Fox, What is mushroom coffee? Caffeine alternative offers surprising health benefits. "Fox News' Dana Perino says she drinks the coffee substitute daily"
Mushroom coffee is gaining ground as a substitute for the morning caffeine fix. While drinking mushrooms might not sound like the most appealing thing in the world, the trend has attracted attention for its array of health benefits and added energy boost.
Mushroom coffee proponents have said it promotes better sleep — plus provides more energy, improves focus, boosts the immune system and reduces inflammation, according to a Harvard Health publication. Some mushroom coffee makers also claim the drink can boost mood and gut health. Most mushroom coffees do include caffeine but contain about half the amount of a regular cup of coffee.
The brew is typically made with medicinal mushrooms, including common varieties such as chaga, lion's mane, reishi, cordyceps, king trumpet and turkey tail, Harvard Health noted. These are considered adaptogens as part of the "adaptogenic mushroom coffee" infusion that's meant to provide health benefits.
I like mushrooms, and I like coffee, but I'm pretty sure I don't want mushroom coffee, especially if it's only half caffeinated. Dana Perino seems a little peppy, though, so maybe it helps. I've never heard of "adaptogens," but I'm pretty sure it's a bullshit concept.
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