Chaga
Inonotus obliquus•Mushroom
Origin
Siberia / Northern Hemisphere
Energetics
Protection
Time
Daily
Intensity
Gentle
A charcoal-like fungus growing on birch trees, packed with antioxidants and melanin.
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Vitality & Strength
The king of antioxidants for deep cellular protection and immunity.
Siberia
Khanty people used it to survive strict winters and improve digestion.
Tsar Valdimir
Used Chaga to treat his lip tumor in the 12th century.
King of Mushrooms.
Modern Approach
The highest ORAC (Antioxidant) score of any natural food.
Aroma
Taste
Body
Mind
Ways to work with this plant
Coffee Sub
The earthy, vanilla flavor makes an excellent coffee alternative.
Skin Health
High melanin content supports skin protection from sun and aging.
Gut Soother
Historically used to comfort digestive ulcers and inflammation.