Useful properties of milk mushroom and its contraindications (+17 photos)

Under the many names hides a valuable ancient drink - Tibetan, milk mushroom, Indian Yogi mushroom, kefir fungus. It is a group of bacteria and microorganisms belonging to the genus Zooglea. The fungus is well known to everyone, as it is used as the basis for the preparation of an indispensable milk product - kefir.

Description of the group of bacteria and microorganisms

The bacteria and microorganisms that make up the fungus are in symbiosis. It is impossible to create a fungus at home, because any violation of the percentage of bacteria or microorganisms makes it unviable.

Appearance and photo

The mushroom is a cluster of spherical elements ranging in size from 1.5 to 50 mm. Outwardly, the body resembles a cauliflower inflorescence or boiled round rice grains. Mucous lumps have an elastic texture. Usually they are painted white, but fungi with a yellowish tinge come across. Details of the appearance can be seen in the photo.

Once in a favorable environment, bacteria and microorganisms begin to multiply rapidly. From this, the body swells, and the fungus takes the form of cauliflower inflorescence.

Structure

The main components of a Tibetan fungus are the following components:

1. Lactobacillus.
2. Milk yeast.
3. Acetate bacteria.

In addition, the composition of the fungus contains additional components:

• vitamin A;
• Vitamin D
• a group of vitamins B (B1, B2, B6, B12);
• carotenoids;
• niacin;
• potassium;
• iron;
• iodine;
• zinc;
• alcohol;
• enzymes.

Is it possible to eat

Kefir fungus as such is not consumed. But the product of its fermentation can and should be consumed. Kefir is indicated even for infants. It is taken for therapeutic purposes, for the prevention of diseases, as an ingredient in a variety of dishes. And just like that, in the bite with cookies, with a crispy fresh bun or with fried potatoes, drinking yogurt is very tasty.

Useful properties and harm of milk mushroom

The beneficial properties of milk Tibetan mushroom have been confirmed for centuries. It has a beneficial effect on the human body, providing the following actions:

1. Microflora recovery.
2. The colonization of beneficial bacteria in the intestines.
3. Increased immunity.
4. Recovery of the digestive tract and gastric mucosa.
5. Regulation of the outflow of bile.
6. Strengthening blood vessels.
7. Improving the circulatory system.
8. Skin lifting and toning.

For serious diseases, kefir is taken in combination with the main therapy. Fungal products are used for health purposes for the treatment and prevention of such ailments:

• obesity and overweight;
• metabolic disorders in the body;
• different forms of allergies;
• infectious diseases;
• liver disease
• disorders of the pancreas;
• stomach diseases;
• disorders of the cardiovascular system;
• atherosclerosis;
• headache;
• high blood pressure;
• rheumatism;
• osteochondrosis;
• thrush;
• stomatitis;
• renal colic;
• respiratory tract diseases;
• diabetes mellitus (except for the insulin-dependent form);
• slow hair growth.

Kefir has not only useful properties, but also a number of contraindications. You can not take the product of kefir fungus for allergies to dairy products and people with fungal diseases. Tibetan drink tends to reduce the effect of many medications. Therefore, its use is contraindicated in people dependent on drugs.

The frequency of administration and dosage is determined by the doctor. There are ailments in the treatment of which kefir is the main drug.

Also, this valuable product can be used topically for skin diseases and edema:

1. For wounds and cuts, as well as for the treatment of barley, a swab dipped in a drink is applied for half an hour.
2. To remove acne daily for 30 minutes. they hold a towel soaked in kefir on the problem area.
3. Lotions from a drink of yogis relieve swelling and fatigue of the legs.
4. With seborrhea, kefir is applied twice a week to the site of peeling. The procedure is carried out 10 times.
5. In case of hair loss, a homogeneous mass of kefir and castor oil is kept on the roots for 40 minutes.

Kefir is a favorite product of nutritionists in the fight against obesity. It is part of many diets, as it is a valuable dietary product. However, the frequency of doses and dosage should be calculated by a dietitian, since a diet invented by yourself can seriously harm your health.

Kefir treat diaper rash of the skin of infants. 1 liter of product is mixed with 100 g of olive oil. The finished mixture is poured into a bath with warm water for bathing the baby. This procedure can be carried out once a week for 10 minutes.

The story of the appearance of the yogi drink

There are several suggestions about the appearance of a Tibetan drink. The most common theories are:

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1. A drink from the mushroom was received by Tibetan monks.
2. The drink was granted to Muslims by Allah.
3. The drink was presented to the Caucasians by the Prophet Muhammad.

The most common assumption about the origin of the yogi drink is associated with Tibet. Tibetan monks experimentally brought out a miraculous drink and sacredly kept the secret of its preparation. They revealed it to only one European - a Polish oncologist professor, who for 5 years saved the inhabitants of Tibet from cancer. For the saved lives, the monks gave him milk mushroom, which the Pole brought first to Europe.

Muslims believe that the mushroom was granted to them by Allah. They passed the secret of preparing the drink from generation to generation, like a heirloom. It is believed that the magic fungus brings health and well-being to the house.

The third widespread theory of the origin of kefir implies the receipt of a fungus by orthodox Caucasians as a gift from the Prophet Muhammad 1500 thousand years ago. In the Caucasus, kefir fungus is called the Grain of the Prophet, and the kefir obtained from it is called the Drink of the Prophet.

Since the XIX century in Europe, kefir has been actively used as a medicine and prophylactic for a number of diseases. To date, the healing properties of the Tibetan fungus have been proven and are used by traditional medicine.

How to grow milk mushroom at home?

It is easy to grow a mushroom at home and at any time to enjoy a homemade yogi drink. To do this, you need to get only a piece of it. But this is not difficult, because today the mushroom is in the public domain for a completely nominal fee, or even for nothing.

To grow, you will need a clean glass jar, milk and a gauze cut. The procedure for growing a fungus involves the following actions:

1. Milk intended "under kefir" requires boiling. The exception is pasteurized and ultra-pasteurized milk.

   

2. 2 teaspoons of the fungus must be thoroughly washed under running water.
3. The mushroom is laid at the bottom of the can and poured with slightly warmed milk. You can use cold, but in this case, the fermentation process will be longer.

   

4. The jar is covered with a gauze cut folded in several layers and placed in a place with room temperature. The mushroom must breathe, so you can not use polyethylene and lids. And gauze passes air well and protects the future product from pollution.
5. If the fermentation procedure was carried out correctly, after a day a thick layer will appear on the surface of the milk. The resulting kefir is drained through a sieve, and the mushrooms are left for later use.

   

If during the starter culture the fungal particles float to the surface, they are removed. Their appearance does not affect the quality of kefir. When growing the mushroom, do not use metal objects.

Reviews of doctors about the use of the mushroom

The benefits of kefir mushroom are confirmed by positive feedback from doctors:

Anna Vitalievna, general practitioner: “Reception of kefir from the Tibetan fungus gives positive results in the treatment of patients with atherosclerosis and some forms of diabetes. Despite the fact that the drink has practically no contraindications, you should consult a doctor before using it. ”

Rinat Arkadevich, general practitioner: “I recommend taking the drink to patients with high blood pressure. The tool is quite cheap and affordable. And most importantly - it has almost no contraindications to use. ”

Vadim Romanovich, dietitian: “I cannot but agree with the invaluable benefits of this product for the human body. It is not for nothing that kefir is included in the diet of a predominant number of diets and is indicated for people suffering from overweight. But many forget about contraindications.

Firstly, the product cannot be used for people with fungal infections. Secondly, Tibetan kefir greatly weakens the effect of drugs. If during treatment it becomes necessary to take the product, it should be consumed 3-4 hours after taking the medicine. "

Answers to widespread questions

Around the kefir mushroom always raises a lot of questions. Further answers to the most common questions about the fungus:

The Tibetan mushroom is a unique organism consisting of microorganisms and bacteria consisting in symbiosis. Its product - kefir - has not only nutritional, but also healing properties. Tibetan kefir is a delicious panacea for many diseases with minimal contraindications.