What the Chaga?
The long history of Chaga, and its impressive health & wellness benefits, are far too numerous to cover in one post! Not to mention how underqualified I am to teach about the research. I’m going to leave it to the professionals and insert a blurb from a really great write-up from [https://healthyfocus.org/9-proven-benefits-of-chaga/] with some of my favourite facts:
Chaga chunks showing the brittle, blackened exterior (due to densely packed melanin), and a softer cork-like rich amber/deep gold/vibrant brown interior.
1. VERY POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT
2. IMMUNE SYSTEM BOOST
3. INFLAMMATORY CONDITIONS
4. CANCER AND ANTI-TUMOR POTENTIAL
5. DIGESTION
6. SKIN HEALTH
7. LIVER DETOX
…and the list goes on, and on, and on.
Chaga contains very significant amounts of powerful antioxidants with far-reaching health applications. Ergosterol peroxide is a medically exciting component of Chaga. Ergosterol peroxide has shown anti-tumour, anti-inflammatory, antiviral and immunosuppressive capabilities in the lab. Chaga is considered to be an adaptogen; a substance that helps normalize and balance body functions.
Crucial other chemical ingredients include beta-glucans, other polysaccharides, phytosterols and triterpenes like botulin and betulinic acid which give Chaga a diverse range of therapeutic benefits.
Research has demonstrated that Chaga could both stimulate immune response while simultaneously reducing inflammation, unlike most medications which typically have one effect or the other.
Various Chaga tea types being steeped.
The Chaga mushroom is a favourite since it has high levels of antioxidants, beta glucans, phytonutrients, polysaccharides, vitamins, minerals and even more “fungi magic” that science can’t even explain yet! The organisms are able to absorb Betulinic Acid which is a unique and beneficial compound thanks to their birch tree host. This wonderful acid is an oxidation product of betulin, a triterpenoid, believed to have potent anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral properties. It’s not only healing and immune-boosting to your system when taken orally as a brewed hot bevvy, but it’s also equally as beneficial when added to your everyday self-care/beauty routine! YES! WE HAVE IT ALL!
Chaga is incredible to say the least and I simply can’t wait to bring this website much more access to this life-saving and multifaceted ingredient!
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