There’s an exciting new health trend sweeping the nation: mushroom coffee. According to experts, adaptogenic fungus offers numerous health benefits that range from improving brain function and immune support to relieving stress and managing blood sugar levels. Don’t worry about its taste – adding mushrooms complements the earthy notes found in most caffeinated beverages perfectly!

Cordyceps, chaga and lion’s mane mushrooms are among the most frequently combined with coffee as additives, though there are numerous others available for consideration. Most varieties come pre-packaged in individual-serving plastic packets for easy brewing at home.

These mushrooms, found at the base of deciduous trees in Asia and elsewhere, are widely recognized for their immune-enhancing capabilities. It’s said they help promote long-term health by increasing white blood cell production and decreasing inflammation; furthermore, they’re believed to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.

Fungi are known for containing polysaccharides called beta-glucan and triterpenes which have antimicrobial, antitumor, immunomodulatory, and hypertensive effects, according to Medicinal Mushrooms: A Clinical Guide. According to this book, these compounds may help treat cancer by impeding its ability to proliferate; additionally they reduce blood sugar and prevent plaque build-up within arteries thereby providing treatment against disease and atherosclerosis.

When shopping for mushroom powders, look for those made from powder harvested from fruiting bodies rather than mycelia as this will ensure greater concentrations of beneficial compounds.