingredients:
- 300 g bell red pepper;
- 2 medium sized onions;
- 3 carrots;
- 10 g chili pepper;
- 700 g boletus.
Peppers, onions and carrots are grated or passed through a meat grinder and fried separately from the mushrooms. Boletuses can be cut into cubes or also chopped with a meat grinder. The ingredients are mixed and simmered for 20-30 minutes. Next, they are distributed into jars and closed. Spices are added solely for taste.
Contraindications to the use of boletus
It is worth noting that the mushroom is poorly absorbed by the body, so people with gastritis or other serious gastrointestinal problems should not consume it. Also, any type of mushroom should not be eaten by patients after poisoning with chemicals or food. There is no benefit to the human body from overripe boletus mushrooms, so they are not collected or used as planting material for growing a home farm. It is better to collect mycelium in an ecologically clean area, otherwise you can provoke mild poisoning. Individual intolerance also prevents the consumption of aspen mushrooms.
Conclusion
The benefits and harms of boletuses are determined by many factors, from the growing area to the condition of the area. It is valued by chefs for its excellent taste, and by traditional healers for its medicinal properties. However, it is worth remembering that any mushrooms have poisonous analogues, which you need to be able to distinguish and be careful even when harvesting useful boletuses.
