Reishi mushroom powder may have made an appearance in wellness magazines recently, alongside kale and wheatgrass. Reishi is said to help combat stress, fatigue and anxiety while increasing immunity and prolonging longevity.

Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) have long been used in Asian traditional medicine to treat various illnesses. Reishi is considered an adaptogen and has been shown to promote homeostatic balance; increasing white blood cells while having anti-inflammatory properties; it contains beta-glucans and polysaccharides which contribute to maintaining an effective immune system by strengthening phagocytes and killer cells as well as increasing both cellular immunity and humoral immunity.

Mushrooms are an excellent source of protein, with their mild flavor making them the perfect complement to coffee. In addition, mushrooms contain magnesium that can reduce stress and improve sleep quality as well as L-tryptophan, an amino acid known to enhance mood as well as support an overall healthy immune system.

Reishi coffee is made by mixing reishi mushroom powder with ground or instant coffee, typically containing less caffeine than its traditional counterparts, making it an excellent option for people with sensitive digestive systems. You can mix this into hot water or smoothie, or stir into chia seed pudding made with cordyceps extract for an amazing nutritional snack or dessert. When making Reishi coffee it is important to use cold water or organic decaffeinated coffee because higher temperatures can destroy some beneficial nutrients that aid in its creation.