Since ancient times, people have known that Ganoderma lucidum is a good medicinal material, a tonic, and an excellent medicinal material that can help people regulate their bodies. So many people have high praise for Ganoderma lucidum. Of course, it also has these functions, so it is understandable that it has such a high evaluation. However, many people don't know how to use it correctly. In addition to making medicine, Ganoderma can also be used to boil water.
1. How long should Ganoderma lucidum be boiled
Ganoderma lucidum is usually boiled in water for 20-30 minutes. Select the purple Ganoderma lucidum slices, wash them with water, and break the purple Ganoderma lucidum into small pieces. Soak in water for a while, put it into a casserole, add 500ml of water, put it on the stove and boil; after boiling for 20 minutes, pour out the Ganoderma lucidum water and drink it. Do not throw away the remaining Ganoderma lucidum residue, you can reuse it for 2-3 Second-rate.
Ganoderma lucidum can cure all diseases, its functions are fulfilled, and it has magical effects, so it is named Ganoderma lucidum, commonly known as Ganoderma lucidum grass. Purple Ganoderma lucidum has the best medicinal effect; it is mainly used to treat fatigue, cough, asthma, insomnia, and indigestion. , malignant tumors, etc.; Shennong's Materia Medica lists Ganoderma lucidum as top grade, saying that purple ganoderma is good for deafness, sharp joints, protects the mind and replenishes essence, strengthens muscles and bones, has good color, and can make you less old and prolong life after long-term use. Modern research shows that Ganoderma lucidum has anti-tumor, Liver protection and detoxification, lowering blood pressure, blood lipids, blood sugar and cholesterol, anti-aging, anti-neurasthenia and other effects.
2. How to select Ganoderma lucidum
The quality of Ganoderma lucidum can be judged by its shape, color, and thickness. Good Ganoderma lucidum seeds have short stems and thick flesh. Use a magnifying glass to observe the back or bottom of the cap. You can see the tube holes. The ones that are light yellow or golden are the best, the ones that are white are the second best, and the ones that are grayish white and have tube holes are the best. The larger one is of inferior quality. The cap of genuine Ganoderma is corky, semi-circular, 12 to 20 centimeters wide and about two centimeters thick. The skin is hard, yellow at first, then gradually turns to reddish brown, shiny, with annular ribs and radiating patterns. Wrinkles, thin and flat edges, often slightly rolled in. Select wild Ganoderma lucidum by "looking, smelling, asking, and cutting".
3. What should not be eaten with Ganoderma lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum should not be eaten with preserved eggs because Ganoderma lucidum contains trace elements such as protein, and preserved eggs contain heavy metals such as lead. If Not only will Ganoderma lucidum lose its original nutritional value if eaten together, Ganoderma lucidum cannot be eaten with peppers as it may cause side effects. It cannot be eaten with spicy food. Otherwise, the original nutritional value of Ganoderma lucidum will be affected. Foods that cannot be eaten with Ganoderma lucidum include lemons, as the nutritional value of Ganoderma lucidum will be greatly reduced.
4. How to eat Ganoderma lucidum with good effect
1. Soak Ganoderma lucidum in wine
Slice or cut the Ganoderma lucidum into pieces, soak it in white wine, and seal it good. After three days, you can drink the liquor when its color changes from white to brown. You can also add an appropriate amount of rock sugar or honey according to your personal taste.
2. Make tea with Ganoderma
Take about 10g of Ganoderma, slice it, put it into a teacup, brew it directly with boiling water, or put it into a teapot to make tea. After the color is brewed, Drinkable.
3. Ganoderma lucidum decoction
Chop Ganoderma lucidum (Ganoderma lucidum into slices), add it to the jar, add water, boil it in water like decoction of traditional Chinese medicine and take it, usually 3-4 times. , you can also boil it in water three times in a row, put it into a warm water bottle and drink it slowly. There is no limit to how much you drink every day.
4. Stewed pig trotters with Ganoderma lucidum
Wash the pig trotters and remove the hair, wash and slice the Ganoderma lucidum. Put lard in the pot, heat it up, add onion and ginger and stir-fry until fragrant. Add pig's trotters, water, cooking wine, salt, monosodium glutamate and Ganoderma lucidum. Bring to a boil over high heat and then simmer over low heat until the pig's trotters are thoroughly cooked.
Ganoderma lucidum, a good medicinal material, is very beneficial in every aspect. Whether it is its own value or its effect on the body. Many people don’t know the correct way to use this kind of medicinal material. Many people think that it can be used only by boiling medicine. In fact, it is not the case. It can also be boiled in water. So how long does it take to boil Ganoderma lucidum? Generally speaking, it is 20 to Thirty minutes.