Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder
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You might need chaga mushrooms if . . .
Have you ever felt like your brain is foggy? Do you struggle with imbalanced gut flora even though you reduced sugar and unhealthy food? Are you looking for more support to protect from the free radicals looking to age you and cause disease?
If so, chaga mushrooms might be exactly what you need!
Chaga mushrooms are a great choice for those that:
- Need more antioxidants for aging skin, stress, poor nutritional intake, or chronic conditions
- Struggle with inflammation
- Concerned about cancer cell growth
- Need more prebiotics for beneficial gut flora
- Need more help with blood sugar regulation
Benefits of Chaga Mushrooms
Chaga mushrooms have been used for centuries for their great benefits, but new research is finding great uses for it all the time –from prebiotic support to balance gut flora to supporting the immune system to helping fight cancerous cells!
Immune Support: Chaga mushrooms contain compounds that can support the immune system. Chaga mushrooms contain beta-glucans, which are polysaccharides that support the immune system by enhancing the activity of white blood cells such as macrophages, natural killer cells, and T cells. These immune cells play crucial roles in identifying and destroying pathogens like bacteria, viruses, and abnormal cells.
Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Chronic inflammation can impair immune function and contribute to various chronic health problems. Chaga mushrooms have been shown to possess anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation in the body.
Antioxidant Properties: Chaga mushrooms are rich in antioxidants, which can help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the body, protecting cells from damage. Chaga mushrooms are rich in antioxidants such as polyphenols and melanin. These antioxidants help reduce oxidative stress in the body by neutralizing free radicals, which can damage cells and weaken the immune system. By protecting cells from oxidative damage, chaga mushrooms help maintain the overall health of the immune system.
Potential Cancer-Fighting Effects: Some studies suggest that chaga mushrooms may have anti-cancer properties, with research indicating they could inhibit the growth of cancer cells and promote apoptosis (cell death) in cancerous cells.
Common Ways to Use Chaga Mushrooms
Tea: You can make a simple tea with chaga and herbs by steeping 1 tsp of dried or powdered chaga in 8 ounces of boiling water for at least 15 minutes. You can sweeten it with raw honey, lemon, or spices to taste.
Tincture: Chaga is also consumed in tincture form. You can readily find them at health stores or online. They are also quite simple to make, although it takes about a month before the tincture is ready to be used. You can follow the instructions here, How to Make an Alcohol Extraction.
Powdered: You can get them freeze dried and/or powdered.
Growing and Foraging Information
Chaga mushrooms are harder to grow yourself but can be foraged throughout much of the US (zones 2-6). Look for moist, humid areas with plenty of birch (their favorite host tree). It is also available online in powdered form either solo or as part of a mix.
Safety Concerns
Chaga mushrooms have been used for centuries. It was used by indigenous people in Siberia, Russia, Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, and North America as natural medicine. Mostly, they consumed it for digestive issues, respiratory support, skin ailments, and immune support.
It is important to consider safety concerns in the context of history.
You also must realize that many of the departments that bring up safety concerns are responsible for managing pharmaceutical drugs that have been manufactured in recent history. In the United States, there is no controlling authority or regulatory board specific to herbs. The most common reason you will see that these organizations question the safety of various herbs and mushrooms is “insufficient evidence to determine safety.” Since there is no way to patent a naturally growing plant or fungus, there is often insufficient funding to conduct massive human studies.
Drug Interaction: There are potential interactions with already taking blood thinners, antidiabetic medications, immunosuppressants, and chemotherapy. These are mostly because chaga interacts similarly, so it may make the result too strong. If you are taking any prescription medications, it is always important to consult with the prescriber before adding any herbs to your diet.
Breastfeeding and Pregnancy: There are no known contraindications for breastfeeding and pregnancy.
Other Concerns: As with any food, there is a chance that someone could have an allergy to chaga, but it is not common by any means.
Select Studies About Chaga Mushrooms
The chaga mushroom has been traditionally used in folk medicine for its cleansing and disinfecting properties (including internal worms), and as a remedy for various health issues including stomach problems, worms, liver and heart ailments, and cancer. Recent studies have shown that chaga possesses several health-promoting functions, such as antibacterial, liver protection, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antioxidant activities. A study aimed to evaluate the anticancer properties of a specific fraction called IO4 isolated from chaga. They tested its effects on cancer cell growth, movement, and viability in lung, colon, and brain cancer cells, as well as its toxicity on normal cells like skin fibroblasts and endothelial cells. The results showed that the chaga fraction decreased cancer cell growth and movement while causing minimal toxicity to normal cells. These findings suggest that fraction IO4 could be a promising anticancer agent, warranting further research.
Chaga mushroom extract inhibits oxidative DNA damage in human lymphocytes as assessed by comet assay
The chaga mushroom is believed to offer health benefits due to its antibacterial, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. To test its antioxidant effects, researchers studied how chaga mushroom extracts could protect human lymphocytes from oxidative damage to DNA, which can lead to cell damage and disease. They treated cells with different concentrations of chaga extract before exposing them to oxidative stress. Results showed that cells pretreated with chaga extract had significantly less DNA damage compared to those without treatment. This suggests that chaga mushroom extract can help protect cells from oxidative damage, potentially contributing to overall health.
How Earthley Uses Chaga Mushrooms
Organic lion’s mane, reishi, cordyceps, shiitake, and chaga mushrooms combine in convenient vegetable capsules to promote brain and immune health. These 5 remarkable mushrooms have been studied to show that they are not only nutritious and delicious, but also beneficial to health and wellness.
Every ingredient is beneficial. Absolutely no fillers, binders, flavors, or added sugars. You can mix it with yogurt, applesauce, salads, smoothies, juice, or just in water – it is versatile and tasty!
Read these reviews we have received:
“I notice I am more focused when I take it. I am able to complete more tasks without being distracted. Will definitely be working this into the budget.”
“I’m a stay at home mom with a toddler and wanted to try these to help combat ‘mom’ brain. I take these about every other day and believe it’s helped with my energy levels and helped with my stress. Can’t beat the price for all the super mushroom ingredients! Thank you Earthley for making remedies affordable 🙂”
Our Super Food Powder is unique, because we start with great-tasting berries with lots of health benefits. Strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, cranberry, acai, and tart cherry are all high in antioxidants, rich in nutrients, and promote immune function and heart health. Then we add the equally beneficial beets, ginger, burdock root, and chaga mushrooms for an all-around strong super food!
- Acai Powder – antioxidant, supports brain health
- Blueberry Powder – supports brain and gut health
- Raspberry Powder – antioxidant, supports gut health
- Strawberry Powder – rich in vitamin C, promotes heart health
- Tart Cherry Powder – nutrient rich, supports sleep
- Beet Powder – anti-inflammatory, supports gut health
- Cranberry Powder – supports kidney and gut health
- Ginger Root Powder – anti-inflammatory, supports gut health
- Burdock Root Powder – prebiotic, supports lymphatic system
- Chaga Mushroom Powder – supports immunity and heart health
Every ingredient is beneficial. Absolutely no fillers, binders, flavors, or added sugars. You can mix it with yogurt, applesauce, salads, smoothies, juice, or just in water – it is versatile and tasty!
Read these reviews we have received:
“One of my favorites! It mixes really well in our smoothies and my kiddos love it. I’ve even mixed it with a little honey to take as a shot. When I had THE sickness, this stuff was a lifesaver because I didn’t have an appetite so used this in smoothies.”
“I mix this in with the greens powder each afternoon and it definitely gives me the energy I need to make it through the day! No afternoon slump and no need for that second cup of coffee. I use a milk frother to mix it into some water or bone broth. Planning to try and mix it in some orange juice for the kids soon!”