Organic Chaga Mushroom Extract Powder

Our Chaga Mushroom Powders are made using a 8:1 dual extraction method for maximum potency and bioavailability. Let us explain why this is important to learn!

The bioactive compounds present in Chaga are trapped within the fungal cell wall. For our bodies to benefit from it, they need to be extracted. Dual Extraction is best for Chaga. Dual extraction using both water then alcohol is ideal for consumption affecting the bioavailability of beta-glucans and triterpenes.

Water extraction

When water is used as a solvent it is primarily done to extract beta-glucans and other polysaccharides. Beta-glucans are immunomodulating and anti-cancer compounds present in many medicinal mushrooms. Chaga also has high-antioxidant compounds like melanin that are extracted in water. Water extractions typically take place by heating the mushrooms in hot water for several hours. 

Alcohol extraction

Alcohol is important for the extraction process in Chaga because it removes medicinal compounds known as triterpenes. 

• Betulin is a triterpene that also occurs within the bark of Birch, Chagas host tree. It has been shown to have various anti-cancer properties. 
• Betulinic Acid is a triterpenoid derived from Betulin that is produced by the Chaga fungus. It has been shown to have a number of properties including being anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and a good source of antioxidants.
• Lupeol is another compound that is shown to have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.

Many mushroom powders mention extraction ratios. Some products mention 1:1 extraction while others mention 8:1. A 1:1 extraction means that the producer used 1 kg of mushroom to make 1 kg of the product. Likewise for 8:1 extraction. The higher ratio may not always suggest the potency of the product, especially for Chaga.
The extraction ratio does not necessarily represent the effectiveness of the extraction or the quality of the original materials. 

Sadly, it is a marketing strategy to sell inferior, cheaper non-extracted mushroom products.

We wrote an open letter here:
Don't Be Misled: Why Extraction Is Important

A high quality Chaga mushroom powder should be made from the whole fruiting body.

We want consumers to be cognisant of myceliated grain products that contain high amounts of grain or substrate filler. While they are still beneficial, more often than not, the mycelium mushroom product will need to be consumed at higher doses than pure fruiting-body products. 

Fruiting Body Must Be The Primary Component: Dr Noel’s Chaga mushroom Powder is made specifically only of the mushroom fruiting body. The fruiting body contains a higher concentration of the beneficial compounds like beta-glucans, as well as betulin, betulinic acid, and lupeol.

Some brands may advertise mycelium because it is cheaper and faster to produce compared to the fruiting body. Products where the primary component is mycelium, mycelium substrate, mycelial biomass, myceliated brown rice, or any other grains are often considered lower quality in comparison because of the substrate attached to it.

As an Australian founded, owned, and operated business we love local produce. However, people are unaware that China is the birthplace of medicinal mushrooms and has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. It predates Western medicine and natural supplements, long before Chaga mushroom powders made it to Australian shelves and used as dietary supplements in Western Cultures.

There is frequent discussion about the quality of health foods and supplements coming from China. Yes, some main cities of China have high rates of air pollution which is not ideal for soil quality, but this does not mean Chinese medicinal mushroom products are low quality. In fact, it is quite the opposite. The anti-Chinese sentiment around medicinal mushrooms is quite contradictory to its medicinal historical Chinese roots. Unfortunately, this sentiment is a marketing ploy for some opportunistic brands to promote cheaper, inferior, locally grown products that can result in less bioavailability, impacting the reduction of the health benefits that medicinal mushrooms can truly offer.

China is the largest producer of organic medicinal mushrooms in the world. The highest quality Chaga mushrooms are grown in the rural mountain areas of China – away from polluted areas. This is where our Chaga mushrooms are wild grown one white birch trees.

With over 30 years of research and usage, our organic farm and lab in rural China has some of the most potent medicinal mushroom products in the global market, and also has one of the most sophisticated extraction labs in the world.

Our Chaga Mushrooms are Dao Di (also known as Di Dao or Di Tao in the Western world) which signifies that it is grown in its authentic and traditional environment, ensuring maximum potency and efficacy.

The term Dao Di lacks a perfect English translation but combines 'Dao,' originally used for districts in ancient China, and 'Di,' relating to soil and geography, roughly translating to geo-authentic.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Dao Di herbs are celebrated for their superior quality and therapeutic effects. Historically, specific regions were recognized for producing the best medicinal herbs due to unique environmental conditions, traditional cultivation methods, and historical legacy.

Factors that contribute to Dao Di status include:

• Geographical Origin
  The herb must be grown in a region with the ideal soil, climate, and altitude.
• Traditional Cultivation
  Adherence to ancient methods of planting, harvesting, and processing.
• Purity and Potency
  Herbs are tested for their active compounds to ensure they meet the highest standards.

Using Dao Di Chaga mushrooms ensures you are receiving a product that is authentic, potent, and of the highest quality, reflecting centuries of Chinese medicinal heritage.

Wild Chaga is considered superior because it naturally grows on specific host trees, forming a plant/fungal canker that contains high medicinal properties. Unlike cultivated Chaga, which is less medicinally active, wild Chaga is practically organic and often argued to be better. However, due to concerns about over-exploitation, it's recommended to choose sustainably harvested wild Chaga. Our powders are made from organic wild grown Chaga on birch trees, ensuring they are free from herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, and are USDA certified organic.

You can add Dr Noel's Chaga Mushroom Powder to your smoothies, coffee, tea, or any other beverage. It can also be mixed into soups, sauces, or sprinkled on your favourite dishes.

Yes, our Chaga Mushrooms and all our medicinal mushroom powders are fully certified organic meeting the highest standards around the world to assure you of the quality of our ingredients.

Each organic ingredient is extracted from areas that are clean and with temperatures that are the best for the mushrooms to grow organically better!

Yes, our Chaga Mushroom Powder are both gluten-free and vegan, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions.

Store the powder in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Make sure the container is tightly sealed to maintain its freshness and potency.

The recommended dosage is 1/ 4 -1/2 teaspoons (about 1-2 grams) per day. It's best to start with a smaller dose and gradually increase as needed.

Yes, Chaga Mushroom Powders are generally safe for long-term use. 

Rigorous testing protocols are undertaken at each stage in the preparation of Dr Noel’s Mushroom Powders. We test for: Heavy metals, Pesticide residues, Microbial contamination

However, if you have any medical conditions or are taking any medications, it's always best to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement.