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Can Reishi Cold Brew Coffee Improve Gut Health?
Mushroom coffee is a blend of functional mushrooms and coffee beans. Common examples include Lion’s Mane, Chaga, Reishi, Cordyceps and Turkey Tail mushrooms as ingredients in mushroom beverages, with lower acidity levels than regular coffee beverages. Although studies have not shown reduction of bloating or acid reflux or weight loss through mushroom coffee consumption alone, its combination of caffeine and prebiotics from mushrooms like Lion’s Mane, Chaga Reishi Cordyceps Turkey Tail may offer mild cognitive benefits while increasing energy levels and strengthening immunity as compared with traditional coffee drinks.
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) mushrooms are thought to bolster immunity and combat stress and fatigue. A 2023 Foods study led by National Taiwan University researchers demonstrated this by finding people taking Reishi extract for 84 days had healthier immune cells and higher antibody levels – not only that but the Reishi Maple and Sea Salt Mocha cold brews contain Reishi which may also help with depression, hair loss, hot flashes and symptoms of menopause! Maca root, an edible plant native to Peru which contains phytonutrients thought to bolster melanin production which helps fight inflammation as well as sun damage protection against sun damage and signs of sun damage/aging!

