Mushrooms have recently become a topic of much discussion within the health and wellness world. From increasing energy levels to curbing cancer tumors, mushroom consumption offers many health and wellbeing advantages. One popular way of including mushrooms into one’s diet is mushroom tea; not only does it taste delicious but it provides an easy-to-drink way to increase antioxidants and adaptogens into the body quickly – though sometimes it may take up to an hour or longer before its effects appear; knowing exactly when or how much of a certain type of mushroom will have an impact is tricky business!

Mushroom consumption typically involves taking capsules, but an increasing trend among consumers is to make their own mushroom tea. Often this involves mixing various types of mushrooms together to achieve specific effects; for instance chaga mushroom tea might help relieve stress and anxiety while cordyceps tea may offer energy boost for athletes or busy professionals. There are countless variations available; each with unique healing properties.

As one of the key advantages of making your own mushroom tea, you have more control over its dosage. Even using as little as 1 gram of mushrooms should provide more subdued effects without “psychedelic” visuals; but ultimately this decision lies with you and how your body responds. Furthermore, liquid delivery allows quicker absorption into your intestines than pills alone.

Reishi, Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps mushrooms are frequently included in such teas to provide adaptogenic benefits, or promote health in both body and mind. Reishi can reduce stress and anxiety while Lion’s Mane may elevate mood and increase focus; Cordyceps has the added bonus of increasing oxygen flow to both brain and heart, and is often included as part of sports performance teas.

At most natural food stores, mushroom tea can be found already made. But you can easily make your own mushroom tea at home! Simply boil some water and mix in an appropriate amount of mushroom powder into the mix – heating to between 71-72 degrees Celsius is optimal to ensure adaptogenic qualities are preserved and for proper digestive absorption into your system.

Once the tea is prepared, either strain it through a sieve or leave it as is in your mug for a hot drink. Or add mushrooms powder as an ingredient in juices and shakes; or even use as a topping on breakfast oatmeal!

Keep in mind that once you have made tea, it should be stored in the refrigerator as it will quickly spoil if left out on the counter for too long. Furthermore, keep in mind that liquid components cause it to spoil faster.