Here's why people are putting mushroom powder in their coffee - and why you should be, too

by Candice May, FSP Health & Fitness, 05 April 2016

Mushrooms might not be the first things that come to mind when you picture your morning coffee, but hear me out...

Though they may not be as "sexy" as other superfoods on the market today, medicinal mushrooms like Reishi, Chaga, Cordyceps, and Lion's Mane come packed with some hefty nutritional benefits.

Here's exactly why people are adding mushroom powder to their coffee, and why you should give in to this trend, too.

The remarkable health benefits of mushrooms

At the beginning of the 21st century, fungi were used in more than 10 of the 20 most profitable products used in human medicine—including penicillin. Today, thousands of studies have been conducted on their healing properties.

Researchers have compiled promising evidence that antioxidants in Chaga mushrooms can help lower inflammation in the body; while Reishi mushrooms might improve heart health by lowering LDL cholesterol levels, Cordyceps can boost natural energy levels and oxygen intake by up to 15 percent, and Lion's Mane might influence brain health by stimulating the Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) production in the body.

Incorporating even small amounts of nutrient-rich mushrooms into your daily routine can help you tap into these significant health benefits. Not to mention they can be added to almost any diet—no matter if you're Paleo or vegan. The only downside is that these healthier mushroom often have a bitter taste.

That's where mushroom coffee comes into play...

Why coffee and mushroom powder is a winning combination

Coffee comes with health benefits of its own, and it's one of the few bitter foods that people consume regularly. However, drinking coffee can be very taxing on our adrenals and tough on our stomachs due to its acidity. But combining coffee with mushrooms may help alleviate these issues.

This superfood combo of mushrooms and coffee might sound outrageous, but it tastes much better than you'd imagine. Here are two of my favourite morning coffee recipes. Not only will they help you wake up; they'll improve mental focus, boost brain health, and support overall immunity.

How to make a hardcore mushroom coffee

Ingredients:

16g high-quality coffee beans of your choice
1 cup hot water
1 packet Four Sigmatic Chaga Elixir
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp ghee
1 tsp maca and/or mucuna extract

Preparation:

Grind the coffee beans and throw them into an AeroPress or a French Press.
Extract them with hot water for 60 to 90 seconds, depending on the size of your grind.
Mix the fresh-brewed coffee and all other ingredients in a blender for a few seconds, and you’re done. Just remember to open the blender lid carefully after mixing a warm drink

Go on and try it!

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