Give yourself an extra healthy start in the morning with this mushroom coffee smoothie, packed full of antioxidants, fiber, potassium and focused energy!

Mix together chia seeds, milk of your choice, Ryze powder and honey until fully blended and store in the fridge to thicken for an enjoyable earthy breakfast experience!

Lion’s Mane Mushroom

Lion’s Mane mushrooms (Hericium erinaceus) can be found both fresh and dried at most grocery stores, often sporting an appearance resembling a bearded hedgehog and known for their cognitive-enhancing properties. This mushroom contains compounds which stimulate nerve growth factor which has been shown to benefit brain health.

This mushroom is frequently used as food and is particularly enjoyable when slowly sauteed in butter with garlic and thyme for maximum flavor. Additionally, raw forms may also be enjoyed; its delicate texture and sweet flavor have often been described as lobster-like. Finally, its versatility means it makes an excellent ingredient when added into soups and stews.

Small clinical trials have demonstrated this mushroom’s mild anti-depressant effects. Lab research also indicated it has nerve regenerative and antimicrobial properties as well as being antibacterial.

Lion’s mane mushrooms are widely available as supplements, and can be taken in capsule form, liquid supplements or powdered form; or as pre-packed supplement tablets. Although generally well tolerated, for best results it’s wise to start out slowly increasing dosage until no adverse reactions arise; always consult a healthcare professional prior to starting any new supplement regime – especially if pregnant or breastfeeding.

Chaga Mushroom

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a parasitic black-or-brown fungus found growing on hardwood trees throughout the northern hemisphere, commonly found on Birch. Known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and adaptogenic properties; as well as supporting immunity function while potentially helping prevent tumors; betulinic acid, samarenin and flavonoids found within it also help reduce inflammation within the body.

Chaga is an exceptional superfood that promotes energy, endurance and vitality. With one of the highest ORAC scores of any food source available today – one of which being its ORAC score – chaga acts as a powerful antioxidant against cell damage caused by oxidative stress. Rich in minerals, vitamins, polysaccharides and more than 70 other bioactive substances it can easily be added to coffee, tea, tinctures or supplements for an instant energy boost!

This study revealed that chaga extract inhibits glycolysis and mitochondrial membrane potential in oral cancer cells, thus leading to their apoptosis. Furthermore, activation of MAPK/NF-kB signaling pathways resulted in autophagy and suppression of cell proliferation.

Chaga is an ingredient found in various mushroom products, such as coffee. To consume it easily, simply combine one tablespoon of powdered chaga with one cup of warm water until fully dissolved – this solution can then be enjoyed both hot and cold depending on your preference. Hobbs recommends drinking one 8-ounce mug a day as preventative medicine or three cups for therapeutic effects; alternatively you could blend into smoothies, teas, tinctures or capsules; it is even available as capsule form!

Reishi Mushroom

Reishi mushrooms have long been recognized for their ability to increase white blood cells (which fight infections and cancer) while improving immunity in healthy individuals. Reishi also helps promote relaxation and calmness, with many cancer patients finding relief through better sleep and reduced fatigue from using it. Reishi may reduce high cholesterol levels, blood pressure and triglycerides – acting as a natural antidepressant.

Reishi is generally safe when taken in large doses; no known side effects have been noted from using this herb. There may, however, be potential adverse reactions when combined with medications for high blood pressure or diabetes, low platelet counts or taking blood thinners; it might reduce the body’s ability to form blood clots and thus lead to bleeding problems; it should not be taken while pregnant or breastfeeding either.

Reishi mushrooms are rare and costly medicinal mushrooms, and quality matters immensely. An analysis by the United States Pharmacopeial Convention revealed that only five out of 19 US-sold reishi products contained compounds characteristic of real reishi; all other samples tested either contained mycelium on grains or weren’t genuine reishi at all. Nammex was approached by USP and given permission to submit three of their reishi products – including Reishi Mushroom Extract 15:1 (Fruiting Body) 30% Polysaccarinin- for testing by USP; all three passed. Nammex provided their Reishi Mushroom Extract 15:1 (Fruiting Body) 30% Polysaccarin.

Shiitake Mushroom

Shiitake mushrooms (pronounced shee-ta-kay) are an affordable grocery store variety with a savory, meaty flavor. When cooked, these versatile mushrooms can add depth and umami to soups, risottos, salads or even vegan mushroom burgers!

To maximize your harvest of shiitake mushrooms, gently clean them using damp paper toweling. Rinsing can cause them to absorb too much water and become chewy; to minimize food waste you could even save the tough woody stems for use in broths or soups!

These mushrooms are packed with antioxidants such as ergothioneine and selenium that help fight oxidative stress that leads to illness and decreased vitality. Shiitake mushrooms can improve liver function while simultaneously decreasing blood glucose levels.

Cooked shiitake mushrooms can be enjoyed as an individual snack or used to top savory dishes like chicken mushroom marsala and vegan mapo tofu. You can even use leftovers of these delicious mushrooms in making creamy mushroom risotto or a soul-warming bowl of vegan ramen – convenient weekday meal prep options that require little time in reheating either by skillet heating or microwave in 30 second increments!

Turkey Tail Mushroom

Turkey tail mushrooms are small bracket fungi that often grow on trees or dead wood in Europe and Asia, where they’re frequently consumed as food items and medicinally used. Turkey tail mushrooms boast many health benefits as a popular food item and immune booster due to high concentrations of polysaccharide and sterol compounds found within them which stimulate natural killer cell activity1. They’re often associated with their ability to promote natural killer cell activity due to the high level of polysaccharides that stimulate natural killer cell activity 1.

Turkey tail mushrooms offer another distinct advantage for cancerous tumor growth prevention: by strengthening immune system. As such, many cancer patients take turkey tail mushrooms during chemotherapy treatments as a dietary supplement to protect themselves.

Turkey tail mushrooms are known for both boosting immune systems and providing powerful antioxidant protection, with both phenolic acids and flavonoids helping to prevent oxidative stress in the body and fight diseases such as Alzheimer’s or cancer. Maintaining optimal levels of antioxidants is one of the keys to a long and healthy life, so be sure not to neglect this vital health investment!

Turkey tail mushrooms can also be found in numerous supplements, including teas and coffees. Many mushroom coffee brands include this superfood in their products as a means of improving both physical health and mental wellbeing; Four Sigmatic’s mushroom coffee specifically targets this goal to promote cognitive function and focus.

King Trumpet Mushroom

This vegetarian main or appetizer is easy to make and packed with flavor from succulent trumpet mushrooms! These garlicky soy-maple glazed trumpet mushrooms will surely be the star attraction at your next dinner event!

Find King Trumpet mushrooms (also referred to as French Horn mushrooms) at your local grocery store. Also referred to as French horn mushrooms, these oyster mushrooms belong to the Pleurotus genus and feature thick white stems with brown caps about one inch wide that offer meaty textures similar to scallops – making them an excellent replacement in recipes calling for seafood!

When purchasing mushrooms, look for ones with firm texture and an unblemished appearance, without signs of discoloration. Plumpness should also indicate freshness. Whenever possible, avoid purchasing past their prime mushrooms since these will often have more unpleasant flavors than desirable.

To prepare this recipe, heat a skillet over high heat and drizzle a drizzle of oil into it. When hot, place mushrooms into the skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side before moving them onto a baking sheet and roasting in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes while turning occasionally to ensure even cooking. Finish them off by topping with compound butter, scallions or chives as desired – or switch out for gluten-free miso paste instead!