The red fly agaric, a well-known poisonous species called the “holy king of mushrooms” by enthusiasts, has also joined the boletes, boletes, saffron mushrooms, kites and butterflies eagerly collected in Polish forests. On the Internet, fly agaric fans share tips on its processing and use, as well as effective storage. Meanwhile, experts warn.
Watch out for the red toadstool. Experts warn
Microdosing, i.e. the use of small, even homeopathic doses of fly agaric to improve physical and mental health, is also popular. Portal ABC Health emphasizes, however, that such theories have no support in clinical research. At the same time, they are very disturbing to medical experts who remind us that red toadstools contain a number of toxins that cause convulsions, psychosis and even paralysis of the respiratory center.
Doctors: Any dose may be hazardous to health
The symptoms of poisoning include: disturbances in auditory and visual perception, disturbances in orientation in space and time, dizziness, euphoria and anxiety. Doctors warn that each dose of fly agaric preparation may be dangerous to health. At the same time, they remind us that the biggest polluter of Polish forests is the phallus fly agaric, often confused with a goose. The toxins it contains are so strong that a small dose is enough to kill a person. The mushroom season is in full swing, but it is worth mentioning that There are species whose collection may result in a fine. Pursuant to the regulation of the Minister of the Environment, the following species are protected: St. Nicholas' oyster mushroom, Satan's bolete, Jurassic chalet, capped moth, starwort, sarniak, Trentine butterfly, erinaceae, white parrot and hollow truffle. For collecting protected species of mushrooms, you may be fined up to PLN 5,000. zloty.