The Chaga mushroom is everywhere right now, and it’s a bandwagon we have jumped on. They primarily grow on birch trees in the cold climates of the northern hemisphere, like Russia and the northern area of North America (Canada).

Chaga isn’t a new thing either; historical records show it was used medically by the Khanty people of Western Siberia in the 12th century. They would grate it up and add it to drinks and soups after discovering that when they consumed it regularly, it helped protect their immune system and increased vitality!

But how does this all check out from a science perspective? We don’t pretend here at Dose Labs to be know-it-alls, but the ‘modern’ science is starting to look at Chaga for a whole host of benefits, including antioxidant protection and anti-inflammation, and in some studies, they are even looking at its benefits for cancer treatment (always speak to a licensed professional when seeking treatment for any medical conditions). We are not doctors.

Here are some studies if you want to learn a little more about chaga.

Chaga mushroom: a super-fungus with countless facets and untapped potential. Biotron Experimental Climate Change Research Centre, Memorial University of Newfoundland. Link

Oxidative stress and species of genus Ganoderma (higher Basidiomycetes). institute of Botany, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade, Takovska, Serbia. Link

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