Chaga mushrooms have long been used for medicinal and food purposes for thousands of years, all around the world. This nutrient-dense superfood is rich in a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients.
And even though these fungi look more like clumps of dirt than medicinal powerhouses, don't let their humble appearance fool you. The benefits they hold within are impressive for overall health.
Take a look at the existing literature and chaga mushroom research and you can't help but be wowed.
Chaga Mushroom Research
As we continue to learn more and more about chaga mushrooms, researchers are becoming increasingly interested in the potential health benefits. Many studies on chaga mushrooms have yielded promising results.
These are just a few of the studies that exist currently, with more being done every day! Come back soon to see more!
Cancer
Gut Health
Impact of Mushroom Nutrition on Microbiota and Potential for Preventative Health
Non-digestible long chain beta-glucans as novel prebiotics
Polysaccharides: bowel health and gut microbiota
Anti-Viral Properties
Medicinal Mushrooms Against Influenza Viruses
Antioxidant Properties
New antioxidant polyphenols from the medicinal mushroom Inonotus obliquus
Antioxidant Activity of Subcritical Water Extracts from Chaga Mushroom (Inonotus obliquus)
Chemical modification and antioxidant activities of polysaccharide from mushroom Inonotus obliquus