As the tea craze continues to expand with trends such as golden milk and detox tea, another tea trend has also gained prominence: mushroom tea. Unlike true Camellia sinensis teas, mushroom tea differs by being caffeine-free while containing medicinal mushrooms with healing properties infused into its mix – according to some people this could be more than simply good for you: it could transform both health and well-being!

Mushroom tea is a type of herbal infusion which combines edible mushrooms with green or black tea as the main base ingredient, purported to provide various health benefits, including supporting immunity and improving focus and concentration. Mushrooms contain numerous antioxidants and polysaccharides which may help improve our immunity against disease, giving mushroom tea its name.

Reishi mushroom, also known by its Chinese name Ganoderma lucidum, has long been prized for its healing properties and has been widely cultivated over thousands of years in China as Ganoderma lucidum. Reishi is thought to support immunity, boost energy levels and extend endurance while acting as an antidepressant and sleep aid. According to Chinese medicine it may even prevent age-related cognitive decline!

Cordyceps, turkey tail and chaga mushrooms are commonly used to craft this tea and are known for being powerful immune-supportive herbs with many potential health benefits, including aiding blood sugar regulation, reducing inflammation and increasing gut microbiome diversity – particularly with regard to cancer prevention. Chaga has even been linked to improving immunity during times of stress.

Although the health benefits of mushroom tea may be encouraging, it should be remembered that most scientific research conducted on them takes place in laboratory settings or with animal models; more human trials need to be completed before their validity can be verified.

One of the major risks of mushroom tea consumption is potential gastrointestinal discomfort. To mitigate any issues with mushroom tea and herbal infusions generally, starting off small and gradually increasing your dosage is recommended to ensure no irritation arises. Furthermore, be mindful that certain mushrooms (like Chaga ) contain high oxalates levels; so they may not be appropriate for those with kidney stone issues.

At the core, tea should fit your personal needs and tastes, creating an experience tailored to you and creating a routine that works. From earthy-spicy Reishi teas to soothing Chaga blends – there’s bound to be one just right for you.