Phytonutrients, also known as phytochemicals, are bioactive substances that occur naturally in plants. The word ‘phyto’ comes from Greek and means plant. These substances help plants protect themselves from diseases, UV radiation, pests and other environmental factors. Phytonutrients are found in a wide range of plant foods. They are mainly present in vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, herbs, spices and tea.
Chaga, also known as Inonotus obliquus, is an unusual mushroom that grows on birch trees in cold climates such as parts of Russia, Siberia, North America and Scandinavia. It has a black, woody exterior that resembles charred wood. Chaga mushrooms are known for their rich composition of bioactive compounds, including polysaccharides. These complex sugars are an important part of the mushroom's cell structure and are valued for their functional properties.
Kala Health's Chaga, known as Chaga Bio, is wild-picked from birch trees. The product contains a 1:1 extract of the fruiting body of the mushroom Inonotus obliquus. Through extraction, all active substances are released and retained, enhancing the health benefits of the mushroom.