You had me at mushrooms 🍄
Yep, you had me at mushrooms! I’ve been taking the capsule form for YEARS after reading bits and pieces here and there about the benefits of mushrooms. Welcome to the lowdown on these rightfully trendy little decorations that adorn many fairytale scenes. They don’t require sunlight to grow and a few varieties even glow in the dark. Some have hallucinogenic properties but psychedelics aside, medicinal mushrooms are in fact magical.
What’s all the hype? I mean, they even have a Netflix documentary called “Fascinating Fungi” then again they have a kingdom coveted all to themselves too since they aren’t a plant or an animal. There are 10,000 types of mushrooms out there all over the world and not all of them are safe to eat. However, the edible, medicinal mushrooms are incredible for human health. Mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine where they brew them in tea, grind them up into a powder and take them as capsules. These days they are found in coffee and smoothie powders too! The cultivation of mushrooms dates back to 1650 in France. They deserve more research but it’s believed they are vital tool for good health and longevity. 100 species of mushrooms are currently being evaluated for their medicinal application and health benefits.
Rock on and read on for more magic…
Mushrooms are a superfood because they are super healthy, they are packed with many health-boosting vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. And as an adaptogen they may help the body adapt to stress and have a normalizing effect upon bodily processes influencing homeostasis.
Mushrooms have super powers with a long list of astounding benefits:
- Increase energy and stamina
- Provide immune support
- Lower blood pressure
- Support the nervous system
- Help balance blood sugar
- Support a healthy inflammatory response
- Support brain health and cognition
- Facilitate in weight loss
- Improve heart health
- Reduce common colds
- A great source of Selenium, Copper, Thiamin, Magnesium and Phosphorous
- They also may mitigate the risk of Alzheimer’s, heart disease, cancer and diabetes
Three of the top performing mushrooms are found in KROMA products:
- Beauty Matcha Latte - which has SIX types of mushrooms; Chaga, Cordyceps, Maitake, Antrodia, Turkey Tail, King Trumpet
- Spicy Passion Latte – Reishi, Chaga, Cordyceps
- Change Your Life Chai Latte and Plant Protein Smoothies - Reishi
- And drum roll, introducing the NEW POWERED MIND COFFEE – with Lion’s Mane
1. Lion’s Mane
Lion’s Mane is a natural nootropic which means it can naturally improve cognitive function, enhance memory and boost creativity as well as elevate your mood. Yes please!
2. Chaga
Chaga is believed to be one of the world’s greatest sources of antioxidants! OR A Gold Medalist of antioxidants. They help fight off free radicals in the body and decrease oxidative stress. This helps to prevent harmful diseases and promote overall well-being. Again- yes please!
3. Cordyceps
Cordyceps helps to increase your strength, energy, endurance and stamina. It’s popular among athletes as it also could increase oxygen intake, ATP, VO2 max and kidney function.
Other uses for mushrooms include:
Powder form- in smoothies, lattes, coffee, or in their natural whole form cook them up on their own, add them in soups or salads and sides, or even a dried version. There are lots of ways to consume mushrooms, get creative and enjoy!
Let’s circle back to the POWERED MIND COFFEE- are you a coffee connoisseur? This new product is for you! It’s a Power + Performance blend of organic Colombian coffee, Lion’s Mane, MCT oil, Collagen and Cinnamon to balance energy and mood, while boosting immunity, mental focus and clarity. No brewing required- simply add hot water or your favorite non-dairy milk. I like it with unsweetened almond milk. It’s a delicious and invigorating way to start your day!
Caps off to mushrooms and our vibrant health,
Amanda