A recent health beverage trend involves mixing coffee with mushroom extracts such as reishi, chaga, cordyceps and turkey tail in order to provide focus and warmth while increasing immunity and cell support.

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) medicinal mushrooms contain powerful antioxidants that provide protection from cell damage and premature aging, as well as encouraging healthy digestion and strengthening immunity via the gut-brain axis.

Mushrooms like Reishi and Chaga possess powerful anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce inflammation throughout your body, balance blood sugar levels and decrease heart disease risks. Furthermore, these mushrooms contain nutrients such as polysaccharides which promote beneficial bacteria in your digestive system.

According to research, mushrooms such as reishi and chaga may help contribute to weight loss. Reishi in particular has been found to promote immune system health while increasing energy levels; while chaga has been found to improve cholesterol levels while lowering heart disease risk.

Cold brew coffee contains prebiotics that may help you cultivate good bacteria in your gut and ease any stress on the stomach that regular coffee causes. Furthermore, mushroom coffee’s less acidic nature makes it less likely to trigger digestive issues such as acid reflux. Cold brew can also provide many other health benefits and should be considered an alternative option when selecting coffee beverages for consumption.