Apothecary

Apothecary

Medicinal Mushroom {No2}

75g—

$38.00

Chaga

The King Mushroom

Ingredients—

chaga mushroom.

fruiting body extract.

wild crafted.

birch grown.

>10% beta-glucans.

certified organic.

Awaken.  Support.  Fortify

Active Benefits {}

  • Increased vitality and stamina
  • Improved immune function
  • Greater longevity

Chaga fortifies the immune system to activate, stimulate and regulate. As well as supercharging immunity, its' immunomodulatory effects are protective, and supportive to the whole body.

Revered as an elite antioxidant, Chaga supports the ageing process by repairing oxidative damage to cells, and improving vibrancy in our skin.

Tips & Use {}

To reap the benefits stir 1/2 - 1 tsp daily into a conscious creation of choice. Work up to 2 tsp.

FAQ's {}

FAQ's

What are medicinal mushrooms?

For thousands of years medicinal mushrooms have been highly revered in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a tool for longevity, immune support and life-force enhancement, utilised to deeply nourish and support vitality and vigour. Historically, these profound health tonics have been utilised and cultivated in Asia. These fungal organisms are categorised as basidiomycetes which are fungal organisms consisting of 3 main parts; a mycelium, a mushroom and the spore.

What part of the mushroom do we use?

We only use the fruiting body in our preparations. Essentially, this “fruiting body” is what many would recognise as the “mushroom”. Beneath the surface, an incredibly complex network of mycelium exist and thrive on the decaying organic material that they feed off. Through this web of mycelia, the fungus absorbs the nutrients from its surrounding environment, concentrating these nutrients into the fruiting body that you in turn, ingest. Most harvested mushrooms are commonly grown either on grain, resulting in high levels of starch and the dilution of medicinal compounds present, and/or the mycelium is used, not the fruiting body. This fruiting body is the only part that we harvest and use for preparation, as it has the highest medicinal activity; with scientific tests proving that the fruiting body is the most valuable part of the fungal organism due to the high levels of Beta Glucans (on average 30-40%). Comparatively, our extracts are extensively and rigorously tested, proving to be extremely high in active compounds (Beta-Glucans).

Why do we use farmed mushrooms?

Our mushrooms are grown exactly how nature and history has intended, ensuring a constant harmonious balance of light, temperature and humidity. This unique process sees the mushroom organism inoculated on highly nutritious, natural substances to produce mushrooms with the highest medicinal compounds; rich in nutrients and extremely potent. This cultivation method replicates the natural growing conditions that exist in the wild; for mushrooms, the most integral part of this process is the substrate material that mycelium decomposes and fruits upon. Wild harvested mushrooms, if medicinal properties can be validated, are a wonderful option however over harvesting has significantly affected biosphere.

Where are they grown?

The emphasis on harvesting tonic herbs in their state closest to how nature intended, is paramount at Orchard St. This is why we ensure our mushrooms are cultivated within fair-trade and sustainable farms in their native regions in China, where these communities have been growing and ingesting Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. As with everything we do, we aim to tread lightly on the planet, keeping as close to nature as can be. It is in this process that we ensure our mushroom’s are unadulterated, just as Mother Nature intended.

What active compounds exist in our medicinal mushrooms/what makes them medicinal?

Our medicinal mushrooms are potent and extremely rich in beta-glucans. Many vitamins don’t survive the trip to the digestive system, the nutrients being degraded by digestive enzymes. Beta-Glucans, however, do not deteriorate in the digestive tract, due to special beta-glucan receptor sites. This ensures that we are enriched and reap the full benefits the mushrooms; activating our immune system & increasing lymphocyte cell counts (NK cells, T-cells) as well as increase secondary metabolite; responsible modulating waste and toxin removal from the body, sustaining radiant health and cell function within the organs of the body.

What are Beta Glucans?

Also known as beta-d-glucans, these are a group of compounds found in the cell walls of medicinal mushrooms which confer the immune modulating. All Orchard St. mushroom powders contain scientifically tested amounts of beta-(1-3)(1-6)-glucans. Guaranteed.

How do I take them?

Mushrooms can be easily added to your daily routine; a ¼-1 tsp in your daily tea, coffee, elixir, smoothie, water or sprinkled into your favourite recipe. If you’re more partial to capsules, they can be consumed orally in an empty vegetable cellulose capsule.

Are they safe for everyone?

Mushrooms are one of the safest botanicals to elevate you and your family’s wellness. Though, as with all of our products, please seek medical advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. These powerful tonic herbs are designed to enhance your life experience, not to treat, cure or remedy.