Chaga Mushroom 4X Extract Powder | Inonotus obliquus | Source of Antioxidants | 33 Servings
Each scoop delivers 900mg of Chaga Mushroom extract (Inonotus obliquus, mycelia) as a 4:1 concentrated extract, equivalent to 3,600mg (3.6g) of raw chaga mycelia per serving (QCE 3.6g). Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a parasitic fungus that grows primarily on birch trees (Betula spp.) in cold northern climates including Canada, Russia, Scandinavia, and northern China, and has been used in traditional herbal medicine in these regions for centuries. Source of antioxidants. Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine. Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976). Pure extract powder with no fillers, artificial flavours, or additives. 100% vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free. Made in Canada in a quality controlled facility. 33 servings per container.
Key Features
• Source of antioxidants
• Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine
• 900mg chaga mycelia extract per scoop (4:1 concentration)
• QCE 3.6g equivalent to 3,600mg raw chaga mycelia per serving
• Pure extract powder no fillers, no additives, no artificial flavours
• Versatile powder format: add to coffee, tea, smoothies, or water
• 33 servings per container
• Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976)
• Made in Canada in a quality-controlled facility
• 100% vegan and non-GMO
• Gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free
What Is Chaga?
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is not a true mushroom in the conventional sense. It is a parasitic fungus belonging to the family Hymenochaetaceae that colonizes living birch trees (Betula spp.) and other hardwood trees in cold northern climates. The visible black mass that grows on the exterior of infected birch trees the part commonly called chaga is a sclerotium: a hardened, dense mass of fungal mycelium that the fungus produces as it grows within and on the tree. This sclerotium can take 10 to 20 years to develop to harvestable size on a living birch tree.
Geographic Range: Inonotus obliquus grows naturally in cold northern forests across Canada, Russia (particularly Siberia), Scandinavia, Finland, Poland, and northern China and Korea. It requires cold climates and is found primarily on white birch (Betula papyrifera), yellow birch (Betula alleghaniensis), and other Betula species. Canada is one of the world's primary natural habitats for wild chaga.
Traditional Use: Chaga has been used in traditional herbal medicine in Russia, Siberia, and northern Europe for centuries, where it was prepared as a tea by simmering chunks of the dried sclerotium in hot water. It was valued in these traditions for its perceived health-supporting properties and was consumed as a daily beverage in some northern communities.
Mycelia vs. Sclerotium vs. Fruiting Body: In the functional mushroom supplement market, products may use different parts of the fungus: the sclerotium (the black external mass on the birch tree), the mycelia (the thread like fungal network), or the fruiting body (the reproductive structure, which in chaga's case is rarely seen and not typically used in supplements). This formula uses Inonotus obliquus mycelia as the source material for the extract.
Understanding the 4:1 Extract and QCE
This formula uses a 4:1 concentrated extract rather than raw dried chaga powder. Understanding the difference is important for evaluating potency and comparing products.
Raw Powder vs. Extract: Raw chaga powder is simply dried and ground chaga material. A chaga extract is produced by extracting the bioactive compounds from the raw material using water, alcohol, or a combination of both, then concentrating the extract. The extraction process concentrates the bioactive compounds and removes inert material such as indigestible chitin (the structural polysaccharide of fungal cell walls), resulting in a more concentrated and bioavailable product.
4:1 Concentration Ratio: A 4:1 extract means that 4 grams of raw chaga mycelia were used to produce 1 gram of extract. Each 900mg scoop of this formula therefore represents the bioactive compounds extracted from 3,600mg (3.6g) of raw chaga mycelia.
QCE (Quantity of Crude Equivalent): QCE is the Health Canada standardized notation for expressing the raw material equivalent of an extract. The QCE of 3.6g per scoop confirms that each serving is equivalent to 3.6g of crude (raw) chaga mycelia, providing a standardized basis for comparing extract potency across products.
Chaga's Bioactive Compounds
Chaga's antioxidant properties are attributed to a diverse range of bioactive compounds that accumulate in the fungal tissue during its growth on birch trees:
Melanin Complex: Chaga's distinctive jet black exterior is due to one of the richest natural concentrations of melanin found in any organism. Chaga melanin is a complex of melanin pigments and polyphenols that contributes significantly to its antioxidant activity. The melanin in chaga is produced by the fungus as a protective response to UV radiation and oxidative stress during its growth on the exposed exterior of birch trees. This melanin-polyphenol complex is one of chaga's most distinctive bioactive components and is not found in most other functional mushrooms.
Polysaccharides and Beta-Glucans: Like other medicinal fungi, chaga contains polysaccharides including beta glucans complex carbohydrates found in fungal cell walls. Beta-glucans are among the most studied bioactive compounds in medicinal mushrooms and are associated with the antioxidant and health-supporting properties of functional mushroom supplements.
Betulinic Acid and Betulin: Uniquely among functional mushrooms, chaga accumulates betulinic acid and betulin triterpenoid compounds derived from the birch tree host. As chaga grows within and on birch bark, it absorbs and biotransforms betulin (a major component of birch bark) into betulinic acid and related compounds. These birch derived triterpenoids are unique to birch grown chaga and are not found in chaga grown on other substrates or in laboratory cultivated chaga that has not grown on birch. They contribute to chaga's distinctive bioactive profile.
Inotodiol and Lanosterol: Chaga also contains inotodiol and lanosterol, lanostane type triterpenoids that are characteristic of Inonotus obliquus and contribute to its bioactive profile.
Polyphenols: Chaga contains a range of polyphenolic antioxidants including flavonoids and phenolic acids that contribute to its overall antioxidant capacity alongside the melanin complex.
Powder Format: Versatility and Convenience
Unlike capsule based chaga supplements, this extract powder format offers versatility in how it can be consumed:
• Coffee: Add one scoop to your morning coffee for an earthy, slightly bitter flavour that complements dark roast coffee naturally
• Tea: Dissolve in hot water or add to herbal tea consistent with the traditional preparation of chaga as a hot beverage
• Smoothies: Blend into fruit or vegetable smoothies
• Hot chocolate or other beverages: Mix into any hot or cold beverage
Chaga has a naturally earthy, slightly bitter, mildly vanilla like flavour profile that is generally well tolerated in beverages. The extract powder dissolves readily in hot liquids.
Understanding the Dosage
Chaga Mushroom (Inonotus obliquus, mycelia), 4:1 extract: 900mg per scoop (QCE 3.6g)
Suggested Use: As directed by a healthcare practitioner
Servings per Container: 33
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: None pure chaga extract powder
Consult your healthcare provider to determine the appropriate dosage and duration of use for your individual needs.
Who May Consider This Product
• Individuals seeking antioxidant support from a traditionally used functional mushroom
• Those interested in the traditional herbal medicine use of chaga from northern traditions
• People wanting a pure, no-filler chaga extract powder without capsules
• Those wanting a versatile powder format for adding to coffee, tea, or smoothies
• Individuals interested in the unique bioactive profile of birch-grown chaga including betulinic acid and melanin complex
• Vegans and vegetarians
• Those seeking a Health Canada approved, Canadian-made chaga supplement
Quality and Purity
• Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976)
• 900mg chaga mycelia extract per scoop (4:1, QCE 3.6g)
• Pure extract powder no fillers, no additives, no artificial flavours
• 33 servings per container
• Made in Canada in a quality controlled facility
• 100% vegan and non-GMO
• Gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption. Do not use a wet scoop. Chaga extract powder is hygroscopic and will absorb moisture from the air if left exposed, which can cause clumping.
Safety Information
Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medications (particularly blood thinners such as warfarin, or medications for diabetes), or have a medical condition including autoimmune conditions or kidney disease. Chaga contains oxalates; individuals with a history of kidney stones (particularly calcium oxalate stones) should consult a healthcare provider before use. Chaga may have mild anticoagulant properties; individuals taking blood-thinning medications should consult a healthcare provider before use. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Keep out of reach of children.
This product is approved by Health Canada (NPN 80121976).
About Chaga Mushroom 4X Extract Powder | Inonotus obliquus | Source of Antioxidants
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a parasitic fungus that grows on birch trees in cold northern climates including Canada, Russia, and Scandinavia, where it has been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries. Its distinctive black exterior is due to one of the richest natural concentrations of melanin found in any organism, alongside polysaccharides, beta glucans, and birch derived triterpenoids including betulinic acid and betulin that are unique to birch-grown chaga. This formula delivers 900mg of chaga mycelia extract per scoop as a 4:1 concentrated extract (QCE 3.6g), equivalent to 3,600mg of raw chaga mycelia per serving, in a pure powder format with no fillers or additives. Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976) as a source of antioxidants and for traditional herbal medicine use. 100% vegan and made in Canada in a quality controlled facility.
Chaga Mushroom 4X Extract Powder | Inonotus obliquus | Source of Antioxidants | 33 Servings
Each scoop delivers 900mg of Chaga Mushroom extract (Inonotus obliquus, mycelia) as a 4:1 concentrated extract, equivalent to 3,600mg (3.6g) of raw chaga mycelia per serving (QCE 3.6g). Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a parasitic fungus that grows primarily on birch trees (Betula spp.) in cold northern climates including Canada, Russia, Scandinavia, and northern China, and has been used in traditional herbal medicine in these regions for centuries. Source of antioxidants. Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine. Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976). Pure extract powder with no fillers, artificial flavours, or additives. 100% vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free. Made in Canada in a quality controlled facility. 33 servings per container.
Key Features
• Source of antioxidants
• Traditionally used in Herbal Medicine
• 900mg chaga mycelia extract per scoop (4:1 concentration)
• QCE 3.6g equivalent to 3,600mg raw chaga mycelia per serving
• Pure extract powder no fillers, no additives, no artificial flavours
• Versatile powder format: add to coffee, tea, smoothies, or water
• 33 servings per container
• Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976)
• Made in Canada in a quality-controlled facility
• 100% vegan and non-GMO
• Gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free
What Is Chaga?
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is not a true mushroom in the conventional sense. It is a parasitic fungus belonging to the family Hymenochaetaceae that colonizes living birch trees (Betula spp.) and other hardwood trees in cold northern climates. The visible black mass that grows on the exterior of infected birch trees the part commonly called chaga is a sclerotium: a hardened, dense mass of fungal mycelium that the fungus produces as it grows within and on the tree. This sclerotium can take 10 to 20 years to develop to harvestable size on a living birch tree.
Geographic Range: Inonotus obliquus grows naturally in cold northern forests across Canada, Russia (particularly Siberia), Scandinavia, Finland, Poland, and northern China and Korea. It requires cold climates and is found primarily on white birch (Betula papyrifera), yellow birch (Betula alleghaniensis), and other Betula species. Canada is one of the world's primary natural habitats for wild chaga.
Traditional Use: Chaga has been used in traditional herbal medicine in Russia, Siberia, and northern Europe for centuries, where it was prepared as a tea by simmering chunks of the dried sclerotium in hot water. It was valued in these traditions for its perceived health-supporting properties and was consumed as a daily beverage in some northern communities.
Mycelia vs. Sclerotium vs. Fruiting Body: In the functional mushroom supplement market, products may use different parts of the fungus: the sclerotium (the black external mass on the birch tree), the mycelia (the thread like fungal network), or the fruiting body (the reproductive structure, which in chaga's case is rarely seen and not typically used in supplements). This formula uses Inonotus obliquus mycelia as the source material for the extract.
Understanding the 4:1 Extract and QCE
This formula uses a 4:1 concentrated extract rather than raw dried chaga powder. Understanding the difference is important for evaluating potency and comparing products.
Raw Powder vs. Extract: Raw chaga powder is simply dried and ground chaga material. A chaga extract is produced by extracting the bioactive compounds from the raw material using water, alcohol, or a combination of both, then concentrating the extract. The extraction process concentrates the bioactive compounds and removes inert material such as indigestible chitin (the structural polysaccharide of fungal cell walls), resulting in a more concentrated and bioavailable product.
4:1 Concentration Ratio: A 4:1 extract means that 4 grams of raw chaga mycelia were used to produce 1 gram of extract. Each 900mg scoop of this formula therefore represents the bioactive compounds extracted from 3,600mg (3.6g) of raw chaga mycelia.
QCE (Quantity of Crude Equivalent): QCE is the Health Canada standardized notation for expressing the raw material equivalent of an extract. The QCE of 3.6g per scoop confirms that each serving is equivalent to 3.6g of crude (raw) chaga mycelia, providing a standardized basis for comparing extract potency across products.
Chaga's Bioactive Compounds
Chaga's antioxidant properties are attributed to a diverse range of bioactive compounds that accumulate in the fungal tissue during its growth on birch trees:
Melanin Complex: Chaga's distinctive jet black exterior is due to one of the richest natural concentrations of melanin found in any organism. Chaga melanin is a complex of melanin pigments and polyphenols that contributes significantly to its antioxidant activity. The melanin in chaga is produced by the fungus as a protective response to UV radiation and oxidative stress during its growth on the exposed exterior of birch trees. This melanin-polyphenol complex is one of chaga's most distinctive bioactive components and is not found in most other functional mushrooms.
Polysaccharides and Beta-Glucans: Like other medicinal fungi, chaga contains polysaccharides including beta glucans complex carbohydrates found in fungal cell walls. Beta-glucans are among the most studied bioactive compounds in medicinal mushrooms and are associated with the antioxidant and health-supporting properties of functional mushroom supplements.
Betulinic Acid and Betulin: Uniquely among functional mushrooms, chaga accumulates betulinic acid and betulin triterpenoid compounds derived from the birch tree host. As chaga grows within and on birch bark, it absorbs and biotransforms betulin (a major component of birch bark) into betulinic acid and related compounds. These birch derived triterpenoids are unique to birch grown chaga and are not found in chaga grown on other substrates or in laboratory cultivated chaga that has not grown on birch. They contribute to chaga's distinctive bioactive profile.
Inotodiol and Lanosterol: Chaga also contains inotodiol and lanosterol, lanostane type triterpenoids that are characteristic of Inonotus obliquus and contribute to its bioactive profile.
Polyphenols: Chaga contains a range of polyphenolic antioxidants including flavonoids and phenolic acids that contribute to its overall antioxidant capacity alongside the melanin complex.
Powder Format: Versatility and Convenience
Unlike capsule based chaga supplements, this extract powder format offers versatility in how it can be consumed:
• Coffee: Add one scoop to your morning coffee for an earthy, slightly bitter flavour that complements dark roast coffee naturally
• Tea: Dissolve in hot water or add to herbal tea consistent with the traditional preparation of chaga as a hot beverage
• Smoothies: Blend into fruit or vegetable smoothies
• Hot chocolate or other beverages: Mix into any hot or cold beverage
Chaga has a naturally earthy, slightly bitter, mildly vanilla like flavour profile that is generally well tolerated in beverages. The extract powder dissolves readily in hot liquids.
Understanding the Dosage
Chaga Mushroom (Inonotus obliquus, mycelia), 4:1 extract: 900mg per scoop (QCE 3.6g)
Suggested Use: As directed by a healthcare practitioner
Servings per Container: 33
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: None pure chaga extract powder
Consult your healthcare provider to determine the appropriate dosage and duration of use for your individual needs.
Who May Consider This Product
• Individuals seeking antioxidant support from a traditionally used functional mushroom
• Those interested in the traditional herbal medicine use of chaga from northern traditions
• People wanting a pure, no-filler chaga extract powder without capsules
• Those wanting a versatile powder format for adding to coffee, tea, or smoothies
• Individuals interested in the unique bioactive profile of birch-grown chaga including betulinic acid and melanin complex
• Vegans and vegetarians
• Those seeking a Health Canada approved, Canadian-made chaga supplement
Quality and Purity
• Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976)
• 900mg chaga mycelia extract per scoop (4:1, QCE 3.6g)
• Pure extract powder no fillers, no additives, no artificial flavours
• 33 servings per container
• Made in Canada in a quality controlled facility
• 100% vegan and non-GMO
• Gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption. Do not use a wet scoop. Chaga extract powder is hygroscopic and will absorb moisture from the air if left exposed, which can cause clumping.
Safety Information
Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medications (particularly blood thinners such as warfarin, or medications for diabetes), or have a medical condition including autoimmune conditions or kidney disease. Chaga contains oxalates; individuals with a history of kidney stones (particularly calcium oxalate stones) should consult a healthcare provider before use. Chaga may have mild anticoagulant properties; individuals taking blood-thinning medications should consult a healthcare provider before use. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Keep out of reach of children.
This product is approved by Health Canada (NPN 80121976).
About Chaga Mushroom 4X Extract Powder | Inonotus obliquus | Source of Antioxidants
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a parasitic fungus that grows on birch trees in cold northern climates including Canada, Russia, and Scandinavia, where it has been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries. Its distinctive black exterior is due to one of the richest natural concentrations of melanin found in any organism, alongside polysaccharides, beta glucans, and birch derived triterpenoids including betulinic acid and betulin that are unique to birch-grown chaga. This formula delivers 900mg of chaga mycelia extract per scoop as a 4:1 concentrated extract (QCE 3.6g), equivalent to 3,600mg of raw chaga mycelia per serving, in a pure powder format with no fillers or additives. Health Canada approved (NPN 80121976) as a source of antioxidants and for traditional herbal medicine use. 100% vegan and made in Canada in a quality controlled facility.
Canadian-Made
Lab-Tested
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