The coffee made with medicinal mushrooms is conquering more and more passionate: this is what studies on its benefits for energy, immunity and concentration say.
“Coffee with mushrooms? No, thanks”. This probably the instinctive reaction of most people when they hear about a drink for the first time that combines two apparently irreconcilable worlds: the classic black energy cup and the spongy creatures of the undergrowth. In reality, a universe full of potential is hidden behind this strange coupled (it is not yet another passing fashion from influenced influenced).
In fact, the “Mushroom Coffee” – So the Americans call him – is gaining land between those looking for an alternative to traditional caffeine. Especially among those who, perhaps, need a push to start the day without however finding themselves in the grip of tachycardia at ten in the morning.
Half dose of caffeine, double benefit. Perhaps.
According to Harvard Health Publishing, the drink often contains half of the caffeine than a normal coffee, an aspect that makes it more “soft” for the nervous system and that – here comes the beauty – seems to offer a more stable energy charge, without the upper and low lows of the traditional express. The reason? The secret lies in the so -called “adaptogens” mushrooms, such as Reishi, Cordyceps, Leone Criniera (Lion’s Mane) and Chaga. Real allies of our body, capable – according to some studies – to improve concentration, stimulate the immune system, combat inflammation and even favor a more restful sleep.
The benefits of medicinal mushrooms
The Medicinenet website has collected the results of numerous research on medicinal mushrooms, and has confirmed the validity of what has been said so far: often cultivated in hostile environments such as the icy forests of Siberia and Canada, medicinal mushrooms develop a high concentration of antioxidants to survive, the case that would make them, so to speak, of the “vegetable superheroes”. When we drink them, therefore, we introduce in our body of substances capable of strengthening natural defenses, adjust the metabolism and – who knows – to better face daily nuisances.
Flavors … unconventional.
But be careful: do not expect the flavor of the classic coffee of the bar. Indeed, get ready for something that recalls more an flavored vegetable broth, with light earthy notes and “berries” hints. That’s why the taste divides. The US journalist and presenter Dana Perino, for example, loves him: he called him “extraordinary” and drinks it every morning instead of tea, with a drop of almond milk. Her Fox News colleagues, however, have turned their noses: “It looks like mushroom soup,” commented Charlie Hurt, assigning a miserable 1 in 10. Perino, however, gave him a full 10. And there, as they say, everyone has his own palate.
Fashion or medicine? Experts are unbalanced
The Californian dietician Ilana Muhlstein, interviewed by Fox News Digital, explained that for those suffering from chronic stress or is used to massive coffee doses every day, introducing a mix of adaptogenic mushrooms in the diet can be “extremely beneficial”. And even if everything was reduced to a placebo effect – he said sincerely – the important thing is to feel better. For example, when she drinks these infusions, imagine absorbing the strength of mushrooms that grow in extreme conditions, for what we could define as a sort of liquid meditation, in short.
From his, science also begins to give positive signals. Also according to Harvard Health, research on the specific effects of mushroom coffee is still limited, but the properties of medicinal mushrooms are well documented. In particular, Lion’s Mane is associated with a better cognitive function and memory; Reishi is known for its ability to reduce stress and improve sleep; The chaga and the Cordyceps for their anti -inflammatory and stimulating properties. And everyone, without distinction, make an antioxidants incetted.
A coffee that is not a coffee. But it works
Those looking for a family taste could be disappointed, on the contrary, those who are willing to open up to new experiences could discover an alternative ritual that not only wakes up, but rebalance. Of course, it is not a magical potion, no mushroom gives you superpowers, but in an era in which the balance between performance and well -being is increasingly sought, mushroom coffee seems to offer an interesting compromise.
Is it worth trying it? Apparently yes, at least once.
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