Tuesday, March 11, 2014

CHAGA MUSHROOM



A parasitic fungus seen on birch forest of Russia, Europe, Northern USA, Canada, Korea and on dead trees resembling a black charcoal appearance.

Health Benefits:
  • Contains 215 phytonutrients.
  • Richest source of powerful antioxidants withhighest Oxygen radical absor-bance capacity (ORAC) score.
  • Contains several compounds such as polysaccharides, betulin, betulinic acid, befungin, inotodoil, ergosterols, saponins and  triterpenes with anti-cancer and anti-bacterial activities.
  • Contains amino acids, vitamin B complex and minerals like calcium, iron, phosphorus and zinc.
  • It has potent antioxidant activity.
  • It boost body's immune system.
  • Prevents and suppresses tumor or cancer cell growth (breast, lung, gastric, colon, liver, uterus, ovary, cervix, skin) and metastasis. It increases up to 300% natural killer cells activity.
  • Cardiovascular protection. It prevents blood clot formation and reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. It lowers blood cholesterol level and high blood pressure.
  • Lowers blood sugar level.
  • Prevents gastric ulcer.
  • Prevents and treats liver diseases kidney diseases including kidney stones.
  • Improves and treats neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease.
  • Slows aging process. It promotes young looking skin with good skin elasticity
  • Improves and treats gout due to inhibition of xanthine oxidase.
  • Anti-inflammatory effects. It relieves symptoms of arthritis and other inflammatory diseases.
  • Enhances sexual functions and improves erectile dysfunction.
  • Possible treatment for HIV and AIDS infection.

Reference: 
The Natural Healers
by: Dr. Butch Villena

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