Hericium can still be eaten when it turns yellow. It is white when fresh and changes from light yellow to light brown when dried.

Efficacy and functions of Hericium erinaceus

(1) Efficacy of Hericium erinaceus

Nature and flavor are sweet; flat.

Returns through the spleen and stomach meridians.

Functions and Indications: Strengthening the spleen and stomach; calming the nerves; anti-cancer. The main symptoms include weakness, indigestion, insomnia, gastric and duodenal ulcers, chronic gastritis, and digestive tract tumors.

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Hericium erinaceus is mild in nature and sweet in taste. It is beneficial to the five internal organs, aids digestion, and nourishes the body. It is especially suitable for people with gastrointestinal problems and asthma.

(2) The role of Hericium erinaceus

Enhance immune function.

In the experiment, Hericium polysaccharide was intraperitoneally injected into mice at 2 mg/mouse for 7 consecutive days, which could significantly improve the phagocytic function of mouse peritoneal macrophages; it could promote the production of hemolysin and increase humoral immunity. ability. People who eat some Hericium erinaceus in moderation also have the effect of improving the body's immunity

Anti-tumor effects.

Hericium can also inhibit the liver cancer-causing effect of aflatoxin in rats and reduce the number of lesions on the liver section. People who eat some Hericium erinaceus in moderation can reduce the incidence of tumors.

Anti-ulcer effect.

Hericium contains special nutrients. Eating more of it has a certain antibacterial effect. Using Hericium tablets can help the recovery of gastric ulcers. Studies have shown that the mechanism of action of monkey mushroom tablets in treating gastric ulcers may be due to inhibiting pepsin activity and promoting ulcer healing.

Hyperglycemic effect.

Experiments show that Hericium polysaccharide can reduce the blood sugar levels of normal blood sugar in mice and diabetic mice caused by ectoine. In other words, people with high blood sugar are suitable to eat Hericium, which is beneficial to lowering blood sugar.

Delay aging.

Hericium mycelium polysaccharide and fruiting body polysaccharide can significantly increase the flying ability of Drosophila melanogaster, reduce the lipofuscin content of newly hatched Drosophila melanogaster and mouse myocardial tissue, and increase superoxidation in the brain and liver of mice. Specific activity of substance dismutase (SOD). People who eat more Hericium can enhance their physical fitness and effectively slow down organ aging.

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 a good effect on preventing and treating Alzheimer's disease. Therefore, Hericium erinaceus is still a new nutritious and brain-building food that promotes longevity and resists aging.

Nourishment.

Hericium can not only cook delicious dishes, but also help treat digestive system diseases and has a nourishing effect. In addition, according to information, Hericium erinaceus also has hair-beautifying effects.

Promote appetite.