Agaricus or larch sponge is a parasitic fungus of the tinder, which forms mainly on the trunks of larch trees. It has the form of a horseshoe or an upturned plate, which has grown into a tree. This sponge harms trees, taking away nutrients from them, while accumulating them in themselves. And it is thanks to such accumulations that people have found in the agaricus healing properties for themselves.
Therapeutic properties of agaricus
Valuable medicinal properties of the agaricus fungus is due to a large number of organic acids, minerals, vitamin and mineral salts. It also contains glucose, polysaccharides, fatty oils and phytosterols, and an uncountable amount of resin beneficial to the human body has been found in the dried sponge.
Even in antiquity, the healing properties of agaricus were considered universal, and the fungus was called the "elixir of life". With the help of this wood parasite, people are treated:
- respiratory diseases, including asthma ;
- inflammatory and ulcerative processes in the gastrointestinal tract;
- diabetes mellitus ;
- jaundice;
- hormonal disorders, etc.
With its help remove toxins and toxins, purify the body, especially with parasitic infections and cancer diseases and struggle with excess weight.
Contraindications and side effects
Despite such a number of useful properties, agaricus is toxic, so when it is used, dosage should be strictly observed. Otherwise, vomiting and diarrhea, rashes and itching can begin. Do not use larch sponges for women during pregnancy and lactation, as well as children and the elderly.
Contraindications include certain diseases of the liver and intestines. Therefore, before you begin using it for medicinal purposes, it is worth consulting with a doctor so as not to harm yourself.