Medicinal mushrooms have long been used as an effective solution to many conditions. Mushroom coffee combines dried mushrooms such as chaga, lion’s mane and reishi with regular coffee beans to offer potential health benefits such as reduced inflammation and immune stimulation. While mushroom coffee is becoming more mainstream, not everyone is ready to abandon their beloved cup of joe; making mushroom coffee at home allows for customization and the chance to experiment with various combinations of ingredients.

Though coffee has long been proven to promote heart health, reduce cancer risks, and boost mental wellness, its effect may be further amplified when combined with mushroom extracts. Unfortunately, commercial mushroom coffee products don’t reveal the dosage per serving and it is difficult to know how much each nutrient contributes. Although preclinical research supports some medicinal properties found within mushroom extracts for coffee consumption, additional human studies are necessary in order to validate them on our bodies.

Coffee often includes mushrooms such as cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis), chaga (Inonotus obliquus), reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), and turkey tail (Trametes versicolor), all known for their anti-inflammatory, immunity boosting, antioxidant properties. Chaga may help combat oxidative stress by neutralizing free radicals while its polysaccharides may boost your immune system.

Not only are mushrooms rich in anti-inflammatory properties, they’re also packed with essential vitamins and minerals that can lower cholesterol, protect against certain cancers and chronic diseases, as well as provide other advantages that are unique to each mushroom – while some benefits can even apply across all of them!

Proponents of mushroom coffee claim that the adaptogens found in mushrooms can help lower cortisol levels, an indicator of stress, and improve sleep quality. Furthermore, mushroom coffee may strengthen your natural anti-inflammatory response by increasing glycerol production and reducing oxidative stress levels in the body.

As with any new product, mushroom coffee may not be right for everyone. People with digestive or immune issues should proceed carefully as mushrooms may exacerbate existing symptoms or increase kidney stone risk. Furthermore, its high oxalates content in chaga may lead to increased risks of kidney stones; as a result, it’s wise to experiment at home first before committing to regular bottles from retailers; it is recommended starting small amounts first in order to assess how your body reacts before finding the most beneficial combination for yourself to achieve maximum effectiveness.