Mushroom tea has gained widespread attention over the last year for its health-enhancing benefits. Mushroom tea is made by steeping dried mushrooms like reishi, chaga and shiitake in hot water for several minutes before drinking it as an herbal remedy against chronic fatigue, insomnia, stress and even cancer. Mushroom tea also boasts anti-ageing and immune-enhancing properties; to maximize these advantages it should be consumed regularly.

However, how one prepares tea can have an enormous effect on its effectiveness and benefits. Finding an optimal recipe to suit each individual can be challenging due to all of the different kinds of mushrooms with varied effects on body. In this article we’ll show how best to brew mushroom tea for maximum effectiveness by minimizing physical strain while getting maximum benefit out of each sip.

As opposed to many supplements, mushroom tea requires consistent consumption in order to experience its health-promoting benefits. This is due to the time-sensitive absorption process of mushroom nutrients into our bodies when taken as pills, tinctures or tea bags; hence it is imperative that regularity in drinking the tea be established for maximum benefits.

One of the easiest ways to make mushroom tea is by boiling some filtered or spring water and adding dried herbs and mushrooms, then letting the tea brew for some time before serving. For added flavor, you could try adding cinnamon sticks, ginger slices or other spices while you boil.

An easy and quick way of creating mushroom tea is combining various varieties and strains together. For instance, some people might combine reishi with cordyceps in order to produce an energy-boosting and relaxing yet focused and focused mental tea; or use lion’s mane and cordyceps together in order to achieve mental clarity and focus. There are endless combinations possible – your creativity will surely create something deliciously stimulating!

Some types of mushroom tea contain chicory, which can act as a digestive stimulant and cause gas and belly bloating in some people, especially if they are allergic to pollen or ragweed; be mindful of how much chicory is in your tea and don’t take chicory while pregnant or breastfeeding, at risk for kidney stones or pregnant.

Substituting coffee for mushroom chai may seem like an uphill struggle for coffee drinkers, but its potential benefits could make the switch worth your while. Just remember to speak to your healthcare provider prior to beginning any new supplements or herb regimen, including using mushroom tea while taking blood thinners or while pregnant or breastfeeding.