Ural Wild Chaga

In powder or pieces for optimal use depending on your needs
Made from whole, hand-picked mushrooms from wild and sustainable harvests
Anti-oxidant, immunostimulant, anti-inflammatory, rich in Beta-B-Glucans, vitamin B and other micro-nutrients.
Woody taste with a slight bitterness, pleasantly replacing black tea or coffee.

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The Mushroom

Inonotus obliquus or Oblique Polypore

Discover the exceptional power of chaga, the champion mushroom for your well-being and health!

The chaga, used for centuries in traditional medicine, is packed with health benefits.

Chaga is a fungus that primarily grows on birches in the boreal and subarctic regions of the planet. These areas include Siberia, Scandinavia, Northern Europe, Canada, and Alaska.

In these cold climates, birches provide an ideal environment for chaga's growth. The fungus often establishes itself on aging or weakened birches, exploiting their hard bark and spongy interior for development.

Birch Chaga

It appears as a lumpy black mass, resembling charcoal or burnt bark. Inside this dark outer mass lies a treasure trove of health benefits.

Benefits

Chaga is rich in essential nutrients, including B vitamins, minerals like potassium, zinc, and iron, as well as potent antioxidants such as polyphenols.

In addition to boosting your immunity, chaga enhances your digestion, promoting a healthy and balanced gut. Enjoy its anti-inflammatory properties to soothe your digestive system and maximize the absorption of essential nutrients.

Its delicate aroma evokes forest floor notes: earthy and woody, slightly bitter. Some compare it to the smell of coffee or black tea, but it has its unique flavor. It can be pleasantly used as a coffee substitute. Note: It contains no theine or caffeine.

We offer chaga in two forms:

The powder is easier to use as it can be directly infused, added to smoothies, and other preparations, requiring a shorter infusion time.
The chunks are less sensitive to oxidation and therefore better preserve their qualities for long-term storage, for example. This form also allows you to see the product's quality in its raw state. When infused, the chunks need to be steeped longer and can be used for several infusions.

Origin and Harvesting

Since chaga is not produced in our regions, we collaborate with a group of experienced gatherers who harvest chaga in the pristine forests of Komi, at the foothills of the Ural Mountains. The Ural Mountains offer unmatched purity and ensure total absence of pollution. Winter temperatures can drop to -30°C, and summer temperatures can reach up to +30°C. These significant temperature variations contribute to chaga's optimal nutritional quality.

Our chaga harvesting practices aim for sustainable resource management, which includes:

Responsible harvesting: Harvesters ensure only a portion of the mushrooms is collected, always leaving a minimum quantity for regeneration.
Site rotation: Harvesters avoid collecting chaga from the same location repeatedly. They move to different forest areas to allow the mushrooms to replenish in previously harvested zones.
Respect for host trees: Chaga grows on living trees, primarily birch. Harvesters ensure not to damage the tree while harvesting the mushroom and only collect mature chaga while preserving the host tree's health.
Manual methods: Manual chaga harvesting is preferred to minimize damage to the tree and its surroundings. Tools typically include knives or axes to carefully remove the fungus without causing excessive harm.
Adherence to local regulations: Harvesters comply with local laws and regulations on wild mushroom harvesting, including harvest quotas, specific harvest periods, or protected areas where harvesting is prohibited.
Encouraging natural regeneration: Harvesters promote chaga's natural regeneration by protecting previous harvesting areas and allowing the mushrooms to spread and reproduce naturally.

Ural Mountains

These practices aim to maintain ecological balance while allowing for the responsible and sustainable harvesting of chaga, ensuring its ongoing availability for years to come.

After harvesting and before storage, a selection is made to eliminate pieces that do not meet quality criteria and to remove as much bark and wood as possible, maximizing the product's purity and quality.

Usage

Chaga can be used in various ways depending on your preferences and the available products. Here are some common methods to use chaga:

1. Chaga Infusion

Infusion is one of the most popular ways to use chaga. Prepare an infusion by boiling chaga chunks or powder in water for about 15 to 20 minutes. Then, strain the liquid and consume it hot or cold. You can add honey or other sweeteners to enhance the flavor if necessary. Recommendations generally range from 1 to 3 teaspoons of powder per day, which is approximately 2 to 6 grams. Consume in the morning or at noon, preferably with a meal.

2. Chaga Tincture

Alcohol extraction can extract more properties and concentrate chaga's benefits. For this, place chaga chunks in a glass jar and cover them with strong alcohol. Ethanol is best, but basic alcohols like rum or vodka can also be used. Let the mixture sit in a dark place for 3-6 weeks, shaking regularly. Once ready, you can take a few diluted drops in water or your choice of beverage.

3. Chaga Powder:

Chaga powder can be added to your smoothies, juices, soups, or other food preparations. It mixes easily and can be incorporated into various recipes to enjoy its benefits.

4. Capsules

Chaga powder can also be encapsulated for easy daily consumption.

5. Other Ideas

Chaga chocolate mousse, hot chaga chocolate, chaga kombucha, chaga cookies and cake, etc. Do you have other recipe ideas? Share them with us!

It's important to note that the quantity and frequency of chaga use can vary based on individual tolerance and specific needs. It is recommended to consult a healthcare professional before adding new supplements to your daily routine.

For optimal benefits from chaga, it is advised to undergo 2 to 4-week courses, spaced by at least 2 weeks between each course.

Here's a video in English on preparing hot water infusion.

Composition:

100% whole dried Chaga (no additives, no fillers in our powders).

100% natural, raw, vegan product, additive-free, lactose-free, and gluten-free.

Average Nutritional Analysis

Nutrients	Values
Energy (kJ/kcal)	~320 kcal
Fats	<1g
of which saturated fats	<0.1g
Carbohydrates	75-80g
of which sugars	n/a
Fibers	n/a
Proteins	4-5g
Salt	Very low

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