How to prepare and take tincture of chaga (birch fungus)

Chaga is a birch fungus that has a destructive effect on a tree, but is beneficial for the human body. You can find chaga on other trees, but only the one growing on birches has healing properties. The fungus is common in almost all regions where birch grows, with the exception of only the southernmost and northern territories.

You can collect chaga all year round, but usually this is done in late autumn and winter, when there are no leaves on the trunks and the fungus is easier to spot. The main thing is that the tree is alive and its age does not exceed 50 years. For medicinal purposes, the middle of the mushroom is used, removing the upper and lower layers.

Medicinal properties of chaga

Chaga is rich in phytoncides, due to which it has a powerful antimicrobial effect on the body. The melanin contained in the mushroom has anti-inflammatory properties. Chaga contains a large amount of organic acids: formic, tartaric, acetic and oxalic, as well as useful resins and phenols. The mushroom contains trace elements necessary for the body: magnesium, iron, silver, copper, cobalt.

Due to its rich composition, chaga is taken for:

• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
• inflammatory processes in the oral cavity;
• stressful and depressive conditions;
• pain caused by spasms of internal organs;
• malignant formations.

Also, the mushroom will be useful for:

• increase immunity;
• improving the quality of sleep;
• strengthening the nervous system;
• fight against juvenile acne;
• natural rejuvenation of the body.

Preparation of tincture of chaga from various diseases

Depending on the purpose of use, chaga tincture may consist of the fungus itself and vodka, or it may include other ingredients. Let us consider in more detail several recipes for preparing the remedy.

Chaga tincture on vodka for fungal infections

According to reviews, the remedy effectively eliminates all external manifestations of the disease. Preparing is very simple, but it takes time to infuse.

Ingredients:

• dried chaga, powder (10 tablespoons);
• Vodka (500 ml).

Recipe:

1. Place the chaga powder in a glass container. Fill with alcohol. To cover with a lid.
2. Leave in a cool dark room for 2 weeks to infuse the product.
3. Strain through cheesecloth.

Application: lubricate the affected areas 2-3 times a day. Use until symptom relief.

Chaga tincture for cleansing the body

Suitable for detoxification during therapy for diseases of the endocrine nature, as well as oncology.

Ingredients:

• dried chaga, powder (100-150 ml);
• vodka (1 l).

Recipe:

1. Place the crushed chaga in a glass container and pour vodka over it. To cover with a lid.
2. Leave in a dark cool place for 2 weeks.
3. Strain the tincture through cheesecloth.

Application: take orally 1 tbsp. l. three times a day 30 minutes before meals. The course of treatment is 1 month. According to reviews, the general condition improves in the second week.

For stomach disorders

The tool improves digestion and protects the gastric mucosa from destruction.

Ingredients:

• dried chaga, powder (3 tablespoons);
• chopped serpentine (3 tablespoons);
• Vodka (500 ml).

Recipe:

1. Place the chaga and serpentine in a glass container. Fill with alcohol. To cover with a lid.
2. Leave to infuse in a dark place at room temperature for three days.
3. Strain with gauze.

Application: take the remedy inside 1 tbsp. l. three times a day 30 minutes before meals. The course is up to 3 months. Then you need to take a break for a period of 10 days, after which the course can be repeated.

During the period of use of the drug, it is recommended to adhere to a diet. The diet should contain a large amount of dairy and vegetable products. It is advisable to refrain from smoked foods, canned food and hot spices, as well as limit the consumption of meat and fatty foods.

Contraindications to the use of chaga tincture

Despite the benefits that tincture can bring, it is still worth refraining from using it in some cases. Chaga on vodka or alcohol is not used:

• with individual sensitivity, which can cause allergic reactions;
• in childhood and adolescence (up to 18 years);
• during pregnancy;
• during lactation.

The simultaneous appointment of chaga and penicillin, as well as dextrose (glucose) is not recommended.

Since the tincture is prepared on the basis of vodka, it is advisable to limit alcohol consumption during treatment so as not to create an additional burden on the body.

Attention! Self-medication can be dangerous, consult your doctor before use.