Chaga: Your Comprehensive Wellness Ally
Wild Siberian Chaga Extract Powder is more than just a mushroom extract; it's your comprehensive wellness ally. Chaga possesses adaptogenic and tonic properties that promote improved endocrine (hormone) system function, restoring balance and supporting overall vitality and wellness.*
Unlock the Healing Power of Chaga from the Arctic North
Our premium Chaga extract captures the remarkable essence of this beneficial functional mushroom. We use fruiting bodies meticulously wild-harvested from the pristine regions of the Arctic North, which is renowned for producing the most potent Chaga.
To ensure the highest quality, potency, and bioavailability, we employ a dual-stage extraction process that combines water and alcohol extraction. This method allows us to extract a broad spectrum of both water-soluble and alcohol-soluble compounds, maximizing the therapeutic potential of Chaga.
The result is a product that truly embodies the strength and resilience of Chaga. Wild Siberian Chaga Extract Powder is ready to support your health and well-being.
Quick Facts
- Our Chaga is wild-harvested from the Arctic, where the strongest Chaga thrives;
- Our unique ethanol and hot water dual-stage extraction captures high concentrations of Chaga's healing polysaccharides (30%) and triterpenes, including betulinic acid, which are absent in extractions using solely alcohol or hot water;
- Super concentrated and potent, Wild Siberian Chaga Extract Powder is easy to use. Simply add it to hot water or your preferred hot beverage—perfect for your morning coffee—and stir until dissolved;
- We maintain unique and long-standing relationships with our suppliers to ensure the finest Chaga fruiting bodies are used in our extracts;
- Quality assured: This product is made in the USA in a certified organic, FDA cGMP, and NSF facility.
The Health Potential of Chaga: A Comprehensive Review
With its long history in traditional medicine and increasing scientific research, Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) offers a unique source of bioactive compounds and healing potential. Understanding Chaga's beneficial properties, including its antioxidant, immunomodulatory, and anti-inflammatory effects, provides context for why it has earned the nickname "The Diamond in the Forest."*
Chaga in Historical and Traditional Medicine
Inonotus obliquus, commonly known as Chaga in the West, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, particularly within Siberian and North American cultures. Indigenous communities value these unique fungi for their potential health benefits:
- Indigenous communities in Siberia and North America traditionally used Chaga mushrooms to enhance overall wellness;
- Chaga tea, in the form of a decoction, is used in folk medicine as a digestive aid;
- Chaga has been used as a remedy for various ailments, including stomach diseases and tumors, in traditional Russian and Eastern European medicine;
- Applying Chaga topically to promote skin health and healing;
- Consumed durring fasting and purification rituals.*
Scientific Studies on the Potential Health Benefits of Chaga
Scientific interest in the potential health benefits of Chaga is rapidly expanding. Numerous studies have investigated the bioactive compounds found in Chaga, revealing its antioxidant, immunomodulatory, and potential health-supportive properties:
- Chaga is a rich source of antioxidants and plant compounds, including triterpenoids, melanins, polysaccharides, polyphenols, and flavans, which have wide potential health benefits1;
- Consuming Chaga may help reduce oxidative stress, support immune function, and lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or "bad" cholesterol, which could have implications for preventing cardiovascular disease1;
- Chaga has demonstrated antimicrobial and antiviral activity, suggesting a broader role in protecting against infectious diseases2;
- Some studies suggest that Chaga may possess anti-cancer properties due to its high antioxidant content. Preliminary research has shown a cytotoxic effect on tumor cells and inhibition of oxidative DNA damage1, 2;
- Chaga may help regulate the production of cytokines, proteins that play a vital role in stimulating white blood cells, potentially improving the immune system and controlling inflammation1.*
The Bioactive Compounds of Chaga: Understanding the Benefits
Chaga contains a wide range of bioactive compounds that contribute to its potential health benefits. Some of the most significant compounds identified include:
- Polysaccharides are long chains of carbohydrate molecules that support immune function and overall health;
- Triterpenoids are found in various plants and mushrooms, they have potential anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and anti-cancer properties;
- Beta-D-Glucans are a type of polysaccharide that may have immunomodulatory effects;
- Phenolic compounds are antioxidants that help protect the body against damage from free radicals;
- Melanin is pigment that gives Chaga its characteristic dark color and contributes to its high antioxidant levels;
- Sterols are compounds structurally similar to cholesterol that may have health benefits, including potential cholesterol-lowering effects*
Harnessing the Power of Chaga: The Importance of Its Source
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a parasitic fungus that primarily grows on birch trees and thrives in cold regions. The quality of Chaga's therapeutic potential depends on its source. Optimal growth conditions for Chaga require harsh freezing winter temperatures, which contribute to the concentration of certain bioactive compounds. For instance, Chaga grown in colder climates exhibits higher concentrations of betulinic acid, one of its most potent compounds.
Our Wild Arctic Chaga Extract Powder honors the full potential of Chaga by using only wild-harvested Chaga grown in ideal conditions above the Arctic Circle. This ensures an extract of unrivaled strength and purity.
Harnessing the Power of Chaga: The Importance of Extraction
The type of extraction used is a crucial factor in preserving Chaga's beneficial properties. Chaga, like all functional mushrooms, contains three major classes of compounds that contribute to its health-promoting attributes: beta-glucans, polysaccharides, and terpenes.
Our Wild Arctic Chaga Extract Powder undergoes meticulous dual-stage hydro-ethanol extraction (using hot water and alcohol), ensuring that the essential healing polysaccharides and triterpenes, including betulinic acid, found in Chaga are captured, maximizing its therapeutic potential. This dual-stage extraction method stands in stark contrast to single-stage extracts, which are unable to capture the full range of therapeutic compounds present in Chaga.
Chaga and Chitin: The Importance of Preparation
Mushrooms and fungi, including Chaga, have cell walls predominantly composed of chitin, an indigestible polysaccharide. Proper processing and preparation are vital to unlocking the full potential of Chaga's beneficial properties. Even raw, powdered Chaga requires extensive processing, typically through decoction, to break down its cell walls. Extensive processing is needed to make the therapeutic compounds bioavailable and ready for absorption by the body.
Our Wild Arctic Chaga Extract Powder, along with our entire range of functional mushrooms, is a ready-to-use product. It requires no further processing on your part and ensures that all the nutrients and therapeutic compounds are readily accessible. This allows you to experience the full benefits of Chaga without any additional effort.
Sourcing and Formulation
We take pride in sourcing the Chaga for our Wild Siberian Chaga Extract Powder as close as possible to the forests where they flourish. This close-to-nature approach ensures that our products capture the authentic essence of these potent fungi. All our products are manufactured domestically in certified organic facilities registered with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and follow cGMP standards. This is part of our commitment to purity and quality.
Our strict adherence to FDA regulations and cGMP standards ensures the consistency, safety, and efficacy of our products, guaranteeing that the Chaga extract powder we provide is both responsibly sourced and expertly crafted.
Finding Wild Siberian Chaga in Our Functional Mushroom Collection
IIn addition to our pure Wild Siberian Chaga Extract Powder, we offer the Twelve Rivers MycoMedic Elixir formula, which combines the power of Chaga with other beneficial mushrooms to provide a wide range of advantages and benefits. This elixir serves as an excellent daily adaptogenic tonic and a reliable first line of defense against illness:
Our Promise at RAW Forest Foods:
The concept of adaptogens is rooted in the word "adaptation". Adaptation is a type of change that requires perseverance, patience, consistency, and time.
Like most things in life, profound and beneficial change requires commitment and patience.
Your journey working with adaptogenic and tonic herbs is no different. These beneficial phytotherapeutics, mycotherapeutics, and other compounds reveal their full potential over time and with consistent use. This requires perseverance, patience, consistency, and time.
To accurately assess the effectiveness of any adaptogenic or tonic herb, we recommend a dedicated trial period of four to six weeks of daily use. Just as a single workout provides immediate benefits, achieving true transformation requires time and consistency.
To support this journey, we offer an extensive 60-day refund policy for all our retail products. This policy provides you with enough time to evaluate the effectiveness of your purchases. We urge you to give the product enough time and consistent use before assessing its efficacy.
We invite you to explore the true efficacy and profound healing potential of our meticulously crafted and professionally developed products. Allow them reveal their unique attributes, supporting you on your journey toward optimal health and well-being.
What Our Customers Are Saying
Customer Reviews of our Wild Arctic Chaga Extract Powder
Chaga ★★★★★ "This product is fantastic and I will be buying a lot more!" — Adam M.
One of the best... ★★★★★ " I love this this chaga, I can see already the result with more energy. Taste really nice with my coffee each morning. It also dissolves easily. Yes, the best I have got so far. Thank you for this great products." — Louisette P.
Chaga Quality ★★★★★ "This product along with all the others offered are top-notch quality in terms of packaging, freshness and impact. Noticable difference in mood, energy and immunity within several hours and compared to other supplements of the same variety offered, the potency and effect of this has kept me coming back as a return customer for 5+ years. Kudos to the RAW Forest Foods team for never compromising quality whilst retaining a reasonable price point. 10/10 would recommend!" — Derek
Additional Details
Indications:
To aid in fortifying and maintaining the immune system, promoting endocrine system health, and contributing to overall holistic health, wellness, longevity, and health-span.*
Recommended Use:
Adults: For daily support, take 2 grams (approximately 3/4 teaspoon) once or twice daily as required. This dosage can be split throughout the day: one gram in the morning and one gram before bedtime.
For intensive support, increase to 2x per day.
Consult a healthcare professional before incorporating any dietary supplement into your routine.
Instructions for Use:
Our preferred method for consuming our extract powders is to add them to 6-8 ounces of hot water, stir until fully mixed, and drink on an empty stomach. Wild Arctic Chaga Extract Powder blends seamlessly with your morning coffee. You can learn about using all of our products here.
CAUTION: do not exceed recommended dose.
Not for use by those under the age of 18, who are pregnant or nursing, or who are allergic or adverse to any of the ingredients contained within.
Storage Guidelines:
Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is damaged or missing. Store at room temperature.
Scheduling and Cycling Adaptogenic, Tonic, and Proandrogenic Herbs:
Implementing a cycling schedule for these herbs may be advantageous for wellness. If you wish to rotate your adaptogenic, proandrogenic, and tonic herbs, we suggest a pattern of five days on and two days off, or four weeks on and one week off.*
Wild Siberian Chaga Extract Powder Testing Certificate of Analysis (CofA)
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