Coffee enthusiasts have taken notice of mushroom-infused beverages recently. Made with medicinal mushrooms such as reishi, chaga, cordyceps, and lion’s mane – often touted to improve focus, reduce stress, strengthen immunity, improve digestion and deliver antioxidants – mushroom beverages have quickly become a hit with coffee lovers alike.

This organic whole bean blend features chaga and reishi mushrooms for increased focus-boosting benefits, in addition to shiitake, maitake, and turkey tail mushrooms that provide added immunity-enhancing effects.

Reishi Mushroom

Reishi mushrooms (scientific name Ganoderma lucidum) are well-known for their immune-strengthening and stress relieving benefits, and contain polysaccharides and triterpenes which have been shown to strengthen heart, brain, liver and bone functions as well as reduce inflammation and oxidative stress levels in the body.

Reishi is naturally antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial in its composition. It helps increase production of natural killer cells and other white blood cells to fight infection or disease and has many antioxidants which protect the body against damage caused by free radicals.

Studies suggest that Reishi may help treat some health conditions, including clogged arteries, high blood pressure and genital herpes. Furthermore, Reishi might prevent HIV or Hepatitis B transmission and improve quality of life for those living with lung cancer.

Reishi mushrooms have long been used in traditional Chinese medicine and studies have demonstrated their efficacy at helping promote a healthy sleep cycle. Reishi contains compounds which act both as sedatives and hypnotics to facilitate easier sleeping patterns and increase overall quality. They may even help ease insomnia and anxiety symptoms.

Reishi can help boost cognitive function and memory as well as increase energy levels, and may reduce triglyceride and cholesterol levels while simultaneously managing blood pressure and improving diabetes management in people living with type 2.

Animal studies have demonstrated the potency of Reishi as an antitumor and immunomodulatory agent, capable of decreasing tumor growth while attenuating leukemia and lymphoma development. Furthermore, its antioxidant activity protects liver tissue against oxidative damage while slowing progression of Hepatitis.

Reishi can be added to herbal cancer remedies, especially as a complement with chaga or lion’s mane, in order to decrease side effects from chemotherapy and other medical treatments, including nausea, vomiting and fatigue caused by chemotherapy; furthermore it could possibly reduce pain medications needed by an individual as well.

Reishi can be purchased as both an extract and in combination with ingredients like ashwagandha, ceylon cinnamon and raw cacao. Coco Dream (our chill blend) features this combination and can be enjoyed in hot beverages as an addition, or used to create warming cacao and reishi superfood shakes or smoothies.

Chaga Mushroom

Chaga mushroom is another superfood mushroom known for increasing energy and improving immune system functioning, thanks to its abundance of antioxidants, beneficial nutrients and anti-inflammatory properties that reduce chronic inflammation in the body – an effect which should be considered normal as part of its immune response mechanism but if ongoing it can lead to serious health conditions like arthritis and diabetes.

To reap maximum benefit from chaga, the best way to take it is through tea or as a powder supplement. Many companies sell extracts of chaga rather than powdered forms; the ideal way to prepare chaga is grinding into course powder before steeping it for about 15 minutes in water; maple syrup can add sweetness if desired. Some people use it to relieve symptoms associated with cancer or chronic diseases while others enjoy its overall benefits for general wellbeing.

Chaga mushrooms contain numerous metabolites that act as powerful free radical scavengers, helping protect cells in your body from oxidative stress and protecting them from DNA damage. According to one study, pretreated human blood lymphocytes that were exposed to chaga had 40% less DNA damage compared with lymphocytes not exposed to chaga.

Chaga has also been demonstrated to reduce the growth of oral cancer tumors through laboratory trials, by inhibiting glycolysis – one of the main mechanisms behind cell proliferation in cancer. Furthermore, chaga can increase bone marrow stem cell counts which play an essential role in immune health.

La Republica Organic Mushroom Coffee is made with premium Arabica beans combined with nature’s superfood: chaga mushrooms. This delectable and nutritious blend provides a delectable pick-me-up while improving brain function and immune health; making it a wonderful alternative to regular morning coffee that’s loved by wellness gurus, health-conscious moms and coffee enthusiasts alike!

Lion’s Mane Mushroom

Lion’s Mane is widely recognized for its nootropic benefits, proving to boost cognitive function, improve focus and spur creativity. Furthermore, studies have demonstrated how its compounds help protect and stimulate nerve growth – providing potential relief from various neurological conditions.

Lion’s Mane Fungus, commonly referred to as a hedgehog mushroom, is an extraordinary specimen with an exquisite beard made up of dense spines that drape off its fruiting body. Found mostly growing on dead or decayed wood and frequently high up trees. A member of Hericium Family mushrooms that includes other fascinating specimens like bearded Tooth Fungus and Lobster Fungus.

Lion’s Mane is best-known for its positive effect on cognitive health, such as sharpening mental faculties and memory retention. It works by stimulating production of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), which protects neurons against damage while stimulating new ones to form. NGF production has been linked with reduced symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s, dementia and Parkinson’s Disease.

Additionally, Lion’s Mane has been proven to help relieve mild depression and anxiety by modulating neurotransmitters in the brain, possibly through improving hippocampus function – an area responsible for memory processing and emotional responses.

Lion’s mane has also been shown to assist digestive health by protecting the gastrointestinal tract and decreasing inflammation, likely as a result of its anti-inflammatory properties, reduced oxidative stress levels, and inhibiting compounds responsible for stomach ulcers.

All these amazing benefits make lion’s mane an excellent addition to food or beverage items you enjoy, from dishes and beverages, such as republica mushroom coffee. Its mild flavor and nutty texture pair nicely with many dishes; plus it can be consumed both hot and cold! In our republica mushroom coffee we combine Lion’s Mane with Reishi Mushroom and Cordyceps for an aromatic low acid brew that is better for gut than traditional coffee; try it for yourself to experience its truly transformative qualities!

Maca Root

Maca root powder has recently made headlines among health gurus and wellness enthusiasts as a trendy plant powder to be added to smoothies. Proponents tout its ability to improve libido and promote fertility; yet its popularity continues to surge daily. But does this trendy superfood live up to its promises, or just provide additional claims that fall flat?

Lepidium meyenii tuber roots, native to Andean regions and cultivated for over 2000 years, contain essential fatty acids, amino acids, and vitamins which provide many health benefits – such as hormonal regulation and fertility enhancement.

Roots that are darker or purple contain higher concentrations of anthocyanins – antioxidant plant compounds known to boost energy while potentially protecting against cancer, heart disease and inflammation.

Maca’s primary benefit lies in its ability to reduce stress and anxiety. Research conducted on mice and humans has demonstrated an increase in dopamine, an uplifting hormone known for improving mood. Furthermore, postmenopausal women participating in placebo-controlled studies saw their blood pressure drop as well.

Maca root can not only regulate hormones but is also packed with amino acids, vitamin C, calcium, iron potassium and dietary fiber – essential ingredients that work together to balance out your endocrine system by increasing production of adrenaline and cortisol while simultaneously decreasing their release. In essence it acts as an adaptogen in helping keep everything under control in terms of our bodies’ endocrine systems.

Maca is a Peruvian root with several studies suggesting it may help with low libido and difficulty getting or maintaining an erection – common complaints among men and women during perimenopause. Maca can help improve these symptoms; just consult with your healthcare provider first as some supplements could interact negatively with each other, particularly pregnant or breastfeeding women as maca may interfere with certain medications they’re on.