Frequently Asked Questions About Chaga
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Chaga products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare professional before use.
What does a real Siberian chaga mushroom look like?
Why is Siberian chaga considered different from other regions of Russia or other countries?
Chaga’s composition can vary by region and growing conditions. Harvesters often seek cold climates and clean habitats. We source from remote areas of Siberia, far from cities and industry, where birch forests and harsh winters create the conditions valued by traditional foragers.
Is chaga tea the same as your chaga extract?
Chaga “tea” uses dried/ground mushroom and does not fully dissolve. Extract is produced via hot-water extraction and freeze-drying (lyophilization), creating a water-soluble powder with concentrated compounds. If you want a simple daily drink, extract is more convenient—just dissolve and stir.
For a prep walkthrough, watch our short guide on YouTube.
I still don’t understand what chaga extract is. Is it just finely ground chaga? How is it made?
It isn’t just ground raw chaga. We perform hot-water extraction in controlled conditions, then freeze-dry the concentrate into a soluble powder. This process yields a consistent, easy-to-use extract. One kilogram of extract typically requires much more raw chaga; the powdered form lets you dose to taste and use it at home or work without brewing.
Our production method includes proprietary steps that help us deliver consistent quality.
Is chaga extract safe?
We harvest in remote, ecologically clean regions of Siberia and conduct quality checks. Always follow label directions. If you are pregnant or nursing, have a medical condition, or take medications, consult your healthcare professional before use.
Can I eat dried chaga ground into powder?
Raw chaga isn’t typically consumed directly. Traditional use involves hot-water preparation or using an extract. The extraction step helps make chaga’s compounds available for use in a beverage.
What does research say about chaga?
Research explores chaga’s antioxidant profile and other bioactive components. Evidence in humans is still developing, and chaga products are not medicines. If you’re considering chaga for a health goal, talk to a qualified clinician.
Some general-interest reading can be found in academic databases; for example, CyberLeninka hosts Russian-language summaries. (We do not endorse specific studies.)
Can you provide a Certificate of Analysis for your chaga extract?
Yes — document samples are published here.
Where do you source your chaga?
We harvest from pristine taiga forests in Eastern Siberia — including the Altai area, Irkutsk region, Tomsk region, and Khabarovsk region — focusing on remote, clean environments far from industry.
Is your chaga wild-harvested or cultivated?
Our chaga is exclusively hand-harvested from wild birch trees.
How can I order and pay?
Order via our online shop. We accept PayPal and major credit cards. Global shipping is available.
Do you offer wholesale chaga?
Yes — wholesale starts at a minimum of 20 kg. Contact us for pricing and terms.