Siberian Green
Authentic Siberian Wild Cherry Powder — 300g
- ✓ Wild harvested from the Altai region, Siberia
- ✓ Raw and unprocessed — preserves heat-sensitive polyphenols
- ✓ Gluten free, natural harvest
- ✓ Rich in anthocyanins and anti-inflammatory polyphenols
- ✓ 300g pack — larger supply than most comparable powders
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⚠ Currently available on Amazon.co.uk only — not available on Amazon.co.uk at this time.
Why We Recommend It
Cherry is one of the few fruits with a direct published association with Akkermansia increases in gut model research, and it works through a different polyphenol pathway to pomegranate — which means using both together is genuinely additive rather than redundant. The anthocyanins in cherry are particularly noted for their anti-inflammatory properties, which complement Akkermansia's role in maintaining gut barrier integrity.
Siberian Green's product stands out for sourcing from the Altai region — wild cherries from this area have a higher polyphenol concentration than cultivated varieties, and the raw processing preserves heat-sensitive compounds that are typically degraded in cooked or commercially processed cherry products. The 300g pack also offers reasonable value per gram compared to similar specialist powders.
This pairs naturally with the blueberry powder and peel powder in yogurt or a smoothie. All three work through complementary mechanisms — ellagitannins (peel powder), anthocyanins from berry (blueberry), and anthocyanins plus unique cherry polyphenols (this product). See the Akkermansia Bowl recipe in our Boost Akkermansia guide for a practical daily use case.
What’s in It
Ingredient: 100% wild Siberian cherry powder (Prunus avium / wild variety). Raw, natural harvest. No additives, fillers, or preservatives.
Key bioactives:
- Anthocyanins — primary polyphenol. Reach the colon intact, lower local pH, support Akkermansia and suppress competing opportunistic bacteria.
- Quercetin — flavonoid with strong anti-inflammatory properties. Supports the Akkermansia ecosystem by reducing inflammatory cytokines that stress the gut barrier.
- Chlorogenic acid — polyphenol found in cherries with prebiotic properties and emerging microbiome research.
- Melatonin precursors — cherries are one of the few dietary sources of melatonin. While primarily associated with sleep, melatonin also has direct gut barrier protective effects.
Raw processing: The powder is cold-processed from whole wild cherries without heat treatment. This preserves the anthocyanin and quercetin content that is typically lost during cooking or pasteurisation.
Pros & Cons
✓ What’s Good
- Wild sourced from Altai region — higher polyphenol concentration than cultivated cherry varieties
- Raw and unprocessed — heat-sensitive polyphenols preserved
- 300g pack — good supply at a reasonable per-gram cost compared to similar specialist powders
- Gluten free — clean, no additives
- Complements peel powder and blueberry — different polyphenol profile means genuinely additive benefit when stacked
⚠ Worth Knowing
- 114 reviews — smaller review sample than the blueberry powder. Rating of 4.4 is solid but less deeply validated
- Available on Amazon.co.uk — the most expensive of the three powders per pack, though competitive on a per-gram basis
- Strong flavour — wild Siberian cherry has an intense, slightly tart flavour. Works well mixed into yogurt or a smoothie, less so taken in water alone
Product Specifications
- BrandSiberian Green
- ProductAuthentic Siberian Wild Cherry Powder
- Pack size300g
- SourceWild harvested, Altai region, Siberia
- ProcessingRaw, cold-processed — no heat treatment
- Key bioactivesAnthocyanins, quercetin, chlorogenic acid
- Gluten freeYes
- AdditivesNone
- Suggested use1 tbsp in yogurt, smoothie, or food daily
- Rating4.4 / 5 (114 reviews, Amazon.co.uk)
- PriceSee Amazon.co.uk for current price
- Where to buyAmazon.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Cherries are rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols that reach the colon largely intact and create conditions that favour Akkermansia muciniphila. Research using a simulated human intestinal model has shown direct associations between cherry-derived polyphenols and Akkermansia increases, working through a different pathway to pomegranate ellagitannins.
Wild cherries from the Altai region have a higher polyphenol concentration than cultivated varieties, with a stronger and broader anthocyanin profile. The raw, unprocessed nature of this powder preserves heat-sensitive polyphenols that are typically degraded in processed or cooked cherry products — including most commercial cherry juices and jams.
Yes — this is the recommended approach. The three work through complementary mechanisms: pomegranate peel provides ellagitannins that directly stimulate Akkermansia; blueberry and cherry provide anthocyanins that lower colonic pH and suppress competitors. Combining them in a yogurt base with cacao and honey is a simple and effective daily protocol. See the Akkermansia Bowl recipe in our Boost Akkermansia guide.
