Inonotus obliquus
Chaga
AntioxidantAnti-inflammatoryImmunitySkin
Category
Antioxidant
Dose range
400–2000 mg
Beta-glucan
20–30%
Timing
Morning, hot water extract preferred
Key compound
Betulinic acid & Melanin complexes
Overview
Chaga grows on birch trees and concentrates betulinic acid from the host tree — a compound studied for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Its ORAC score is among the highest of any natural source. Chaga is best consumed as a hot water extract; alcohol extraction does not improve bioavailability for its primary compounds.
Primary reference
Glamoclija J, Ciric A, Nikolic M, et al. · 2015
Chemical characterization and biological activity of Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)
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