All about the beneficial properties of the chaga mushroom and its uses
The chaga mushroom and its beneficial properties have been known to people since the beginning of the 16th century. People also call it black, tinder fungus or birch. It belongs to the tinder family. The mushroom often grows on the trunk of a birch, but it can also be seen on alder, mountain ash, beech and elm. It differs from other types of chaga in its healing properties. Due to this, birch trees are often used to treat many diseases.
Chaga mushroom peculiarity
Chaga birch mushroom is used for better assimilation of vitamins and medicines.
Black fungus is a slow-growing parasite. It will take about 10 years for it to become medium in size. Often, the tree on which the tinder fungus settled dies.
Useful properties of chaga mushroom:
- has anti-inflammatory, bactericidal properties;
- lowers arterial pressure;
- eliminates pain;
- improves metabolism;
- restores the digestive tract;
- cleanses the body of toxins;
- has a positive effect on the nervous system;
- lowers blood sugar;
- normalizes sleep;
- slows down the development of cancer cells.
Also, birch has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the kidneys and liver. It has a diuretic effect and helps in quick healing of cuts. In addition, it is taken for ulcers and gastritis of varying degrees.
Chaga birch mushroom is rich in resin, tartaric, formic, acetic acid. Thanks to such trace elements, the tinder fungus infusion helps to normalize the acid-base balance of the body. It also includes such chemical elements as zinc, magnesium, potassium, nickel. In addition, the mushroom has a large amount of melanin, phytoncide, flavonoid.
How to properly procure and who can use it?
You can harvest a birch tree at any time of the year, but it is best to carry out such a procedure in spring or autumn. At this time, the mushroom contains most of all useful substances. Cut off the build-up should only be from live birch. Before separating from the trunk, its structure should be checked. A birch tree with light pulp will be useful.
For harvesting, you must use the mushroom that does not crumble.
Cut off the build-up with a sharp knife. Since the pulp quickly becomes firm, it is recommended to immediately chop it into the desired parts and dry it. It is better to do this with an electric device at a temperature not higher than 500FROM.
A decoction of the chaga mushroom is taken when:
- oncology of varying degrees;
- liver pathologies;
- nephritis and pyelonephritis;
- damage to the gastric mucosa;
- skin diseases;
- stomatitis;
- periodontal disease.
The largest number of beneficial properties in the chaga birch mushroom is found in the growth that is at least 10 years old. Less useful is a birch taken from dry wood. Do not use tinder fungus that grows in the lower part of the trunk. It is best to shoot the one that will be as high as possible.
Despite all the beneficial properties of the birch chaga mushroom, it is not recommended to use it for people with chronic colitis, dysentery. You should also refuse to use infusions for patients who take antibiotics and glucose.
How to use birch mushroom correctly?
There are many ways to brew a birch tree. Often people just grind the build-up and fill it with cold water. Unfortunately, this method will not allow the mushroom to fully open up and give up all its trace elements. Such a mixture will only be effective for disease prevention.
Infusion on vodka
This method is effective for gastrointestinal diseases. The infusion is also used to treat insomnia.
Ingredients:
- 100 grams of chopped mushroom;
- 2 glasses of vodka.
Put all the ingredients in a liter jar and leave in a dark place for 14 days. Shake well every 2-3 days. After two weeks, treatment can be started. Combine a teaspoon of liquid with 30 ml of warm water.
The resulting product is taken three times a day, 20-30 minutes before meals. The course of treatment is 14 days. Then take a break for two weeks. After rest, you must re-conduct the course.
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Mushroom tea
For cooking, you will need 50 grams of dried growth and 0.5 liters of clean, warm water. Place the components in a ceramic dish, mix well. The mixture should be infused for 48 hours at an air temperature of 200 From to 250 C. At the end of the time, strain the infusion, and squeeze the cake well.
The liquid will need to be added with the same amount of water. You should get 0.5 liters of the finished product.
Take one glass half an hour before meals. The course of treatment lasts for three months. Take a break for 14 days every month.
Before each reception, the infusion must be shaken.
Infusion for oncology
In order to stop the development of cancer cells, not only infusions from the mushroom are used, but also inhalation. The second method is often used for neoplasms in the larynx.
For cooking you need:
- a handful of birch trees;
- 500 ml of boiling water;
- pan.
Chop the mushroom, place in a container and cover with water. Leave in this state for 10 minutes. Then bend over the vessel, and cover yourself with a bath towel or blanket. Breathe in pairs for 5 minutes.
The procedure should be repeated twice a day for 3 months. At the end of every 30 days, take a break for 2 weeks. More effective and faster treatment will be if, in parallel with inhalations, the patient drinks an infusion of the mushroom. With combination therapy, the agent must be taken orally every day, and breathe in pairs every two days.
Adhering to the recommendations, you can get rid of diseases of the stomach, liver and other organs in a short time. But before starting treatment, you should consult a doctor.