Stay Strong And Live Well With Chaga Mushrooms

Chaga mushrooms, otherwise known as Inonotus obliquus, have been around ever since the sixteenth century. These are widely popular among the early folk medicine practitioners because of their known health benefits. Read along this article to get to know more about them.



Appearance

a. At first glance, these look like burnt charcoal.

b. They are dense, hard, and deeply-cracked on the surface.

c. Their inner flesh is yellow or yellowish-brown in color with some bits of white.

d. The fungus has a corky texture. It can be brittle with some pieces easily falling off.



Source

a. These premium-grade mushrooms can be harvested from birch trees, especially the white and yellow ones.

b. They are common in countries such as Korea, Canada, North America, and some European areas. These places have birch forests in high mountainous regions.

c. They can be harvested all year round. It can be easily seen, however, during the winter season. They are also easier to remove when frozen. During summertime, they are often covered by greenery.



Benefits

a. This mushroom is popular for its anti-cancer benefits. It kills cancer cells and prevents the growth of malignant tumors. There are researches that have proven their efficacy in breast, uterine, gastric, liver, skin, colon, and lung cancers.

b. Studies have pointed out the mushroom's antioxidant properties and anti-aging effects.

c. It boosts the immune system and makes the person stronger in fighting off a variety of diseases when consumed regularly.

d. It helps lower the blood sugar levels among diabetic and pre-diabetic clients.

e. It contains a wide array of nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals.



Preparation

a. Chaga is commonly prepared as teas. One cup of tea can be made with one teaspoon of freshly cut, dried, and chopped mushroom with boiling water. You can also obtain teabags for your convenience. Letting the teabag dilute the water longer makes the nutrients blend more.

b. As tinctures, people use alcohol and water. Filling a jar of boiling water with a powdered mixture and adding the alcohol (vodka is commonly used) will give you the tincture. Let this mixture sit for a few days up to two weeks. Strain the mixture after using filter paper.

c. Other product forms include tablets, oils, and creams.



Consumption Advice

a. Always try a small amount first if you can tolerate it. This also checks whether you have any adverse reactions to the mushroom.

b. If you have current health conditions or if you are taking other drugs, it is advisable to seek the advice of your primary physician first. This is to ask whether there might be possible chemical interactions with the Chaga mushroom.





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The author writes for http://www.sayanhealth.com which provides information regarding chaga mushrooms. Sayan Health has the goal of bringing pure and potent Siberian Chaga mushroom products to the USA.





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