Mushroom coffee is a blend of traditional coffee mixed with medicinal mushroom extracts such as chaga, reishi, cordyceps and lion’s mane to provide adaptogenic properties that help the body manage stress and promote relaxation. They contain many essential nutrients including polysaccharides, proteoglycans and beta-glucans; Reishi has proven particularly helpful as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent that has also been shown to decrease cortisol levels while improving sleep quality.

Reishi coffee contains significantly less caffeine than its traditional counterpart, making it more suitable for individuals who are sensitive to caffeine or who need help sleeping better. However, it is essential to check the label for potential warnings or side effects; in particular, blood thinners may interact with reishi and decrease clotting times significantly; thus it is recommended to refrain from drinking it prior to surgery.