Traditional coffee can be an energy boost, but its high caffeine levels can sometimes cause acid reflux or disturb sleeping patterns. Mushroom coffee offers an alternative that provides similar energy without upsetting stomachs or disrupting restfulness – and may contain prebiotics and other compounds to support gut health as well.

This combination is great for maintaining a healthy gut by increasing the ratio of beneficial bacteria to pathogens, strengthening gut lining and relieving inflammation and stress as it contains antioxidants. Furthermore, Reishi and Turkey Tail mushrooms contain b-glucans which promote production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that improve digestion while decreasing risk for intestinal inflammation.

Mushrooms also contain other compounds that can promote liver health, including phenolic compounds and ergothioneine – two powerful antioxidants which may reduce oxidative stress while protecting proteins and DNA from damage, and even decrease inflammation pathways that lead to liver damage such as NF-kB signalling.

However, pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their physician before consuming mushroom products as these could possibly alter blood glucose levels as well as interact with medications like blood thinners. As such, taking them together with diabetes medicines could potentially have detrimental effects. Furthermore, as they could trigger immune reactions in some individuals with autoimmune conditions and could even aggravate existing ones; pregnant or breastfeeding women must seek advice prior to making any decisions involving mushroom consumption.