One of the most expensive mushrooms of Himalayas "Guchchi" (Morel mushrooms)

 One of the most expensive mushrooms of Himalayas 

Guchchi (Morel mushrooms)

Morel Mushroom is also known as GUCHCHI Mushroom worldwide. it has tremendous medicinal value as it is rich in IRON, Vitamin D, Vitamin B, and Anti Oxidant which helps in Liver protection and Immune system activity. This is one of the wild varieties of Mushrooms which is rich in taste with musky flavor. 

Many people used to collect it to cook in their own kitchen while for the other hundreds of peoples in the area its an extra source of income. They are naturally grown and found in the Himalayas after the snowfall in March-May, can't be grown commercially. it's a task to find then in the Himalayas, It is as tough as searching for gold, this is another reason why they are known as the most expensive mushrooms.

One of those expensive and unique ingredients that grow wild in the foothills of the Himalayas is the "Gucci mushroom" which is priced between Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 30,000 per kilogram! 

Morels, which are mushrooms in the Morchella family, are distinguished from other mushrooms by their fluffy, honeycomb-shaped heads, a rather unsightly mass of folds and bones that actually contain large amounts of flavorful flavor. 

They grow in coniferous forests in temperate regions, and the cold foothills of the Himalayas, in Himachal, Uttaranchal, and Jammu and Kashmir. They grow best during the rains and snowfall, but it may take months before enough can be collected.

There are also some stories that have been linked to Gucchi Mushrooms, like for instance, thunder and lighting are known to make them multiply and also that they grow best in areas that have suffered a forest fire. But none of them has been validated yet. The mysterious growth of Gucchi Mushrooms remains as obscure as they search for it.

      

 

Why Morel Mushrooms so Expensive?

1. They're hard to cultivate. But you already know this. For this reason, they are mostly foraged from the wild, meaning your morels were hand-picked by someone who traveled a great distance to harvest them.
2. They have a short growing season. Morels are spring mushrooms that can be found between March and June, depending on climate, weather, and elevation.
3. They're highly perishable. Because morels are hollow, they don't hold up well in transport, so getting them to the market can be difficult.
4. We can't grow it commercial its totally depend upon nature and weather.

                             

 

Health benefits of Morel mushrooms

1. Iron deficiency The anemia is caused due to the low level of hemoglobin and red blood cells due to which low level of oxygen reaches the cells. It leads to low energy levels, poor immunity, and brain function.

2. Cognitive health Iron is essential for the brain function as it plays a vital role in carrying oxygen to the brain because 20 percent of oxygen is used by the brain in the body. The deficiency of iron can affect mental functions and memory as well.

3. Treat Arthritis Copper provides anti-inflammatory activities that relieve stiffness and pain that are related to arthritis. It assists the muscular strength, repair connective tissue and lowers joint pain.

4. Thyroid health Potassium, zinc, calcium, and copper are essential for the proper functioning of thyroid activity and also prevent hyperthyroidism. The absence of one of these minerals can lead a person to suffer the thyroid. It leads to weight gain or loss, fatigue, appetite, change in body temperature, etc.

5. Bone health Vitamin D plays a vital role in the absorption of calcium which is essential to maintain bone health. The calcium level is maintained by the calcitriol and parathyroid hormone. Vitamin K helps to maintain the level of phosphorus in the blood. The deficiency of Vitamin D leads to bone ailments such as rickets and osteomalacia. 

6. Liver ailments

The adequate consumption of zinc lowers the infection and damage of the liver. Zinc assist to clean the liver by eliminating wastes that help to reduce the free radical damage and assist the absorption of nutrients. This helps to keep the liver ailments at bay.

7. Cure diarrhea deficiency of zinc is associated with diarrheal diseases as well as digestive problems so the adequate consumption of foods rich in zinc helps to cure diarrhea and prophylaxis. It also enhances the immunity function so that it increases the ability of the body to counteract diseases. 

8. Supports vision The deficiency of Vitamin B2 increases the risk of eye ailments such as keratoconus, cataracts, and glaucoma. Vitamin B2 has the ability to prevent these eye disorders. Riboflavin drops are applied to treat eye ailments such as glaucoma. 

9. Maintains cholesterol It reduces LDL cholesterol levels which increases the chances of having a stroke, heart attack, and other heart diseases. Vitamin B3 increases HDL cholesterol levels and reduces triglycerides. It results to maintain a healthy heart by preventing heart ailments.

                                                   

               

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