You must be eating mushrooms as a vegetable, but have you ever tried drinking mushrooms? However, those who follow celebrities and health coaches on social media must be aware of mushroom tea or coffee. Talking about mushroom tea, this tea contains mixed mushroom extracts, such as green tea. If you do not like tea, then you can consume mushroom tea. Mushroom tea is more complementary than any other drink. Chaga and reishi are chosen to make mushroom tea because they are adaptogens. Adaptogens are herbs that help normalize and regulate your body's systems.
In addition, adaptogens have been shown to calm the central nervous system and control the response of stress hormones such as cortisol, which is thought to be particularly beneficial for emotional stress.
Health benefits of mushroom tea:-
Antioxidants and fiber are in sufficient quantity in fresh mushrooms. When exposed to sunlight or UV radiation, they are a good source of Vitamin D. These antioxidants play a role in preventing chronic disease. A study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders in 2021 found that eating mushrooms can reduce a person's risk of developing depression. According to the National Institutes of Health, their fiber helps you stay full, and their vitamin D helps keep your bones and immune system strong, among other benefits.
Aids in cancer treatment
Research published in Helios in 2016 suggests that extracts of the mushroom have cancer-fighting potential as tested on animals. However, it has not yet been tested on humans.
Help control blood sugar
Mushrooms such as reishi and chaga have been touted for their ability to control blood sugar and improve liver health. According to a 2018 study published in the Journal of Functional Foods, mushrooms can improve the gut bacteria of rats and help manage blood sugar in the liver.
Boosts the Gut Microbiome
Probiotic-rich foods such as kimchi and sauerkraut are well known for their health benefits. Probiotic foods are important for maintaining gut health. Prebiotics act as 'fertilizer' in your gut, nourishing the good bacteria (aka probiotics) and allowing them to grow.
Strengthen the immune system
Mushroom cell walls contain beta-glucans, which is a polysaccharide-based soluble fiber. Beta-glucans are potent immunomodulators that help maintain normal immunological function. Therefore, it is advised to make turkey tail tea by mixing one teaspoon of high-quality whole mushroom powder with boiling water, to enhance the body's natural immune system.
