Mushroom Coffee is the latest health trend that marries all your favorite aspects of drinking regular coffee with medicinal mushrooms’ many health benefits. This tasty beverage boasts similar caffeine levels as black coffee while having lower acidity, making it an ideal solution for stomach discomfort such as acid reflux. Studies on medicinal mushrooms such as Chaga, Shiitake, Turkey Tail and Cordyceps have been conducted that demonstrate their potential to boost energy, reduce stress levels, improve sleep quality and boost brain function while providing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant support.

Mushroom coffee ingredients vary, but most versions combine medicinal mushrooms with coffee grounds or coffee-like powder, flavor enhancers, and bases such as coconut milk, MCT oil, cacao or cinnamon as a base. Although mushroom coffee typically contains less caffeine than traditional black coffee does, those suffering from acid reflux should avoid it due to potential acid reflux side effects.

Though marketed for their numerous health benefits, there isn’t evidence supporting their efficacy. Czerwony suggests drinking whole mushrooms instead, which will have greater positive effects than any concentrated extract in a beverage form. Ginger tea has long been proven effective at relieving nausea and indigestion symptoms.

There are also natural antacid supplements that may help manage symptoms, though Czerwony warns against taking any dietary supplements without first consulting a physician. People suffering from chronic reflux should especially be wary when taking antacids as some can have adverse interactions with medications and supplements they are currently taking.

One simple way to reduce the acidity of homemade mushroom coffee is to add a pinch of baking soda directly into the grounds prior to brewing. Baking soda’s natural alkalinity helps balance acidic substances, helping prevent acid reflux. You could also incorporate crushed egg shells for similar results.

Czerwony recommends choosing decaf coffee as an acid reflux-friendly option; she notes that even decaf contains moderate levels of caffeine, making it wise for anyone struggling with acid reflux to limit their caffeine consumption.