Functional mushrooms (not psychoactive varieties) have recently made headlines for their widespread inclusion in wellness-oriented products and beverages, with mushroom coffee emerging as one of the latest innovations.

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What Are the Health Benefits of Mushroom Coffee?

Mushrooms have garnered plenty of media coverage recently, from supplements to Netflix movies lauding their health benefits. But can mushrooms truly increase productivity, enhance athletic performance and more?

Sprouts mushroom coffee features blends of ground and instant coffee as well as single-serve pods with reduced caffeine intake for those sensitive to caffeine. Blends typically include equal parts of coffee mixed with immune-boosting mushrooms such as chaga, lion’s mane, turkey tail cordyceps or other immunity enhancers such as adaptogens such as ashwagandha.

One of the main advantages of mushroom coffee is that it helps increase energy without the jitters and crashes associated with caffeinated coffee, thanks to adaptogens which reduce stress and promote calmness. While caffeine provides quick bursts of energy that crash within minutes, these herbs offer sustained energy throughout the day.

Mushroom coffee may be especially helpful for individuals experiencing stress, anxiety and/or mood disorders. Studies have demonstrated how compounds found in chaga, reishi and turkey tail mushrooms may help lower cortisol levels – an element associated with these conditions – which in turn lower cortisol production and contribute to its symptoms. Furthermore, mushrooms possess anti-inflammatory properties as well as reduce oxidative stress levels.

While mushroom coffee offers many potential health benefits, more research must be conducted before drawing any firm conclusions about them. If you have any health issues or take prescription medication (reishi may interact with some medicines and worsen symptoms of diarrhea or stomach ache). it’s advisable to speak to your physician or registered dietitian prior to making major dietary changes.