Mushroom coffee is a growing trend that combines traditional coffee with medicinal mushroom extracts such as chaga, reishi, lion’s mane, and cordyceps. These fungi are known for their health benefits, including immune support, cognitive function enhancement, and stress management due to their adaptogenic properties. Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Naria Le Mire endorses the benefits of mushrooms for fiber and gut health. The mushroom coffee market is booming, with projections to double by 2030. A week-long personal trial with MUD/WTR, a brand offering coffee-free blends, demonstrates that mushroom coffee can deliver on its promises of energy and focus without the heavy caffeine hit and with a unique earthy flavor. Despite some texture challenges, the experience was positive, blending the benefits of mushrooms with the ritual of coffee consumption.
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