Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)
The antioxidant king. Dark, dense, packed with melanin. Evidence is mixed, so set expectations accordingly.
Verdict
5/10 Mixed
Evidence
Grade B / 100+ Studies
The No-BS Summary
8 things. 60 seconds. Everything you need.
WHAT IT DOES
The antioxidant king. Dark, dense, packed with melanin.
DOES IT WORK?
5/10 Mixed. Extremely high in antioxidants. Traditional immune support. Less human research than other mushrooms but promising.
HOW MUCH TO TAKE
1-3g daily
COST
Mid-range. $35-50/month. Standard for most people.
FIRST 24 HOURS
Don't expect miracles on day one. It's building in your system.
AFTER A FEW WEEKS
Give it 4-8 weeks for full effects. Patience pays.
SAFETY
Few things to check: kidney_stones, blood_sugar. Worth mentioning to your doc.
HOW IT FEELS
Subtle. Energy boost for some. Most feel nothing acute.
QUICK ANSWERS
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