Chaga Mushroom Benefits
Chaga Medicinal Functional mushrooms. The CHAGA Mushroom is a natural fungus mushroom that has adaptogenic properties. This means that it targets inflammation in the human cells. These adaptogenic molecules like CBD which is a Cannabinoid, along with various peppers and mushrooms tend to go to the area of most inflammation first. They are smart molecules. The CHAGA Mushroom has been used in healing for thousands of years. Chaga contains several molecules, including triterpenoids, polysaccharides and peptidoglycans, that may be responsible for its health effects. While the mushrooms themselves can be eaten fresh, it is also common to use powdered forms of the mushroom or extracts that contain these specific molecules. These different forms have been tested in both animal and human studies.
The CHAGA Mushroom also known as Inonotus obliquus, is a fungus in the Hymenochaetaceae family. It grows on birch and other trees and the sterile conk is irregularly formed and resembles burnt charcoal. It is not the fruiting body of the fungus, but a sclerotium or mass of mycelium, mostly black because of a great amount of melanin. A sclerotium, is a compact mass of hardened fungal mycelium containing food reserves. One role of sclerotia is to survive environmental extremes. In some higher fungi such as ergot, sclerotia become detached and remain dormant until favorable growth conditions return.
One of the most important effects of the CHAGA mushroom is that it can boost your immune system. Test-tube studies have shown that Chaga can affect the genes in white blood cells, which are critical parts of your immune system. Studies have found that Chaga mushroom may alter inflammation pathways in white blood cells. Some molecules found in the mushroom can increase the activity of a type of white blood cell called killer cells. These killer cells form antibodies to attack toxins A study examined its effects in 132 people with chronic anxiety, a condition associated with aches, pains, dizziness, headaches and irritability.
The researchers found that fatigue was reduced, and well-being was improved after 8 weeks of taking the CHAGA Mushroom supplement. Another study found that fatigue was reduced, and quality of life was improved after 4 weeks of taking Chaga powder in a group of 48 breast cancer survivors. One study showed that CHAGA mushroom may increase “good” HDL cholesterol and decrease triglycerides in some people. Antioxidants are molecules that can help prevent damage to your cells. Because of this important function, there is substantial interest in foods and supplements that can enhance antioxidant benefits in the body.
Each person’s metabolism is 100% unique, and this means you should always start your Chaga supplement slowly with a small dose. Typical starting dose is ¼ teaspoon daily (if powder) Slowly increase your dosage and monitor your results. ANY unwanted symptoms, stop immediately. A large dose over time would be 1 tablespoon if in powder. Our 4 in 1 MyFeelium complex contains CHAGA. Our 4 in 1 complex is a great tasting natural gummy with 4 immune system beneficial mushrooms. Chaga, Turkey Tail, Lions Mane and Reishi.
In rare cases, some people experience unwanted symptoms. Especially consuming too much. More is NOT always better. Loose stools and stomach aches are possible. Avoid if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a blood disorder, will be undergoing surgery or have low blood pressure.
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