Chaga Extract
350mg
Originating from fungal polysaccharides with immunomodulating properties, Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) thrives in a woody mushroom habitat specific to various birch species. Displaying the appearance of burnt charcoal, its interior boasts a smoky orange hue. The mycelium penetrates the paper-like bark to absorb a nutrient-rich source, including polysaccharides, which it assimilates and transforms into the matrix of the fruiting body. While the establishment and Development of chaga may shorten the lifespan of the birch tree, the fungus can continue thriving for several years on its decaying host.
Chaga is abundant in the northern hemisphere and is gathered in the wild across Canada, Scandinavia, Russia, and Japan. It has a centuries-old history of use by indigenous peoples globally, along with a recognized therapeutic role in traditional Chinese medicine.
The key active compounds in chaga encompass triterpenes, sterols, and polysaccharides, all known for their ability to enhance immune function and cellular health.
Triterpenes, responsible for the bitter taste of chaga, play a crucial role in bolstering the immune system by increasing the body's resistance to diseases.
New Roots Herbal cultivates chaga mushrooms sustainably in climate-controlled greenhouses, ensuring they are free from heavy metals, pesticides, and herbicides.
Following a hot-water extraction process to achieve a minimum potency-validated polysaccharide content of 40%, the chaga mushrooms are then encapsulated in vegan-compliant capsules.
