Mushroom coffee, an exciting new product on the market, combines caffeine with powdered or pre-extracted mushrooms to produce an invigorating beverage. Mushrooms may provide various health benefits including anti-ageing properties and immunity support; many people also find they help increase focus and concentration without suffering a caffeine crash.

Reishi mushroom is an adaptogenic mushroom, meaning it helps the body adapt to stress and anxiety. Reishi may reduce inflammation in the body while stimulating pituitary gland to balance hormones. Reishi has also been found to strengthen heart functions which could benefit those suffering from high blood pressure or diabetes.

Cordyceps is another adaptogenic mushroom, used to increase energy levels and endurance by increasing oxygen levels in the body. It grows on both living and dead trees in Asia and is believed to increase endurance by providing more of this essential nutrient. Cordyceps is said to possess a sweet earthy flavor; when added to mushroom coffee blends with other types of chaga and turkey tail for maximum enjoyment!

Although mushroom coffee has its fans, there is no clinical proof of its efficacy. Some may experience bloating from taking mushroom coffee, and reishi is known to reduce blood sugar which could interfere with diabetic medications. People suffering from ulcers should avoid mushroom coffee due to the mushrooms exacerbating symptoms further. Furthermore, taking this fungus increases risk of bleeding with blood thinners; so only take it under medical supervision.