Heres what to know before amping up your morning cup with the power of functional mushrooms.
The benefits of mushroom coffee are sweeping social media.
With over38 millionviews on TikTok, we had to dig deeper into this wellness trend.
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So, whatismushroom coffee?
Here’s what you better know.
What Is Mushroom Coffee?
Mushroom coffee is a functional mushroom drink that does not necessarily includeactual coffeethough it often does.
What Are Adaptogens?
Here are the cliff notes on some of the most popular benefits of mushrooms used for mushroom coffee.
These are protein biomolecules that encourage the differentiation and growth of neurons, i.e.
These grow on the sides of trees, looking almost bark-like themselves.
How Solid Are These Claims of Functional Benefits?
A large portion of the available research is also animal-based.
you’re free to also find mushroom coffee alternatives containing no coffee at all.
All of these brands offer loads of transparency surrounding their sourcing processes and ingredient quality on their websites.
Oxalates can cause kidney stones, and people with kidney issues are at a particularly high risk.
Regular coffee can wreak havoc on the digestive system, and mushroom coffee can have the same effects.
Mushrooms pull water into the gut, which can aggravate IBS and other intestinal disorders.
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