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The medicinal properties of the tinder fungus are one of the common reasons why fruit bodies are harvested. The preservation of their healing properties depends on how they are prepared, and then processed and stored.
The chemical composition of the tinder fungus
Polypore is the generalized name for a group of fruit bodies that prefer to grow on the trunk of trees. They are found in mixed birch plantings. In the forests, the medicinal tinder fungus is a "orderly", known for its ability to decompose organic compounds into mineral ones.
Scientists have identified more than 1,500 polypores, most of which belong to the category of conditionally edible
The chemical composition of the fruit bodies:
- agaric acid is capable of inhibiting cellular respiration, which is used for the manufacture of anticancer drugs;
- boricolic acid;
- ergosterol helps to stop the growth of cancer cells and destroys them;
- polysaccharide "lanophil" is a stimulant of liver enzymes that break down fats;
- methanol lowers the pain threshold;
- sodium pyroglutamate, destroys cancer cells, inhibiting their growth and activity;
- D-glucosamine is a substance that helps to normalize glucose in the human body, therefore it is included in drugs against diabetes mellitus;
- beta-glucans, substances are polysaccharides with immunostimulating and anti-cancer properties.
The healing properties of the tinder fungus are also manifested due to the tannins, sesquiterpenes, polyphenols and saponins contained in it, as well as a large amount of acids: citric, fumaric, malic and others. The resin concentration in fruiting bodies is 30%, but this figure increases to 65-70% as the mushrooms grow.
Among other useful substances that provide medicinal properties to the tinder fungus are macro- and microelements: germanium, calcium and cadmium, iron, manganese, copper and others.
What is the use of tinder fungus
Due to the multicomponent chemical composition, tinder fungi are able to bring both benefits and harm to the human body. Medicines made from fruiting bodies are used for dysbiosis, arthritis, liver cirrhosis, stomach ulcers and other diseases.
Medicinal properties:
- normalization of metabolic processes, blood pressure;
- elimination of toxic substances and heavy metals from the body;
- normalization of liver function;
- antimicrobial action;
- splitting of adipose tissue.
The medicinal properties of the mushroom differ depending on its variety:
- Larch tinder fungus is one of the most common species, which is considered to be "universal". It is used in the treatment of pathologies of the stomach and intestines, joint diseases and other inflammatory processes.
- Aspen tinder fungus is recommended for the treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system: adenoma, enuresis, prostatitis. Infusions from it are effective for diabetes mellitus and hernia.
- Birch tinder fungus helps with asthma and tuberculosis.
- The multi-colored tinder fungus is most often used in the treatment of articular pathologies.
- Scaly tinder fungus has high blood-purifying properties: it is able to remove poisons, mercury, lead or arsenic from organs and tissues, as well as other substances that get into car exhaust.The mushroom is distinguished not only by medicinal properties, but also edible (young fruit bodies have a sweetish taste).
- The flat tinder fungus is recommended for use in gastrointestinal pathologies: cancer, ulcers. In the past, healers have used its medicinal properties to combat smallpox.
- The healing properties of the sulfur-yellow tinder fungus are to get rid of leukemia. The common people call the mushroom a dumpling, eaten (young fruit bodies are tasty, with a slight sourness).
- The winter tinder fungus differs from other varieties by the presence of a leg. Young fruiting bodies can be eaten. The medicinal properties of the mushroom are in the fight against diseases of the joints and bone apparatus.
Fungi are also known for their positive effect on the nervous system: they increase resistance to psycho-emotional stress, eliminate the symptoms of depression, epilepsy.
Tinder fungus harm
When using drugs made from fruiting bodies, an allergic reaction may develop, manifested by skin rashes.
With improper preparation of the drug or its use, there is a high risk of poisoning the body, which is manifested by nausea and vomiting, weakness, dizziness, and upset stools.
How to take tinder fungus
The method of using tinder fungus depends on what kind of disease a person wants to fight.
Folk recipes:
- Grind the fruiting bodies to a powdery state, take the medicine 1-2 times a day, 5 g before meals, maintaining an interval of 2.5 hours, washed down with raw water. On the third day of therapy, the intake should be reduced to 3 times a day at the same dosage. The recipe is used to cleanse the blood, in case of poisoning, liver disease and infection. The course of therapy to achieve a therapeutic effect is 1-2 months.
- According to reviews, the tinder fungus is good for losing weight and treating respiratory diseases. To do this, add 15 g of crushed raw materials to 200 ml of boiling water and keep it in a water bath for half an hour. At the end of the preparation, the medicine should be insisted for 4 hours. Take the broth 4 times a day before meals.
- In case of skin lesions, 30 g of the mushroom is poured with 150 ml of vodka, then the container is removed to a dark place for 14 days. After the time has elapsed, strain the tincture, then use it as directed: lubricate ulcers or wounds, cuts.
- The medicinal properties of the fungus for hepatitis are used as follows: soak the mushroom for 3-4 hours in water, then chop it. Add 200 g of raw material to 1000 ml of warm boiled water and leave for 2 days in a dark room. Filter the finished infusion and take 450 ml per day, divided into three portions.
- The healing properties of tinder fungus against cancer are manifested if you make the following tincture from it: add 45 g of mushroom to 500 ml of vodka, store the container for 15 days in a dark place. You should not filter the medicine, take it 10 ml 2 times a day.
It is recommended to store the finished infusion in a glass container in a dark place.
Water decoctions are required to be prepared daily. Alcohol tinctures are preserved throughout the course of treatment.
Contraindications to tinder fungus
Despite its useful properties, tinder fungus also has contraindications for use. It is forbidden to undergo treatment for pregnant or lactating women, as well as people prone to allergic reactions.
The medicinal properties of the mushroom will harm people suffering from anemia, hemorrhagic diathesis, uterine bleeding. The fungus thins the blood, so it should be discontinued 2 weeks beforehand for persons preparing for surgery.
Collecting and harvesting tinder fungus
In order to preserve the medicinal properties of the mushroom as much as possible, it is important to collect and prepare it correctly. The optimal time for the procedure lasts from August to November. It is recommended to collect young fruiting bodies; in old mushrooms, only the cap is suitable for use.
Edible varieties are preferred to be eaten fresh, for medicinal purposes they are dried and crushed to a powdery state. To do this, after washing and cleaning, they are cut into pieces and laid out on a baking sheet on parchment paper.
The temperature in an oven or dryer should not exceed 50 ° C.
If the technology of harvesting mushrooms is violated, their medicinal properties decrease.
It is recommended to put the prepared raw materials in glass containers or paper bags. Moisture should be avoided on dried mushrooms.
Conclusion
The medicinal properties of the tinder fungus are unique, but in order to achieve a positive effect from therapy, it is important to correctly prepare the raw materials and use the drug correctly. In the presence of contraindications, the use of mushrooms is prohibited.
