Chaga tincture has several benefits, that why it is one of the popular extracts. It helps boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, and fight cancer. Making a chaga tincture at home isn’t really difficult to make. You just need a few materials, which can be found at your home, and of course, a chaga mushroom.
What are the Benefits of Chaga Tinctures
According to National Library of Medicine chaga mushroom, which is the primary ingredient of chaga tinctures, is used for traditional and medicinal application. Chaga tinctures come with several benefits aside from what we’ve mentioned above. There are also some benefits of chaga tincture:
- Helps to lower blood sugar
- Protect the body from cancer
- Helps to lower cholesterol levels
- Fights against breast cancer
- Offers anti-aging benefits
Chaga Tincture Recipe
Here are some ingredients and materials that you can make at home using powdered chaga.
- 1 cup dried chaga chunks (or ¾ cup chaga powder)
- 2 cups 80–100 proof vodka (or other grain alcohol)
- 2 cups filtered water
- 1 glass jar with a tight lid (16 oz or larger)
- 1 small saucepan
- Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
- 1 dark glass dropper bottle (for storage
Additionally, there are two methods for creating a chaga tincture:
- Hot water extraction
- Alcohol extraction
Creating a Chaga Tincture
- Hot Water Extraction Method
- Gather your material like jar, powdered chaga or chaga chunks, and water.
- Bring the water and add chaga powder to a simmer and keep it in low heat for about 1-2 hours.
- After 1-2 hours, remove the pot from the heat and wait until 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, strain the chaga liquid using a mesh strainer to remove any chunks.
- That’s it, you can now use your chaga liquid extract
- Alcohol Extract Method
- Gather your water extract, alcohol, jar, chaga powder or chaga chunks, and container.
- Put your chaga powder or chunks and alcohol in a clean container or jar.
- Seal the container and place it in a dry place for about 14 days.
- After 14 days, strain the chaga liquid using a clean mesh strainer into a clean container.
- That’s it, now you have a chaga tincture using alcohol extract.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS):
Can I Take Chaga Tincture with Other Supplements?
Yes. But, if you are undergoing certain medication, we recommend consulting a doctor before taking the chaga tincture.
How much chaga tincture can I take per day?
Before using chaga tincture, we highly recommend consulting your doctor. For daily intake, you can start with a small dose or 1 teaspoon and add it to your coffee or juice once a day.
What are the side effects of chaga tincture?
If you have any allergies or scheduled surgery, we recommend not taking chaga, as it might trigger your allergies or might result in bleeding if you have undergone surgery.
What’s the difference between chaga tincture and chaga tea?
Both of them came from the chaga mushroom, but they have some differences. Chaga tea is best consumed within 24 hours, while chaga tincture can be consumed longer and might last up to 2 years if placed in a cool, dry place.
