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A powerful antioxidant and anti-ageing herbÂ
Chaga contains high levels of the antioxidant Superoxide Dismutase (SOD), an enzyme that catalyses the breaking apart and disarming of free radicals in the body, specifically the superoxide radical. As we know, free radicals are harmful molecules within the body that can cause damage to our cells, so introducing a herb that acts to reduce oxidative stress and essentially ‘mop up’ free radicals can prevent further damage. The high amino acid content and anti-inflammatory action support cell repair, and skin and tissue regeneration, which can also support pain reduction with conditions such as arthritis, eczema and psoriasis. SOD is naturally occurring in human tissues, but declines with age, especially after age 30. Chaga has been studied in nearly 1000 clinical trials, and the health benefits are clear, especially in treating complex illnesses and inflammatory diseases such as IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and Chron’s/Ulcerative Colitis).Â
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Immune health
We know that all medicinal mushrooms play a powerful role in immune modulation and chaga is no different, rich in polysaccharides with a specific focus on beta-glucans, these chemical constituents assist the activation of various protective reactions that occur as a part of the body’s immunological and inflammatory cascades. Beta-glucans increase the activity of Interleukins, Interferons, Natural Killer Cells, Tumour Necrosis Factor, Macrophages, B and T lymphocytes, and Granulocytes, the infection-fighting cells that develop within the bone marrow. Beta-glucans enable the bodyto recognise and label potentially problematic cells, allowing the immune system to elevate its response against undesirable and rapidly growing cells. This immunomodulatory effect is truly impressive and explains why chaga has been revered for thousands of years.Â
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Skin health & skin conditions
The health and wellness industry often speaks to the term ‘detoxification’ with a particular focus on the Liver, but just as important is the skin as a detoxification pathway. As with any detoxification organ of the body, the environmental and internal stressors of life can place too much pressure on that pathway, leading to reduced function and toxic recirculation which can sometimes lead to inflammatory conditions. Psoriasis is a great example of this; psoriasis is an immune-mediated inflammatory pathology of the skin that manifests itself as an increase in skin cell growth and turnover. Psoriasis is a T-cell-mediated pathology, this is an important factor to note when understanding the therapeutic role chaga can play in supporting the healing of this condition. The beta-glucans present in chaga allow the body to recognise and label potentially problematic cells. This allows the immune system to elevate its response against undesirable rapidly growing cells. In the case of chaga and psoriasis, this innate relationship between the human immune system and the fungal polysaccharides gives an insight into how the mushroom may benefit the condition.
Additionally, the antioxidants we spoke about earlier can also play a key role in preventing skin degeneration (hello wrinkles), discolouration and acne whilst maintaining skin elasticity and brightness.Â
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Tonification
In ancient Taoist medicine, tonic herbs and medicinal mushrooms were used to nourish and tonify specific systems within the body. These systems correlate with the natural elements, and their direct effect can be classified as either Major or Minor.
Major: Liver Wood/Kidney Water/Spleen Earth
Minor: Heart Fire
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Treasures
When there is harmony between the body systems and elements, we cultivate the expression of health known as our Treasures.Â
Major: Yin Yang Jing/Qi/Shen
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Instant Chaga Tea Recipe (VIDEO)
A quick, easy and potent recipe for you to bring the medicine of chaga into your life in a delicious way.This herb is an immune-modulator that protects the liver and thyroid, nourishes the pineal gland and one of the most...
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Chaga Mushroom Miso Recipe: Immune-Boosting Powerhouse!
This delicious and quick meal with feed your unique, indigenous gut bacterias, fill you up with both probiotics and prebiotics. Jam-packed full with beta glucans and epic immune-boosting constituents from the wild chaga and herbs, this warming soup is perfect...
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The Potent Medicinal Magic Of Chaga with Mason Taylor and Sage Dammers (EP#33)
Today Mason and Sage explore the medicinal magic of Chaga mushroom. The gents discuss the use of this potent herb from both a eastern and western perspective. Taking us through the herb's myriad of uses in the traditional and contemporary setting.
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Chaga Mushroom - The Incredible Health Benefits
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a medicinal mushroom that serves as an anti-ageing, immune-boosting powerhouse. Packed-full of adaptogenic betulinic acid, beta glucans, antioxidants and skin-protecting melanin, it is a crowd favourite here at SuperFeast.