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How to use mushrooms in the kitchen to aid digestion
How to use mushrooms in the kitchen to aid digestion
Mushrooms are not only a delicious ingredient in the kitchen but also a true ally for our digestive health. In this article, we will explore how some species of mushrooms can promote digestion, alleviate gastric disorders, and improve nutrient absorption.
Guide to drying and preserving mushrooms for therapeutic use
Guide to drying and preserving mushrooms for therapeutic use
Mushroom drying is an ancient art that combines tradition and science, essential for those who want to use mushrooms for therapeutic purposes. How to dry mushrooms correctly is not just a question of method, but of understanding the biochemical processes that determine their effectiveness...
The best places in Italy to go mushroom picking: a guide to the richest regions
The best places in Italy to go mushroom picking: a guide to the richest regions
Italy is a true paradise for mycology and mushroom picking enthusiasts, with diverse landscapes that offer perfect habitats for hundreds of species: here, mushroom picking is not just a hobby, but an experience that combines well-being, contact with nature and gastronomy...
How to create an excellent substrate for Pleurotus mushrooms
How to create an excellent substrate for Pleurotus mushrooms
Pleurotus mushrooms, also known as oyster mushrooms or 'orecchioni', are among the most appreciated both in cooking and for their nutritional properties. The key to successful cultivation lies in the preparation of a high-quality Pleurotus substrate, which provides all the nutrients needed for the mycelium to develop vigorously.
Scientific studies on medicinal mushrooms: how to interpret them correctly
Scientific studies on medicinal mushrooms: how to interpret them correctly
The kingdom of mushrooms represents one of the most fascinating and complex frontiers of biology, where the boundary between medicine and poison can be incredibly thin, for this reason it is necessary to correctly interpret scientific studies regarding medicinal mushrooms.
Mushroom Coffee: What It Is and Why It Is Considered a Natural Energizing Drink
Mushroom Coffee: What It Is and Why It Is Considered a Natural Energizing Drink
In the vast universe of mycology applied to food, mushroom coffee is emerging as one of the most interesting trends for those looking for healthy alternatives to traditional coffee. But what really lies behind this drink that combines coffee beans with medicinal mushrooms?
Climate Change and Fungi: How Global Warming Is Revolutionizing the Fungal Kingdom
Climate Change and Fungi: How Global Warming Is Revolutionizing the Fungal Kingdom
In a world that is changing at an unprecedented rate, the kingdom of fungi represents a sensitive thermometer of the transformations underway. Often overlooked in the debate on climate change, these organisms are undergoing profound mutations that are redesigning entire ecosystems...
Mushroom Seasonality: When to Look for Them Based on the Climate and Region of Italy
Mushroom Seasonality: When to Look for Them Based on the Climate and Region of Italy
There is a perfect time for every mushroom, a hidden harmony between soil, climate and mycelium that only the most expert hunters truly know. Seasonality in mycology is not a simple calendar, but a complex environmental symphony that varies from valley to valley...
Why the Laminated Cap Virus is a serious problem
Why the Laminated Cap Virus is a serious problem
In the world of mushroom cultivation, there are silent threats that can compromise months of work: among these, the Laminated Cap Virus (LCV) is one of the most insidious. This pathogen, still little studied in amateur circles, affects the mycelium and deforms the fruiting bodies, leading to significant economic losses for growers...
What causes soft rot in mushrooms? An in-depth look at biology, prevention, and curiosity
What causes soft rot in mushrooms? An in-depth look at biology, prevention, and curiosity
In the fascinating world of mycology, few things are as disappointing as discovering that your mushroom harvest has been affected by soft rot, the softening process that turns firm tissue into a shapeless mass. This article was born out of a need to provide a definitive resource on the phenomenon, combining up-to-date scientific research with practical applications for foragers, growers, and enthusiasts.