Important Points To Know
There are numerous species of wild mushroom all over the world. While some are poisonous and are not just good to be eaten others are edible when they are prepared very well. Although some people have a strong dislike for eating wild mushrooms, they have specific benefits to the environment. They are found in a variety of habitats. Some grow under trees like the pines, oak and so on. Some wild mushrooms help to recycle essential nutrients by acting as a decay agent for the breaking down of logs, trees, stems etc. Many wild species aid the growth and survival of trees by establishing a mutually beneficial relationship with the roots of the living trees.
Which Wild Mushroom Are Fit To Eat?
People often find it very difficult to differentiate poisonous wild mushrooms from the edible ones. This is because of their similarity especially in appearance. People became aware of poisonous mushroom because of its effect on humans. The poisonous ones can cause ill health or death in some cases. At the moment, in the scientific world, there is no known biological or chemical test to distinguish the poisonous ones from the rest. It can only be done by proper identification. This of course can pose a risk or threat to the lives of those who cannot do the proper identification of the poisonous species. Don't eat wild mushroom if you can't identify the poisonous ones. It is better to stay alive and eat other things than eat wild mushrooms. This has always been the best advice to offer to those who find it difficult to differentiate them.
If You Must Eat The Mushroom....
If it becomes necessary to have a bite of wild mushroom, then there are some steps or guidelines to follow. This will ensure that you don't eat the poisonous ones.
? Eat only the kind that is well known to you to be edible. If you don't know anyone that is edible at all, then ask one or more persons. If possible you can join a mushroom club to further enhance your knowledge and or identification of mushroom.
? Eat one kind at a time. Do not eat in large quantity especially at the first time.
? Do not experiment with eating mushroom.
? You can also read further articles on a mushroom or books or publications to enhance and upgrade your knowledge of mushroom.
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