Is Mushroom Coffee Better For Your Gut?

You love coffee. We all do. Really, who doesn’t love coffee? It’s basically your morning cheerleader, right? But what happens when your stomach’s not clapping along? Well, it’s probably those mid-morning regrets like bloating, or that uncomfortable trip to the bathroom, ugh. You need your pick-me-up for the day, but you do not need to feel trashed, especially the gut, right?

And chances are, that’s probably why you’ve heard whispers (or loud TikToks) about mushroom coffee being better for digestion. But is it actually true? Is mushroom coffee the gut-friendly superhero we’ve been waiting for? Well, let’s go ahead and pour ourselves a cup and find out if it’s time to swap your usual brew for mushroom coffee instead.

How Mushrooms Help Your Gut

Okay, let’s start all of this off by talking about mushrooms. No, not the pizza topping kind, though those are great (but they can irritate the stomach a bit), but instead, we’re going to focus on functional mushrooms like Lion’s Mane and Chaga, which are packed with all sorts of gut-friendly goodness.

● Prebiotics? Yep! These mushrooms are like a buffet for the good bacteria in your gut, helping balance your microbiome. So, having happy gut bacteria means you’re going to feel a lot happier.

● Anti-inflammatory? Check! Lion’s Mane and Chaga help calm things down in your digestive system, which is perfect if you’re someone who gets bloated or irritated easily.

So, when you sip mushroom coffee for gut health, it’s like sending your stomach a love letter instead of a breakup text. The difference can be surprisingly noticeable, especially if your usual coffee tends to leave your gut feeling wrecked.

Oh, and just so you know, you can get these benefits (and more) in our Super Brain Blend, which is packed with Lion’s Mane, Chaga, turmeric, and other digestion-friendly goodies that will make your mind and gut feel incredible!

Traditional vs. Mushroom Coffee

So, which is better for your gut? No, really, it’s a good question. Which is actually the most beneficial? Well, how about a little show-off between the both of these?

Regular Coffee

● It’s high in acidity, which can irritate your stomach lining and trigger reflux or bloating.

● It’s known to spike cortisol (which is known as your stress hormone), which often equals tummy troubles or gut sensitivity (oh, and belly fat).

● Great for energy… but sometimes not so great for digestion (meaning more bathroom visits).

Mushroom Coffee

● It’s lower in acidity which means it’s a more gentler ride for your stomach.

● There are adaptogens in it, which help calm your system, not just wake it up. So you are more awake, but you’re not a jittery mess.

● It supports digestion thanks to prebiotics from mushrooms.

Basically, mushroom coffee is like regular coffee, but there are more benefits. The taste is basically the same (as well as texture). Plus, it gives energy but without causing your gut to feel like it’s in knots.

What Science Say About It

Okay, so you don’t have to take just our word for it. Actually, there’s actual science backing this up. There are plenty of studies out there, and it back up all the claims we made on this post too. So, functional mushrooms like Lion’s Mane and Chaga have been shown to reduce inflammation, which is a big deal if your gut feels like it’s constantly irritated.

Plus, their prebiotic properties mean they’re feeding the beneficial bacteria in your belly that help digestion and nutrient absorption. Not sure, not everyone has a stomach made of steel. So for some people, if they’re trying it out for the first time, they might not notice anything unusual, compared to someone with a more sensitive stomach.

So, in the beginning, maybe the first couple of days, your stomach might not be super happy (but not super upset either). But it quickly gets used to it. You can’t really say the same thing about traditional coffee, however.

But what about caffeine? Isn’t that the villain here? Well, not exactly. Mushroom coffee still has caffeine, but usually less than regular coffee, and it comes balanced with calming compounds like L-Theanine. That’s why people notice fewer gut issues and feel less jittery. And if you ask our community, the testimonials say it all. Actually, go ahead and check them out to see what everyone’s saying!

So, Is Mushroom Coffee Ideal For Your Gut?

Well, if your gut and your coffee are locked in an on-again, off-again relationship, mushroom coffee could be the peace treaty you’ve been waiting for. Just think about it; it delivers energy like traditional coffee, but it’s smoother, less acidic, and loaded with gut-friendly mushrooms that help calm inflammation and support digestion.

So, if you’re tired of sipping your regular coffee and immediately wondering when your stomach will start protesting, it might be time to try something that plays nicer with your system. Plus, who doesn’t want to get their caffeine fix and show their gut some love at the same time? Maybe it’s time to make the swap today!