Introduction:

Hericium erinaceus, also known as monkey brain mushroom and Hericium erinaceus, is a precious wild edible fungus, which looks like the head of monkey, so it gets its name. It is round and thick, with a layer of hair thorns on the surface and smooth abdomen as fleshy mass. White when fresh, brown or golden when dried. Good quality Hericium erinaceus mushroom body integrity, no incomplete, mushroom body dry, uniform size, hair more slender, hair complete.

Nutritional Componentsof Hericium erinaceus

1.DF (dietary fiber)

Hericium erinaceus is rich in dietary fiber, which helps to promote intestinal motility and increase the frequency of defecation to prevent constipation.

2. Rich in vitamins and minerals

Hericium erinaceus is rich in vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B, vitamin D, potassium, magnesium and so on. Mineralslike potassium and magnesium.

3, rich in protein content

Hericium erinaceus is rich in high-quality protein and is an excellent source of plant protein.

antioxidant substances

Hericium erinaceus contains a variety of antioxidants, such as polyphenols, β-glucan and so on.

4. Hericium erinaceus tastes delicious but is relatively low in fat, making it suitable as part of a healthy diet.

The efficacy and role of Hericium erinaceus

1. Reduce cholesterol

Hericium erinaceus can reduce blood cholesterol and triglyceride content, can regulate blood lipids, is conducive to blood circulation, cardiovascular patients are ideal food.

2. Maintain stomach and intestines

Hericium erinaceus has the effect of protecting, conditioning and repairing digestive system. It can help digestion, benefit liver and spleen, relieve hunger and thirst, and remove poison. Loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting after eating can quickly stop vomiting, improve appetite.

3. Anti-aging

Hericium erinaceus on neurasthenia, insomnia has the effect of auxiliary diet, Hericium erinaceus can promote brain cell growth and regeneration, prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's disease has a good effect, is longevity anti-aging food.

4. Healthy brain.

In recent years, Japanese scholars have proposed that Hericium erinaceus contains "D-glucan" and nerve cell growth factor (NGF). It can promote the growth and regeneration of brain nerve cells, and has good effect on preventing and treating Alzheimer's disease. Therefore, Hericium erinaceus is still a new type of nutritious brain food for longevity and anti-aging.

5, nourishing.

Hericium erinaceus can not only cook delicious food, but also assist in the treatment of digestive system diseases, and has a nourishing effect. In addition, according to information, Hericium erinaceus also has hairdressing effect.

6. Stimulate appetite.

Hericium erinaceus has the function of stimulating appetite, enhancing gastric mucosa barrier function, improving lymphocyte transformation rate and enhancing white blood cells.

Applicable population:

Suitable crowd: low immunity crowd, high brain crowd; food allergy to bacteria with caution. Both infants and the elderly can eat it. Patients with cardiovascular diseases and gastrointestinal diseases should eat Hericium erinaceus.

Edible methods

Hericium erinaceus eating methods and practices are diverse, can cook soup, stir-fried dishes, steaming, etc.,Hericium erinaceus and ribs, chicken, tremella, Astragalus membranaceus, red dates and other ingredients together soup is better. Hericium erinaceus nutritional value is very high, tender meat, flavor, delicious and delicious, but also a great role in the human body.

Usage method:

Soak in warm water at a temperature of 40-50 degrees Celsiusfor about 30 minutes to 1 hour until the Hericium erinaceus restores its soft taste. You can also use cold water to soak hair directly, but it takes a long time, usually more than 6 hours, during which you should pay attention to changing water many times.

Storage method

It can be sealed in a clean bag or strung in a string and hung in a cool, dry and ventilated place. Check frequently after summer, it is easy to produce insects and moths. If stored in the refrigerator, ensure frequent ventilation.