by Nataliia Bohdanova
Сhanterelle mushrooms medicinal properties
Chanterelles are a type of edible mushroom known for their fruity and earthy flavor. They are prized by chefs and cooking enthusiasts alike for their versatility and unique flavor. However, chanterelles also have a lesser-known quality that makes them an important part of traditional medicine in many cultures – their ability to act as an anthelmintic.
Chanterelles as a medicine have three invaluable effects. The first is that they are the best antihelminthic medicine. Quinomannose in chanterelles is a completely natural substance that does not cause and can not cause any side effects. The second active ingredient of chanterelles is ergosterol, which is effective on liver enzymes. Now in the West pure ergosterol is used in liver cleansing. Finally, recent studies have shown that trametonolinic acid successfully affects hepatitis viruses.
Recent scientific studies have also shown that chanterelles have anthelminthic properties. In one study, scientists found that chanterelle extract effectively killed the eggs of two common parasitic worms, Ascaris lumbricoides and Trichuris trichiura, that infect humans. In another study, scientists found that chanterelle extract effectively reduced the worm burden in mice infected with the parasitic worm Heligmosomoides polygyrus.
The chanterelle contains a natural antibiotic D-mannose, which brings death to helminths and their eggs.
The exact mechanism by which chanterelles exert their anthelminthic effect is not yet fully understood. However, it is thought that the polysaccharides and triterpenoids contained in chanterelles may play a role in disrupting the parasitic worms’ ability to attach to intestinal walls and absorb nutrients from the host.
Chanterelles in Traditional and Modern Medicine
In many cultures, chanterelles have long been valued in traditional medicine. Their health benefits are attributed to three main bioactive compounds:
- Quinomannose – A completely natural substance with potent antihelminthic (anti-parasitic) effects. It is non-toxic and does not cause side effects.
- Ergosterol – Known for its positive impact on liver enzyme function. In Western medicine, purified ergosterol is now used in liver detox therapies.
- Trametonolinic acid – Shown in studies to affect hepatitis viruses, adding to the mushroom’s potential antiviral effects.
Conclusion: More Than Just a Mushroom
Chanterelles are not only a delicacy but also a potent natural remedy against parasitic infections. With their ability to support liver health, fight viruses, and eliminate intestinal worms, these mushrooms deserve a place not just in the kitchen—but in the pharmacy as well.
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