Reishi mushrooms have long been used as part of Eastern medicine to support long-term health and longevity, as well as offering various potential benefits to our bodies. Reishi contains polysaccharides, proteoglycans and beta-glucans which may provide numerous potential advantages. You can enjoy its nutrients fresh or as part of a coffee beverage containing Reishi extract.

Reishi Coffee combines traditional coffee with medicinal mushroom extracts like chaga, cordyceps, lion’s mane and turkey tail that have adaptogenic properties that support the body’s natural stress response by helping regulate cortisol levels and promote relaxation. Furthermore, these adaptogenic herbs contain antioxidants which may reduce oxidative stress and inflammation as well as being low-caffeine alternatives that could benefit those sensitive to caffeine.

Reishi should be used with caution as it can increase bleeding risks in those taking blood thinners or scheduled for surgery; to minimize risk, supplements containing this mushroom should be discontinued at least two weeks prior to scheduled procedures. Furthermore, some reports have noted reishi can help lower blood sugar in some individuals, making it less suitable alongside antidiabetic medication.

Though some studies show how medicinal mushrooms may have beneficial health impacts, reishi coffee may not. Furthermore, nutritional supplements are unregulated, so their quality of ingredients and dosage can differ widely across brands; thus it’s best to consult a practitioner for optimal results.