Monterey Club Chaga Powder Organic 113G

Chaga is an unusual species of parasitic mushroom found growing from the bark of birch trees in cooler climates of the world, including Russia, Poland, Siberia and northwestern North America. When it comes to mushrooms, the fruit body has several benefits, but there are also several benefits to mycelium, and the combination is highly complementary. This is why our organic mushrooms are a full-spectrum product, containing the benefits of fruit body and mycelium. Due to its bitter compounds, it is not generally eaten fresh as many other fungi, but organic chaga mushroom powder is used in the supplement and tea industries. Our organic chaga mushroom powder may also be tinctured or made into extracts.

a.
quick look

information at a glance

origin	USA
active compounds	Polysaccharides, triterpenoids, polyphenols, melanin, fiber, protein, B vitamins
beta-glucan content	≥25%
plant part used	fruit
processing	powder

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tips	Keep in a tightly-sealed container away from direct light, heat and moisture.
appearance & aroma	Dark powder with a pleasant, earthy, slightly sweet aroma.
flavor profile	Chaga mushroom is quite bitter tasting, so it’s usually combined with other ingredients when used in teas, coffees and other hot beverages. It is often paired with chicory root and Ashwagandha.

c.
uses

try something new

cosmetic	In some Baltic countries, organic chaga mushroom powder is traditionally used to make antibacterial soap. It may also be infused in oil for making salves.
culinary	In addition to hot beverages, organic chaga mushroom powder may be combined with citrus juice and spirits in cocktails (or sparkling soda in mocktails). The powder is also an excellent addition to savory soups, stews and stir-fries.
wellness	In addition to hot beverages, organic chaga mushroom powder may be combined with citrus juice and spirits in cocktails (or sparkling soda in mocktails). The powder is also an excellent addition to savory soups, stews and stir-fries.
industrial	Organic chaga mushroom powder is used in the herbal tea and specialty coffee markets as well as the pharmaceutical industry.
safety	Due to an increased risk of bleeding, use with caution and medical supervision of you take antiplatelet or anticoagulant agents such as  . Chaga mushroom may also increase the effects of hypoglycemic medications.