Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)

Chaga, also known as the birch polypore fungus, is a mushroom that primarily grows on birch trees in cold climates such as Northern Europe, Siberia, and North America. In traditional uses, Chaga is valued for its unique composition and applications.

Role in antioxidant processes

Chaga contains various bioactive compounds, including polyphenols and other natural substances, which are studied for their role in antioxidant processes. It is often used as part of a varied diet.

Traditional use in immune-related applications

Chaga contains polysaccharides, including beta-glucans, which are valued in traditional applications. This makes it a popular choice in various cultures where mushrooms play a role in the diet.

Sources of Chaga

Chaga naturally grows on the bark of birch trees in cold climates. Due to its rarity in the wild and protected status in some areas, Chaga is often commercially cultivated for culinary applications.

Forms and consumption

Chaga is available in various forms, including:

Powder: Can be added to smoothies, tea, or other beverages.
Extracts: Concentrated liquid forms for easy consumption.
Capsules or tablets: For convenient dosing and intake.

Products with Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)

Product	Form	Standard dosage
Four Sigmatic Protect Elixir Mix	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)	1,500 mg per 3 grams
KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms Organic Chaga Extract Powder	Chaga fruiting body extract (Inonotus obliquus)	1,000 mg per 1 grams
KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms Chaga Organic Tincture (50 mL)	Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)	434 mg per 1 ml
Four Sigmatic Organic Shield Instant Coffee	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)	350 mg per 2.5 grams
Four Sigmatic Organic Achieve Ground Coffee	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)	250 mg per 21 grams
Four Sigmatic Organic Achieve Instant Coffee	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)	250 mg per 2.5 grams
Four Sigmatic Think Coffee Latte Mix	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)	200 mg per 6 grams
Four Sigmatic Balance Mushroom Blend	Chaga fruiting body extract (Inonotus obliquus)	200 mg per 2 grams
Four Sigmatic Coffee Balance Ground	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)	150 mg per 21 grams
Four Sigmatic Protect Mushroom Blend	Chaga fruiting body extract (Inonotus obliquus) (organic)	150 mg per 2 grams
NoordCode Power Cacao	Chaga extract (Inonotus obliquus)	135 mg per 15 grams
Four Sigmatic Balance Coffee Mix	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)	100 mg per 2.5 grams

Product	Four Sigmatic Protect Elixir Mix
Form	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	1,500 mg per 3 grams

KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms Organic Chaga Extract Powder

Product	KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms Organic Chaga Extract Powder
Form	Chaga fruiting body extract (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	1,000 mg per 1 grams

KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms Chaga Organic Tincture (50 mL)

Product	KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms Chaga Organic Tincture (50 mL)
Form	Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	434 mg per 1 ml

Four Sigmatic Organic Shield Instant Coffee

Product	Four Sigmatic Organic Shield Instant Coffee
Form	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	350 mg per 2.5 grams

Four Sigmatic Organic Achieve Ground Coffee

Product	Four Sigmatic Organic Achieve Ground Coffee
Form	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	250 mg per 21 grams

Four Sigmatic Organic Achieve Instant Coffee

Product	Four Sigmatic Organic Achieve Instant Coffee
Form	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	250 mg per 2.5 grams

Product	Four Sigmatic Think Coffee Latte Mix
Form	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	200 mg per 6 grams

Product	Four Sigmatic Balance Mushroom Blend
Form	Chaga fruiting body extract (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	200 mg per 2 grams

Product	Four Sigmatic Coffee Balance Ground
Form	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	150 mg per 21 grams

Product	Four Sigmatic Protect Mushroom Blend
Form	Chaga fruiting body extract (Inonotus obliquus) (organic)
Standard dosage	150 mg per 2 grams

Product	NoordCode Power Cacao
Form	Chaga extract (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	135 mg per 15 grams

Product	Four Sigmatic Balance Coffee Mix
Form	Chaga extract (wildcrafted) (Inonotus obliquus)
Standard dosage	100 mg per 2.5 grams