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Birch Sap

What is it, who’s it good for, and why?

Nature’s secret recipe, gift from the forest

What is Birch Sap

Birch

Birch trees love sunlight and have strong vitality. They are one of the most vigorous and reparative tree species. They can live in relatively cold environments. They are rare tree species that can survive and self-repair without leaving any traces after girdling their bark. They are often the first to regenerate after forest fires. The secret of the birch tree's vigor lies in "birch sap".

Birch sap is the first wave of water that birch trees draw from their roots in spring. It drips through small holes on the trunk and is a transparent liquid with a slightly sweet plant fragrance. It is only collected once a year, for a limited time of 3-4 weeks (limited time of 10-12 days). The daily output of each tree is very small, so it is extremely precious. Birch sap has a century-old (millennium) drinking tradition in Northern Europe, Russia, Northeast Asia and other places. It is called "forest infusion" and "natural serum". It is not a resin or an extract, but a 100% living sap from the forest.

In winter, birch trees store energy and nutrients in their trunks and roots. When spring arrives, the nourishing sap flows to the leaves, helping them grow. Before each tree grows green leaves, farmers will collect a small amount of sap (about 5% of the circulating birch sap) while the sap is fresh and sweet. Since the harvesting process does not cause any harm to the trees, farmers can collect enough water for the entire natural life of the trees (due to the 6-year tracking and continuous collection of sap from the same birch tree, as long as the collection standards of source birch are strictly followed, there will be no harm to the trees, and farmers can collect natural and pure birch sap).

autumn

Birch trees prepare for hibernation by storing nutrient-rich sap in their roots

winter

Birch trees slumber, their sap safely stored underground.

spring

As the northern ice and snow begin to thaw, the birch trees awaken. As life revives, we harvest this purest sap with our own hands.

summer

The birch trees, bathed in abundant sunlight, flourish, forming a vibrant canopy of green that gleams in the sunlight.

Core nutritional composition of birch sap

Contains 60+ natural plant-based active substances, forming a unique "woody plant functional water" system, which is a complete nutrition choice given by nature.

Bioactive plant compounds

The real functional core of birch sap

  • Betulin and betulinic acid → anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, liver protection
  • Flavonoids and polyphenols → fight free radicals, reduce inflammation, support heart health
  • Resveratrol → known for anti-aging and vascular support
  • Phenylpropanoids → have anti-cancer and detoxification effects
  • Prebiotic oligosaccharides → promote intestinal flora, support skin elasticity, maintain liver function

Essential electrolytes and minerals

The real functional core of birch sap

  • Betulin and betulinic acid → anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, liver protection
  • Flavonoids and polyphenols → fight free radicals, reduce inflammation, support heart health
  • Resveratrol → known for anti-aging and vascular support
  • Phenylpropanoids → have anti-cancer and detoxification effects
  • Prebiotic oligosaccharides → promote intestinal flora, support skin elasticity, maintain liver function

Amino acids (17+)

The real functional core of birch sap

  • Betulin and betulinic acid → anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, liver protection
  • Flavonoids and polyphenols → fight free radicals, reduce inflammation, support heart health
  • Resveratrol → known for anti-aging and vascular support
  • Phenylpropanoids → have anti-cancer and detoxification effects
  • Prebiotic oligosaccharides → promote intestinal flora, support skin elasticity, maintain liver function

Organic acids and natural sugars

The real functional core of birch sap

  • Betulin and betulinic acid → anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, liver protection
  • Flavonoids and polyphenols → fight free radicals, reduce inflammation, support heart health
  • Resveratrol → known for anti-aging and vascular support
  • Phenylpropanoids → have anti-cancer and detoxification effects
  • Prebiotic oligosaccharides → promote intestinal flora, support skin elasticity, maintain liver function

Important vitamins

The real functional core of birch sap

  • Betulin and betulinic acid → anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, liver protection
  • Flavonoids and polyphenols → fight free radicals, reduce inflammation, support heart health
  • Resveratrol → known for anti-aging and vascular support
  • Phenylpropanoids → have anti-cancer and detoxification effects
  • Prebiotic oligosaccharides → promote intestinal flora, support skin elasticity, maintain liver function

What Are the Benefits of Birch Sap?

Functional super drinks supported by nature and science

Naturally hydrating, light and low in sugar

Natural electrolytes (potassium, calcium, magnesium) help maintain water balance
Lower calories than coconut water and juice

Refreshing and slightly sweet, it is a high-end alternative to daily drinking water

Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support

Contains active ingredients such as betulinic acid, flavonoids, polyphenols, etc. to help fight free radicals

Used to regulate immunity, anti-aging, and anti-fatigue

Helps liver and metabolic regulation

It is called "liver protection water", used to help sober up, lower uric acid, and clear toxins

Commonly used in folk medicine for liver conditioning and digestive system discomfort

Internal beauty, external skin care

Moisturizing + repairing + anti-inflammatory, suitable for dry and sensitive skin

Many high-end skin care brands use it as a core water-based ingredient

Contains 60+ plant nutrients

Including birch triterpenoids, polyphenol flavonoids, 17 amino acids (including 8 essential amino acids for the human body), 8 minerals required by the human body, and multiple vitamins

It is the "liquid diamond of the forest"

Cell health and metabolism

The nutrients in birch sap help promote cell self-repair and regeneration, and enhance cell vitality.
Amino acids and minerals participate in the cell metabolism process, help balance the body's metabolism, and improve overall health.

It has a certain diuretic and detoxification effect, helps the body excrete excess salt and metabolic waste, and supports kidney health.

More benefits of nature's gifts are still being explored....

Scientific research support

Skin Repair

A Korean study shows that a birch juice spray can improve the biophysical properties of sensitive skin and promote skin cell regeneration (Clinical study of a spray containing birch juice for repairing sensitive skin, PMC)

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Antioxidant and Cell Protection

Studies have found that birch juice can enhance skin cell resistance to oxidative damage and reduce free radical accumulation (All about Birch Water, True Natural).

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Diuretic and Detoxifying

Studies have shown that birch juice has diuretic and uricosuric activities (Review of the active function of birch juice and its products, ifoodmm.cn).

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Tyrosinase Activity

Birch juice effectively reduces tyrosinase activity and melanin within a safe concentration range (Exploring the potential of white birch sap: A natural alternative to..., ScienceDirect).

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Clinical Trial Progress

Mention ongoing or preliminary clinical trials, such as the clinical study of betulinic acid in oncology, but clearly indicate "in progress" or "preliminary results" to avoid overpromising.

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References:

1. Clinical study of a spray containing birch juice for repairing sensitive skin:

  • PMC link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10462575/
  • PubMed link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36961534/
  • ResearchGate link:
  • https://www.researchgate.net/publication/369505245_Clinical_study_of_a_spray_containing_birch_juice_for_repairing

2. All about Birch Water (True Natural):

  • Healthline link: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/birch-sap
  • UPM link: https://www.upm.com/articles/forest/20/birch-water--the-elixir-of-life/
  • MADARA Organic Skincare Link: https://www.madaracosmetics.com/en/blog/birch-water-the-natures-dna

3. Review of the Active Function of Birch Juice and Its Products (ifoodmm.cn):

  • ifoodmm.cn Link: https://www.ifoodmm.cn/journal/vol40/iss12/28/
  • PDF Link: https://www.ifoodmm.cn/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=5728&context=journal

4. Exploring the Potential of White Birch Sap: A Natural Alternative to... (ScienceDirect):

  • ScienceDirect Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844024027464
  • PubMed Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38455547/
  • ResearchGate Link:
  • https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378538030_Exploring_the_potential_of_white_birch_sap_A_natural_alterna

Multifunctional value and application potential

How

Daily Hydration and Healthy Drink Alternative:

Its low calorie and low sugar content makes it a healthy alternative to drinking water, carbonated drinks, or juice, making it particularly suitable for those who prioritize a healthy diet.

Improving Sub-Health:

Birch sap's comprehensive nutritional profile can help regulate body functions and improve overall well-being, addressing sub-health issues such as liver stagnation, temper tantrums, fatigue, and weakened immunity.

Digestive Discomfort:

Birch sap's anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties may provide relief for digestive issues such as gastritis, acid reflux, bad breath, and Helicobacter pylori infection.

Hyperuricemia and Gout:

Birch sap's potential to lower uric acid is noteworthy for patients with hyperuricemia and gout.

Liver Strain:

Birch sap's liver-protecting and hangover-relief properties may be helpful for those whose livers are burdened by frequent drinking, staying up late, and irregular lifestyles.

Skin Problems:

For those with sensitive or dry skin, or those seeking to improve skin texture and slow down aging, birch sap can be taken orally or applied topically.

Students and High-Intensity Workers:

Relieves fatigue from study and work, and boosts energy.

Real experiments and consumer feedback

Ingredient analysis by a third-party agency

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User testimonials

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Overseas customer reviews

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Celebrity endorsements

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What can we do for you?

OEM / ODM / Formulation Support

Small package of birch sap

Suitable for gift boxes, sample packs, and retail-oriented markets

Concentrates/Solutions

Suitable for functional beverage ingredients, e-commerce brands, and nutritional supplements

Custom formula development

Birch juice + herbal, prebiotic, antioxidant, liver-protecting, and other blends for research and development support

Customized packaging services

Including high-end glass bottles, sustainable packaging, co-branded gift boxes, and brand design support

Skincare & Functional Ingredients

Providing food-grade and cosmetic-grade birch sap for use in beauty, skincare, and health supplements.

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We have a professional team to develop various birch sap applications for you.

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Sustainability Commitment

We insist on green collection. Each sap-collecting tree is numbered and rotated to protect the ecological balance of the forest. No pesticides are used throughout the process (no human intervention during the entire growth period), and no trees are damaged. Every drop of birch juice is the result of a gift from nature and scientific protection.Explore Sustainable

Features

From Tree To Bottle, Our Solutions

In the birch sap value chain, Sourcebirch is not just a collector, but a solutions provider. We manage the entire process from source collection to final product, combining technology, nature, and craftsmanship to create tangible commercial value for brands, ingredient suppliers, and healthy living advocates.

GOOD

Derived from nature, rich in nutrition

60+ plant-based active ingredients, triterpenes, flavonoids, polysaccharides, minerals, amino acids, and full-dimensional nutrition.

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ORIGIN

The fourth largest birch forest belt in the world

Along with Finland, Russia and Canada, China's Xing'an Mountains have pristine forests, no agricultural residues and a complete ecology.

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PURE

100% additive-free, non-frozen, non-diluted

Aseptic filling throughout the process, no flavoring, no coloring, no blending, pure birch flavor.

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ACTIVE

Membrane filtration + 6H fresh lock process

It retains the original active factors and can maintain activity without the need for a cold chain, making it suitable for beverage/cosmetics development.

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