Mushrooms have long been used in Eastern medicine to boost immunity, increase energy levels, promote health and increase longevity. Recently however, mushrooms have gained increasing attention as a dietary supplement in Western countries; one form is mushroom coffee: an innovative blend of traditional coffee mixed with medicinal mushrooms like chaga, reishi and cordyceps as well as adaptogenic herbs – natural substances which help manage stress without overstimulating normal functions – to produce a low-caffeine, low-jitter beverage which may help improve mental focus as well as sleep quality.

Reishi coffee ingredients vary by brand, but all contain high concentrations of polysaccharides; complex sugars that have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and cancer-fighting properties. They may even stimulate natural killer cells to target abnormal cells like cancerous ones. Reishi mushrooms also possess adaptogenic properties which may help manage stress by regulating cortisol levels while simultaneously encouraging relaxation and emotional balance in your body.

Reishi coffee is generally well tolerated; however, those sensitive to caffeine may experience an upset stomach or dry mouth. It’s important to read product labels closely for accurate dosage information and extract content (listed as percentage of total product). The highest-grade reishi coffee products utilize mushroom powder from fruiting bodies rather than mycelium grown on grain as this has higher concentrations of polysaccharides that give its unique properties.