Mushroom Coffee – The Latest Superfood Trend
GBMushrooms Coffee has become the latest superfood trend taking over social media and the health-conscious. It’s made with adaptogenic mushrooms such as lion’s mane, chaga, cordyceps and reishi mixed with instant coffee and often has other healthy extras like maca root, ashwagandha, Siberian ginseng and CBD. Many mushroom blends promise to help reduce stress, boost cognitive function and support a healthy immune system and sleep. They also claim to offer a smoother caffeine experience without the jitters. It’s no wonder celebrities such as Kourtney Kardashian, Gwyneth Paltrow and Meghan Markle are aficionados.
How to Incorporate Mushroom Coffee into Your Morning Routine”
Mushroom coffee can look, smell and taste just like regular instant coffee, and most of them are sold in powder form that you can add to hot water. However, the mushrooms used in these products go through a drying and extraction process before they are added to the instant coffee. Because of this, you may not notice much difference in flavor unless you’re very sensitive to the earthy umami flavors of mushrooms.
Some brands of mushroom coffee also include additional ingredients for health benefits, such as the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric or the antioxidants in cacao. Others contain adaptogenic herbs such as reishi and turkey tail that are thought to help reduce cortisol, a stress hormone, or other herbs that can help strengthen the immune system.
While some brands of mushroom coffee do have some scientific backing, more research is needed on the health effects of these supplements, especially those involving human subjects. As a result, it’s best to discuss incorporating these products into your diet with your healthcare provider or registered dietitian.