Chanterelle is an edible mushroom that can be consumed not only after heat treatment, but also in its raw form, while receiving huge benefits. What properties does the considered representative of the mushroom kingdom possess and how many thermally untreated mushrooms are allowed to be eaten by an adult, read below.
The chemical composition of chanterelles
This variety of mushrooms is characterized by a rich vitamin and mineral composition:
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In addition to vitamins, micro and macro elements, chanterelles are rich in organic amino acids, which are vital for the human body.
They include 3 types of elements under consideration:
- saturated - myristic, palmitic, stearic;
- monounsaturated - palmitoleic, oleic;
- polyunsaturated - linoleic, Omega-6.
The nutritional value
For 100 g of raw chanterelles, only 19 kcal.
Did you know? The name of the chanterelles is not at all connected with the beast of the same name. It comes from the Old Slavonic word “fox”, which means yellow, red color.
Of them:
- protein - 1.5 g;
- fats - 1.1 g;
- carbohydrates - 1 g;
- dietary fiber - 7 g;
- water - 88.5 g;
- ash - 1 g.
The benefits of chanterelles for the body
The product in question has a powerful anthelmintic effect. The effect is achieved due to the content of chinomannose in the composition of the chanterelles. This substance gently cleanses the body of various types of parasites. Its advantage is the ability to act not only on adults (adults) and larvae, but also on eggs.The product in question is a natural antibiotic. Thanks to a balanced vitamin-mineral composition, the use of raw chanterelles allows cope with various problems in the gastrointestinal tract. Introduction to the diet of the product will be an excellent prevention of pathological functional disorders of the liver and gall bladder. In addition, it will be useful for dysbiosis.
Due to the combination of B vitamins, ascorbic acid and various amino acids, the introduction of the product into the diet allows you to increase immunity, accelerate tissue regeneration at the cellular level. A large amount of dietary fiber helps to speed up the metabolism, which in turn stimulates the breakdown of fats, the removal of excess fluid and toxins.
Important! Chinomannose is completely destroyed at temperatures above + 50 ° C. Given this, the anthelmintic effect can not be achieved if you use the chanterelles in the finished form.
B vitamins are also involved in the regeneration and construction of cells of the nervous system, which helps to reduce irritability, improve sleep quality, and reduce the negative effects of stress on the body. It will help to cope with tonsillitis, and even fight the tuberculosis bacillus. Micro and macro elements along with vitamins are involved in the construction and regeneration of cells of various tissues, organs and systems.
Collection rules
Going to collect the considered variety of mushrooms, you need to be guided by the following rules:
- Do not cut fruits near roads, nuclear plants, factories and within the city - mushrooms absorb toxins from the environment, and if you neglect this rule, you can be poisoned.
- Collect only with a knife so as not to damage the mycelium.
- Wear comfortable clothing that will comfortably move around the forest. Be sure to take a supply of water with you.
- Do not take overripe specimens.
For chanterelles it is better to go to a mixed forest, because they are quite rare in the coniferous forest. These mushrooms prefer mossy and sandy soils. Often found near swampy areas, on forest edges, as well as open glades. If one specimen is found, then you should carefully examine the nearby territory, because the chanterelles grow in large families.
Important! Real foxes are never affected by worms. This is their main distinguishing feature.
The peak of the appearance of the crop is observed in June - early July, and then mid-August - early October. In general, these fungi appear in forests throughout the summer, but in smaller quantities than during the indicated periods. Fruiting completely ends around the beginning of November.Mushrooms bear fruit 2 times.
Raw Chanterelle Treatment
If you plan to use raw fruits in the treatment of various diseases, then the course should last 10 days. For prevention, 2-3 courses are carried out annually. During this period, 3-4 pieces should be eaten, depending on size (the weight of one medium fox is 20 g). The daily dose of raw chanterelle mushrooms for an adult is up to 100 g. The product can be eaten directly or crushed in mashed potatoes. The main thing is to first clean the dirt and wash under running water. To improve the taste, you can add salt or honey, as you like.
Swallowing the raw product in question is quite difficult. In the early days, nausea may occur. It is not recommended to eat chanterelles in raw form at night. They contain a large amount of dietary fiber, which means that the stomach will work on digestion for a long time. At night, when the body is resting, all life processes practically stop, so the food will not be digested, which will entail unpleasant sensations in the stomach, soreness and bloating.
- The product in question is used for treatment and prevention:
- helminthiasis;
- hepatitis C;
- diabetes mellitus;
- osteochondrosis;
- neurosis
- colds;
- skin diseases.
Video: chanterelle mushrooms from parasites
Contraindications and limitations
Do not give raw mushrooms to children and adolescents. Their body is much weaker than an adult, so there may be problems with the digestive tract or intoxication.
- Raw mushrooms are completely contraindicated in such cases:
- the presence of intolerance to fungi;
- allergy to mold;
- acute phases of poisoning;
- exacerbation of gastritis;
- low acidity;
- pregnancy;
- lactation.
It is permissible for pregnant women to use the product in a processed form, but up to 300 g per day. It is advisable to enter it in the breakfast or lunch menu, but not dinner, so as not to overload the stomach.
Did you know? Chanterelles are used not only in cooking, medicine, but also in cosmetology. Of these, face and body skin care products are produced.
Chanterelles is a unique product that is famous not only for its taste, but also for its healing properties. In order to overcome various ailments, it is recommended to eat several of them for 10 days raw. The main thing is not to forget to consult a doctor first, and only then begin mushroom therapy.