Dried Agrocybe aegerita is generally made of fresh Agrocybe aegerita, which generally contains no harmful substances, so it is not necessary to blanch it before eating, but it needs to be fully soaked in warm water before cooking, otherwise it will be easily cooked.
Agrocybe aegerita is rich in nutrients, containing 18 amino acids needed by human body, especially 8 amino acids, dextran, bacterial protein, carbohydrates and other nutrients that human body can't synthesize. Its mushroom handle is crisp, tender and refreshing, and its taste is fragrant. There are also abundant B vitamins and various mineral elements, such as iron, potassium, zinc and selenium, which are higher than other fungi.
biological activity
1, anti-tumor
It was found that the active components such as polysaccharide from Agrocybe cylindrica, active protein component Yt and Agrocybe cylindrica lectin have anti-tumor and anti-cancer activities, so people call them "Chinese Shengu", "health food" and "anti-cancer vanguard".
2. Anti-oxidation (anti-aging)
It is found that many components contained in Agrocybe aegerita, such as polysaccharides and indole derivatives, have obvious abilities of eliminating free radicals and resisting oxidation. Regular eating can play a role in anti-aging and beauty.
3, antibacterial
The mycelium and fruiting body of Agrocybe cylindrica and its hot water extract have strong bacteriostatic effect, and have strong inhibitory effect on Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, which can effectively inhibit the growth of Gram-positive (G+) and Gram-negative (G-) bacteria, yeast and mold.
4. Immune regulation
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5. Relieve bed wetting in children.
Agrocybe aegerita has a unique effect on frequent micturition, edema and asthma due to kidney deficiency, especially low-grade bed wetting in children.