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Chaga Mushroom Organic 8:1 Extract (30 Grams)

Chaga (Inonotus Obliquus)also known as KING OF MUSHROOMS. It may be one of the best supplements for healthy immune function through a wide range of actions. Goes well with coffee!

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Chaga is the King of Mushrooms and “Gift of Heaven” according to Siberian Shamans

Chaga Mushroom

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a mushroom most commonly found on birch trees, and can grow there for up to 80 years. Different from other mushrooms, it grows its sclerotium or mycelium on the outside of the tree, instead of inside. It is believed by some to be parasitic, but by others to instead live symbiotically with the host tree.

Since time unremembered it has been used by the native people that lived in areas where it is found for a wide range of treatments both internally and externally in a poultice. In fact, it was one of the two mushrooms found on Ozti the Iceman.

Even up into the modern day people in Eastern Europe, Russia, Canada and Northen USA have used it regularly for hundreds or thousands of years.

In 1955, the Russian Medical Academy of Science recognized Chaga as a medical treatment. Then in 1968, Alexander Solzhenitsyn (famous for The Gulag Archipelago, attributed to being part of what brought down the USSR) wrote a novel, Cancer Ward, that was translated into English. This introduced the West to the benefits of this amazing mushroom.

Chaga May Be One of the Best Mushrooms for Healthy Immune Function*

  • Antioxidant*
  • Inflammation Modulating*
  • Reduces DNA Damage*
  • Immune System Support*
  • Helps Support Apoptosis, Programmed Cell Death*

Russian research found that “Compounds produced from this mushroom are characterized by the widest range of antiviral activity” against various strains of Influeza.*[1]

One study found these effects comparable to the pharmaceutical Tamiflu.[2]* It’s even been investigated for having effects on the virus that changed the world.[2]* The different viruses it’s been shown to affect is a growing list. This includes extracts inhibiting the reproduction of hepatitis C virus (HCV) and human immunodeficiency viruses (HIV).[3]*

It’s also been long used for parasitic infections.[3]*

Out of control growths within the body are affected by lending antioxidant support, increasing cellular apoptosis, stimulating the immune system and more.[4]* The many mechanisms by which Chaga appears to work is extensive and only beginning to be studied in detail.

From Inonotus obliquus – from folk medicine to clinical use in the Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine [3]

Chaga Supports Insulin Sensitivity

The second main area of effect for Chaga outside of the immune system, is in blood sugar and insulin sensitivity.* That same antioxidant and inflammation-modulation occurs within these systems.

Effects are wide ranging here too. This includes lowered glucose levels, lowered leptin levels, and decreased pancreatic damage and protection of islet cells.[3]* This was primarily just in mouse and rat models however.

There’s also some research showing Chaga’s effects on lipid levels, showing decreased LDL and increased HDL cholesterols.[4]*

A Wide Range of Other Effects

That’s just some of the effects. Here’s a few more:

  • Gastrointestinal Support*
  • Liver Protective*
  • Neuro-protective – Helps support Optimal Cognitive Function[3,8]*
  • Anti-Fatigue Activity*
  • Both a Jing and Shen Tonic Herb according to Chinese Medicine*
  • DNA protective*

The Many Compounds Inside Chaga

All of this action is because of the many compounds found inside of Chaga which include:

  • Superoxide Dismutase (Contains 25 to 50 times SOD as other mushrooms)
  • Lanosterols
  • Inositols
  • Inotodiol
  • Ergosterol
  • Melanin (the same thing that darkens skin)
  • Betulin and Betulinic Acid
  • Triterpenes
  • Polysaccharides including 29+ types of Beta Glucans (Supports Immune System)
  • Many Minerals (High in Potassium, Rubidium, Cesium, Zinc, Germanium, Silicon and others. Note that natural cesium is not radioactive and happens to be anti-cancerous and very alkaline.)
  • Vitamins B2, B3, K and D2
  • Soluble and Insoluble Fibers

While there are commonalities with other medicinal mushrooms like having polysaccharides and triterpenoids, there are a few compounds that makes Chaga stand out from the rest such as inotodiol, melanin and betulin.

Chaga contains vanillic acid which gives it a slightly vanilla like flavor. Thus, you can combine with vanilla extracts to help bring out this flavor.

How Our Chaga Extract Powder is Processed

These Chaga mushrooms are wildcrafted from birch trees. Real mushrooms are used, rather than mycelium grown on grain. 

These mushrooms are then extracted with both alcohol and water in the ratio of eight kilos of mushrooms used to produce one kilo of this powder. Many Chaga products on the market are just powdered Chaga, which the body cannot absorb due to chitin. It must be processed for best use. Our extract goes through the following steps specifically:

  1. The whole Chaga mushrooms are chopped down into smaller pieces.
  2. These pieces are placed into a stainless steel pressurized vessel where they are cooked in ethanol at 75°C or 167°F for three hours. The alcohol is then recaptured.
  3. After the ethanol process, they are cooked at 80°C or 176°F hot water for two to three hours. This liquid is filtered and collected. Then this decoction process is repeated three times.
  4. All liquids are combined, then centrifuged to remove any residues.
  5. The filtered liquid is placed in a vacuum at 55°C or 131°F for around two hours to concentrate it in a ratio of 8 to 1.
  6. This concentrated liquid is spray dried at 180°C or 356°F to become a powder.
  7. This Chaga mushroom powder is then tested in quality control to verify it meets the specifications.

All this is why one customer Aaron T. said, “I’ve tried chaga from several different sources before. This is definitely the best chaga I’ve ever tried. It mixes more smoothly than any other chaga that I’ve had. It also has the best taste and even though it is more expensive than some of the ones I’ve tried you really only need to use 1/4 of a teaspoon so it still lasts pretty good.” 

How to Use Our Chaga Extract

Each bag of Chaga extract powder is 30-grams or just over one ounce. The recommended dose is 500mg to 1000mg per day which is roughly equal to 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon.

At this dose, each bag will last 30 to 60 days.

Add Chaga to tea, coffee, juices, smoothies or consume it straight. Its taste is somewhat like that of chocolate and coffee.

Logan’s personal method is to combine Chaga along with He Shou Wu and Maca in coffee each morning. More details here. 

 

warning
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Additional information

Weight 0.125 lbs
Dimensions 7 × 5 × 2 in
Dosage

500-1000 mg or 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon daily
Size & Servings

30 Grams/ 30-60 servings per bag
Type

8:1 Dual Extract (both alcohol and water)
Certified Organic

Yes
Product Of

China
Dietary

Gluten Free, Paleo Friendly, Vegan Friendly
Does Not Contain

GMO's, Fillers, Preservatives, Added Sugar, Artificial Flavorings or Colorings
ISBN

737534349519
Alt. Title

Organic Wildcrafted Chaga for Immune function 8:1 Extract 1oz (30g)
Alt. Short Description

Organic Chaga – known as the best mushroom for healthy immune function.

References

  1. Shahzad, F., Anderson, D., & Najafzadeh, M. (2020). The Antiviral, Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Natural Medicinal Herbs and Mushrooms and SARS-CoV-2 Infection. Nutrients, 12(9), 2573. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu12092573
  2. Teplyakova, T. V., Ilyicheva, T. N., Kosogova, T. A., & Wasser, S. P. (2021). Medicinal Mushrooms against Influenza Viruses. International journal of medicinal mushrooms, 23(2), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1615/IntJMedMushrooms.2020037460
  3. Szychowski, K. A., Skóra, B., Pomianek, T., & Gmiński, J. (2020). Inonotus obliquus – from folk medicine to clinical use. Journal of traditional and complementary medicine, 11(4), 293–302. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtcme.2020.08.003
  4. Song, F. Q., Liu, Y., Kong, X. S., Chang, W., & Song, G. (2013). Progress on understanding the anticancer mechanisms of medicinal mushroom: inonotus obliquus. Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP, 14(3), 1571–1578. https://doi.org/10.7314/apjcp.2013.14.3.1571
  5. Lu, Y., Jia, Y., Xue, Z., Li, N., Liu, J., & Chen, H. (2021). Recent Developments in Inonotus obliquus (Chaga mushroom) Polysaccharides: Isolation, Structural Characteristics, Biological Activities and Application. Polymers, 13(9), 1441. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym13091441
  6. Chaga mushroom extract inhibits oxidative DNA damage in lymphocytes of patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
    Mojgan Najafzadeh – P. Reynolds – Adolf Baumgartner – David Jerwood – Diana Anderson – BioFactors – 2007
  7. Immunomodulatory Activity of the Water Extract from Medicinal Mushroom Inonotus obliquus. Yeon-Ran Kim – Mycobiology – 2005
  8. Amelioration of scopolamine induced cognitive dysfunction and oxidative stress by Inonotus obliquus– a medicinal mushroom
    Vijayasree Giridharan – Rajarajan Thandavarayan – Tetsuya Konishi – Food & Function Food Funct. – 2011
  9. Anticancer Effects of Fraction Isolated from Fruiting Bodies of Chaga Medicinal Mushroom, Inonotus obliquus (Pers.:Fr.) Pilát (Aphyllophoromycetideae): In Vitro Studies
    Marta Lemieszek – Ewa Langner – Jozef Kaczor – Martyna Kandefer-Szerszen – Bozena Sanecka – Witold Mazurkiewicz – Wojciech Rzeski – International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms Int J Med Mushr – 2011
  10. In Vitro Antitumor Activity and Structure Characterization of Ethanol Extracts from Wild and Cultivated Chaga Medicinal Mushroom, Inonotus obliquus Pilát (Aphyllophoromycetideae)
    Yong Sun – Ting Yin – Xian-Hui Chen – Gong Zhang – Rempel Curtis – Zhan-Hui Lu – Ji-Hong Jiang – International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms Int J Med Mushr – 2011
  11. Inhibitory effect of chaga mushroom extract on compound 48/80-induced anaphylactic shock and IgE production in mice
    Taek Yoon – Sue Lee – Eun Kim – Eun Cho – Tae Kang – Kwang-Won Yu – Hyung Suh – International Immunopharmacology – 2013
  12. Orally administered aqueous extract of Inonotus obliquus ameliorates acute inflammation in dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced colitis in mice
    Siddhartha Mishra – Ju-Hee Kang – Changsun Choi – Seung Oh – Mi Kim – Inflammatory Bowel Diseases – 2011
  13. Inonotus obliquus containing diet enhances the innate immune mechanism and disease resistance in olive flounder Paralichythys olivaceus against Uronema marinum
    Ramasamy Harikrishnan – Chellam Balasundaram – Moon-Soo Heo – Fish & Shellfish Immunology – 2012

Lab Results

  1. Identity Certificate of Analysis (Customer-Friendly)
  2. Identity Certificate of Analysis (Technical)
  3. Heavy Metals and Microbiology Certificate of Analysis
  4. GMO Certificate of Analysis
  5. Full Spectrum Minerals Certificate of Analysis

FAQ

Details about Chaga:

What is chaga?
Known in Latin as Inonotus obliquus, it is a fungus from the family of Hymenochaetacea. This mushroom primarily grows on birch trees, though is sometimes found on other trees as well. Depending on who you talk to it is either parasitic or a beneficial symbiont of the trees.
Is chaga a mushroom?
Yes. However, unlike most mushrooms, the conk is not a fruiting body, but what is called a sclerotia, or mass of mycelium.
What does chaga look like?
It looks similar to burnt charcoal.
Where is chaga found?
It grows in northern latitudes, found primarily in Russia and Canada. It can also be found in Korea, some parts of Europe, and the northern USA.

Quality:

How is your chaga extracted?
This is a dual extract, using both alcohol and water, which each draw out different parts. It is done in an 8:1 ratio, meaning that eight kilos of chaga mushroom, yield one kilo of finished extract powder. This is more potent than most of the chaga on the market (and as such is also more expensive).
What is the polysaccharides content of this product?
Polysaccharides are not specifically tested because this is a large category of different things. If you want lots of polysaccharides all you have to do is eat grains or vegetables. Starch and cellulose are polysaccharide.
What is the beta-glucan content of this product?
Chaga is one of the lower beta-glucan containing mushrooms. Our latest batch has 5.8%, with the typical amount being 2%. If you’re look for higher amounts than you might want a mushroom like reishi.
Is alcohol extract the best one?
The word “best” doesn’t really fit. Certain compounds like the polysaccharides come out best in water. Other compounds like the betulinic acid, botulin and phytosterols, such as inotodiol, will come out only with alcohol.
Is this a fine powder?
Yes.
Do you sell raw wild chaga?
No, we do not currently, though we use to offer this.
What is difference between raw chaga and chaga extract?
We prefer the extract we have, because many people do not have the capability to do dual-extractions themselves, and do it well. To get the compounds from chaga, it is best extracted in some way, rather than just eating it raw.
Is this Chaga mushroom harvested from living threes only?
Yes.
Where does your chaga come from?
It is sourced in Northern China and Siberia (Russia).
Is it farmed or wildcrafted?
Wildcrafted.
Does your chaga powder contain anything else beside the mushroom?
Chaga, water and alcohol and nothing else.
What is the inotodiol content of your chaga extract?
Unfortunately, this is not yet being tested at this time, but should be in the future, as well as a total triterpene count.
Does chaga contain melanin?
Yes. It is the melanin that gives chaga its dark color. We do not have testing at this time as for how much, though.

How to Take Chaga:

Will this powder completely dissolve in water?
Our chaga extract dissolves in both cold and hot waters. Sometimes it clumps a little bit, but if stirred this will dissolve completely.
How to make chaga tea?
With our extract you’ll just add the dose of ¼ to ½ tsp to hot water and stir.
How much chaga to take?
Our recommended dose is 500mg to 1000mg per day. This is equal to ¼ to ½ teaspoon. However, you can do more than this safely.
What does chaga taste like?
It is an earthy flavor, with slight bitterness, but not bad. Because of the vanillic acid, it has hints of vanilla too.
When to drink chaga?
It is non-stimulating so can be taken morning, noon or night.

Effects:

How chaga works?
That is a complicated answer. Please watch the video on this post for more information.
Who should take chaga?
Anyone who wants to be healthier overall at any age. It is great for many different facets of the immune system, oxidation and anti-aging.
Which nutrients does chaga contain?
There is no one known “active constituent.” Some of the beneficial compounds found inside are beta-glucans, SOD, inotodiol, other phytosterols and triterpenes, betulin, betulinic acid, melanin and more. This is in addition to vitamins and many trace minerals.
Is chaga a stimulant?
No.
Is chaga good for arthritis?
This is one of the major historical uses of chaga mushroom, especially rheumatoid arthritis. This is because of the actions on the immune system, inflammation and more.
Is chaga good for colds?
This is not something that is likely to help acutely, like when you are directly sick. But because of its action on supporting a healthy immune system, taking it regularly may help you to avoid colds in the first place.
Does chaga help with cancer?
Historically it has been used for this. As this is a highly regulated area, we invite you to do your own research outside of our website to find out more.

Side Effects and Contraindications:

Is chaga safe?
Yes. Medicinal mushrooms like chaga are considered very safe, even for children.
Who shouldn’t take chaga?
Because it is untested as such pregnant and breastfeeding women may want to avoid chaga.
Is chaga a blood thinner?
Yes, it may cause blood to thin in certain people.
Can I take chaga if I have diabetes?
Chaga may lower blood sugar levels. If you are on blood sugar medication, please consult your doctor before using.
I have an autoimmune disease. Can I use chaga?
Several mushrooms like chaga appear to have dual-direction activity with the immune system. They help it to act more intelligently. This is the same thing they do with plants, often exchanging food for information and immune benefits. When extracts or isolated nutrients are studied in a test tube or petri dish you often see a direct action. But inside living systems, things are far more complex. Some people would say to avoid chaga in cases of autoimmunity because it may make your immune system more active. Our feeling is that it will better help to educate your immune system. That being said everyone is different, so in these cases please start with a small dose, and note if it seems to help or hurt. Discontinue if it appears to be making symptoms worse.

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36 reviews for Chaga Mushroom Organic 8:1 Extract (30 Grams)

  1. Benji Hill (verified owner) –

    Amazing stuff
    Brain and body like it
    Thanks!

  2. Stewart A Kingsley (verified owner) –

    This is a great product as it is ready to use and does beat the raw process.

  3. Duane Dhillon (verified owner) –

    Good quality

  4. Asma (verified owner) –

    EXCELLENT PRODUCTS GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE, CAME ON TIME.

  5. Daryl (verified owner) –

    Excellent product and customer service!

  6. John Ericson (verified owner) –

    Lost Empire Herbs high quality Chaga has allowed me to stay more active and energetic than I expected at the age of 68.

  7. Dana Ingram (verified owner) –

    Would like to have a little more based on the money spent.

  8. customer (verified owner) –

    Amazing…this supplement has helped so much with minimizing my hair from going gray.

  9. customer (verified owner) –

    It’s my favorite mushroom since I got it, especially in morning coffee or even by itself.

  10. William (verified owner) –

    Fell better after adding to morning cup of coffee

  11. Richard Snook (verified owner) –

    This is top of the line you only need to use 1/8 of a teaspoon. It works great for stress

  12. John Ericson (verified owner) –

    Chaga is mainstay of my Herb/Health Regime

  13. Eduardo Rosado (verified owner) –

    Product is as expected

  14. Kristina Shaffer (verified owner) –

    We love your herbs.

  15. Katherine Minerva (verified owner) –

    Keeps me healthy, give me energy.

  16. Joe ONeill (verified owner) –

    Great product

  17. Jodell Augustyn (verified owner) –

    Consistent quality products.

  18. Bobby Hughes (verified owner) –

    This herb is fantastic!

  19. Ted Hayes (verified owner) –

    I will keep using

  20. Kathy Huben (verified owner) –

    Found out about chaga from a relative who had cancer. Research is being done using the mushroom. I was diagnosed with cancer and found this site decided to give it a try. Have been taking it for 3 months , not sure how much it is helping at this point but not willing to stop. Hopefully time will tell.

    • Justin Snyder –

      How much chaga are you taking Kathy?

  21. Aaron T (verified owner) –

    I’ve tried chaga from several different sources before. This is definitely the best chaga I’ve ever tried. It mixes more smoothly than any other chaga that I’ve had. It also has the best taste and even though it is more expensive than some of the ones I’ve tried you really only need to use 1/4 of a teaspoon so it still lasts pretty good. Though I’ve tried certain other products as well and can’t solely atribute to the chaga I almost never get sick now and I’ve certainly gotten sick a lot less since I started taking chaga. I recommend giving it a try and comparing it to whatever kinds of chaga you’ve had in the past.

  22. Kurt P (verified owner) –

    I enjoy chaga and many other products from Lost Empire Herbs. They are a trusted source.

  23. Jim M. (verified owner) –

    I absolutely love this product! I add it to my coffee and my smoothies. It is a potenent immune booster. Lost Empire Herbs takes it one step further by offering it in an 8:1 extract. Don’t take my word for it, try it yourself and leave a comment here with your findings.

  24. Van Naidu (verified owner) –

    Great product. I love the taste and especially with my black coffee in the morning. I have it in most days before my workout at the gym.1

  25. Greg (verified owner) –

    Chaga can be a strange mushroom to know if you are receiving benefits from, at least right away. I am an enormous fan of consuming mushrooms as I know the benefits are protecting us from DNA damage and boosting immunity. I was diagnosed with MS a few years back and wanted to find non pharmaceutical ways to help. I ran into both Chaga and Lion’s Mane as natural ways to boost the nervous system so I began using it. As I said, you may not get an immediate and noticeable boost that you may expect from something like Pine Pollen. However, I do believe regular and patient use of Chaga will give you benefits to whatever your goal may be, as I have improved my symptoms from MS by incorporating it.

  26. John Jones (verified owner) –

    We sent the Chaga overseas to my wife’s sister as she has uterine cancer so I can’t testify to the quality or strength . We find our own here in Vermont and have used it mainly as tea but sometimes powdered and consumed with food.

  27. Handher (verified owner) –

    Love , lost Empire Herbs is the best

  28. Jake Brindle (verified owner) –

    I’m very impressed with the results of chaga! I’m a firm believer in the benefits that this mushroom offers!
    I mix it in my coffee for an added benefit to my day.

  29. Bonita Khmara (verified owner) –

    We always make Chaga lattes and drink in the afternoon for great energy pick up.

  30. Caue Custodio (verified owner) –

    Superior product. Thanks to this I stopped being sick all the time. Also my meditation practices took another level. Will buy this stuff till I die!!

    • Zane Christopher –

      Caue, please also try Gotu Kola for meditation when you can. We will be releasing it very soon but get some before that from someone else if possible. All I have to say is wow…

  31. Don Frey –

    I thought I was buying the best mushroom powders and blends from another source on the web and these guys at lost empire herbs have superior benefit over the other places I have purchased.

  32. Karyn Weese –

    I recently read “The Cure is in The Forest” by Cass Ingram, M.D., which reviews the many benefits of Chaga in great detail. Bud Karas is a trusted friend as well as an experienced health/ wellness advisor — and I highly value his opinions and research. I strongly encourage everyone to try Chaga and discover its many beneficial healing properties. Thank you Bud!

  33. walter Bud Karas –

    another great product no sunburn for me been using for years spent 4 weeks in costa rica with friend never wore a shirt never got burned once turned my friends Donny Lalonde ex boxing champ and trainer on to it as they run at beach everyday NO SUN BURN thanks again

  34. walter kara –

    love it been uing for one year i never get sunburned

  35. Griffin –

    I got a sample from one of the awesome owners a year ago or more when they were testing this And made a tea. I took it for a week. It tasted good and felt a slight perk In my body after 4th day (wish I had more :P) I was also taking shilijit pine pollen and black ant powder which all have different body feelings and effects. I saw on wiki shortly after that ethanol is needed for a more effective extract. Tincture maybe? The medical research behind this and shilijit is comprehensive and makes me happy to take them.

  36. [email protected] –

    Amazing…this supplement has helped so much with minimizing my hair from going gray.

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