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How to Make Mushroom Tea
Fungus infusion is not only a delicious beverage to sip during hot summer days, but it is also an ideal remedy to help combat winter cold. Mushroom tea has many health benefits including increased immunity, decreased stress levels, regulated blood pressure levels, digestive support benefits and increasing energy levels. Furthermore, mushrooms tea may help alleviate fatigue and depression symptoms by improving circulation while providing an overall sense of well being.
Each mushroom species offers unique health benefits when made into tea, such as Reishi’s adaptogenic effect that may ease stress and promote sleep, Chaga’s antioxidant powers have been demonstrated to protect cells against damage while improving cognitive performance, Lion’s Mane is known to stimulate brain cell growth while providing mental clarity, while Cordyceps is often touted for providing natural energy boosts.
Making mushroom tea generally involves decocting mushrooms for 20-30 minutes in hot water and decocting. The infusion will have an earthy flavor depending on which mushrooms or combinations of mushrooms you use for your infusion, with Reishi offering woody bitter notes while Chaga provides stronger mineral overtones.
Reishi, Chaga and Lion’s Mane mushrooms are some of the most widely consumed varieties for mushroom tea use; however, many people also choose to blend various kinds together to achieve maximum benefits from mushroom infusion. One such blend combines adaptogens like Reishi and Ashwagandha with energy-boosting Cordyceps mushrooms for maximum effectiveness.
Chaga and Lion’s Mane mushrooms provide a refreshing energy boost while providing mental clarity and focus enhancement, making these mushrooms perfect for creating a tea that promotes productivity during a hectic workday.