Jun 10, 2018
Chaga mushroom, Inonotus obliquus, is a medicinal variety often wildcrafted from living birch trees in colder climates of the Northern Hemisphere. It has been a widely utilized ethnobotanical species in Russia, Scandinavia and Baltic regions throughout human history. Its highly adaptable nature is known to encourage the release and concentration of immune responsive compounds, antioxidants and various phytochemicals needed for its continued survival. Consumed as a decocted tea, hot water extract or liquid solution, the mushroom is considered "the king of mushrooms" and a nourishing "superfood" and medicine for its transferred immune-modulating and protective influence.
Dark, rich chaga tea has a bitter-sweet full-bodied flavor and makes a great coffee alternative if your trying to reduce caffeine consumption. Or likewise, powdered extracts can be added to coffee, teas or elixirs. Here in this video, we will discuss chaga-specific nutrients and how this profound species can serve as a preventative approach to support long-term health.