Mushroom tea is an earthy, caffeine-free drink made of one or more edible mushroom varieties simmered in hot water until their medicinal and nutritional properties seep into the brew, creating an intoxicating experience. Though relatively novel in Western culture, Indigenous Siberians have used powdered chaga mushrooms in stews and soups as part of a health boost practice for centuries – adding powdered chaga powdered to stews to give their health an added boost.

Though mushroom tea varies depending on which variety (or blend) is used, in general its effects tend to be earthy and grounding, providing a sense of well-being and vitality. Furthermore, cordyceps tea is known for subtly stimulating body cells; with so many varieties available it’s possible to find unique benefits tailored specifically for you and your individual needs.

Reishi mushrooms are known for their immune-enhancing effects, helping your body fight off infections and offset oxidative stress. Lion’s mane mushrooms help with balancing nervous systems and maintaining proper energy levels while Chaga mushrooms provide natural detoxification of harmful toxins in your bloodstream.

Chaga mushrooms’ anti-inflammatory qualities help them alleviate symptoms associated with arthritis and other autoimmune conditions by controlling cytokine production that regulates inflammation.

Though most people can safely enjoy drinking mushroom tea, there are some precautions they should keep in mind before doing so. People taking blood-thinning medications should avoid drinking chaga tea; additionally, both reishi and chaga tea could increase your blood pressure so it is essential that before beginning to drink them it’s discussed with your physician first.

Other mushrooms that can be made into tea include turkey tail, shiitake, maitake and reishi mushrooms. Each has its own distinct taste and health profile; yet all provide crucial vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that support an active lifestyle and extend lifespan.

While mushroom tea offers many health advantages, to get maximum benefit it must be consumed on an ongoing basis. Be it capsule form, tincture or as a warm cup of tea; its healing effects are best achieved when taken regularly.