The reishi mushroom, a.k.a. Ganoderma lucidum, is native to Asia, where it grows wild at the base of deciduous trees – although its occurrence in nature is rare. The mushroom has many names. That’s because it’s been so widely used in Eastern medicine for thousands of years that there’s a word for it in pretty much every language. More recently, modern scientists have started researching reishi mushroom and discovered that it shows promise as a treatment for a wide range of ailments. Here are some of its many health benefits.1. Reduces FatigueIn a small study, reishi mushroom spore powder was given ...

Modern life has become more demanding than ever before. Working days are longer, to-do lists have more on them and the always-on culture means you never have time to rest. The result? You’re permanently washed out and chugging coffee just to get through each day. Swapping regular coffee for functional coffee is a way to get a better, more sustained energy boost from your cuppa, but if you’ve noticed that, two or three months down the line, you’re no longer enjoying the same benefits, it could be down to your choice of functional coffee brand.How Functional Coffee Boosts Your EnergyFunctional ...

It’s been a helluva year. Chances are, you’re feeling exhausted, drained, and you’re struggling to find the concentration you need to push through these last few weeks. Sound familiar? When your mind feels foggy and you’re struggling to focus, it’s a natural reaction to turn to coffee to keep you going. But while regular coffee may give you an initial energy spike, it can have other undesirable side effects.How Coffee Affects Your BodyThe reason coffee wakes you up is because it contains caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant that acts on your central nervous system (your brain and your spinal cord), ...

Coffee is so much more than just a beverage. On a cold winter’s day, there’s nothing like curling up on the sofa with a hot, steaming mug of coffee and your favourite series. Catching up with a friend is somehow always better over coffee. And when you’ve hit a midday slump, there’s nothing like a strong cup of coffee to wake you up and snap you back into action. Unfortunately, for many people that boost comes with a side of jitters. You feel shaky, on edge, anxious and sometimes you may even struggle to sleep. In fact, it’s often recommended ...