|Halea Life Editorial Staff
Mushroom Nutrition & Immune Support
How to Add Fermented Mushroom Powder to Your Coffee — and Why This Formula Is Nothing Like the Mushroom Coffees on Store Shelves
Six fermented mushroom species, disclosed beta-glucan content, 5g of prebiotic fiber, and whole-food Vitamin C from Acerola Cherry — in a powder that mixes into any coffee, any roast, any way you already brew it.
Mushroom coffee became a category when a handful of brands started blending low-dose mushroom extracts with instant coffee and selling the combination at a premium. The products look similar on the shelf. The ingredients list is where the differences appear — and they are significant.
The Halea Life Immune Support Fermented Mushroom and Prebiotic Blend is not a mushroom coffee. It is a mushroom and prebiotic powder designed to be added to the coffee you already drink, in the way you already drink it. That distinction matters because it means the coffee experience doesn't change — the quality of your beans, your roast, your brew method, and your ritual stay exactly as they are. What changes is what your morning cup delivers nutritionally.*
This post covers how to add this powder to coffee in every format (drip, espresso, French press, cold brew, latte), what the six fermented mushroom species each contribute, why fermentation matters for bioavailability, what the 140mg total beta-glucan disclosure means and why most competitors don't show it, and what the prebiotic fiber blend and Acerola Cherry Vitamin C add to the formula. Then it explains why the mass-market mushroom coffees are built differently — and what gets traded away when you choose convenience over formulation.*
Halea Life Immune Support Fermented Mushroom and Prebiotic Blend — 1,510mg Organic Mushroom Blend + 5.04g Prebiotic Fiber + 56mg Vitamin C from Acerola Cherry. 30 servings per container.*
How do you add mushroom powder to coffee?
Add one scoop (7g) of Fermented Mushroom and Prebiotic Blend directly into your brewed coffee and stir for 15–20 seconds. The powder dissolves cleanly into hot coffee without clumping. For cold coffee or cold brew, stir vigorously or shake in a closed container for 20 seconds. You can also add it to the grounds before brewing in a French press, or blend it into a latte with frothed milk. The powder has a mild earthy, slightly sweet flavor that integrates naturally with coffee without altering the taste significantly.*
Because this is a standalone powder rather than a pre-blended mushroom coffee, you have complete control over the coffee itself — the origin, the roast level, the grind size, and the brew method. The mushroom and prebiotic blend adds to your existing coffee rather than replacing it. This means you keep everything you already enjoy about your morning cup and add the nutritional stack on top.*
The powder's fine particle size and organic oat fermentation base contribute to its mixability — it disperses readily in hot liquids and doesn't leave a gritty texture. The Acerola Cherry extract adds a mild natural sweetness that complements coffee's bitterness without requiring sugar.*
Coffee Method Guide
How to Use This Powder in Every Coffee Format
Drip Coffee / Pour Over / Americano Easiest method
- Brew your coffee as normal — any beans, any roast, your usual amount.
- Add 1 scoop (7g) of Fermented Mushroom Blend to your cup.
- Pour hot coffee over the powder and stir immediately for 15–20 seconds.
- The powder dissolves fully into the hot liquid — drink as usual.
Tip: Stirring while pouring (rather than after) helps the powder disperse faster. A small milk frother stirred for 10 seconds gives a slightly more integrated texture.
Latte / Flat White / Cappuccino Best flavor integration
- Pull your espresso shot(s) directly onto 1 scoop of powder in the cup or a small pitcher.
- Stir the hot espresso and powder together immediately — the concentrated heat dissolves the powder quickly.
- Steam and froth your milk as usual, then pour over the dissolved mushroom-espresso base.
- The milk integrates with the mixture and the earthy mushroom note becomes very subtle behind the milk sweetness.
Tip: Oat milk pairs particularly well — its natural sweetness and creaminess complement the earthy, slightly umami note of the mushroom blend. The prebiotic inulin fiber in the blend also acts as a mild natural sweetener.
French Press Add to grounds before steeping
- Add your coffee grounds to the French press as usual.
- Add 1 scoop of Fermented Mushroom Blend directly on top of the grounds before pouring water.
- Pour hot water over the combined grounds and powder, stir gently, and steep for your usual time (4 minutes standard).
- Press and pour — the powder integrates during steeping and filters through with the grounds.
Tip: Adding the powder before water means it steeps along with the coffee for full integration. No separate stirring step needed.
Cold Brew / Iced Coffee Shake don't stir
- Add 1 scoop of powder to a cup, tumbler, or shaker with 1–2oz of hot water first to pre-dissolve.
- Once dissolved, pour over ice and add your cold brew or iced coffee.
- Stir vigorously or close and shake for 15 seconds.
- Add milk, cream, or sweetener as preferred — the powder integrates fully.
Tip: The pre-dissolve step in hot water is important for cold coffee — powders disperse much better when pre-dissolved rather than added directly to cold liquid.
Blended Coffee / Frappé Style Blender does the work
- Add coffee, milk of choice, ice, and 1 scoop of Fermented Mushroom Blend directly to the blender.
- Blend on high for 30–45 seconds until smooth.
- Pour and drink immediately — the blending process fully integrates the powder with no gritty texture.
Tip: This is the most seamless method for people who notice the earthy mushroom note in other formats — the blending creates a homogeneous mixture where the flavor is completely integrated.
What is fermented mushroom powder and why is fermentation important?
Fermented mushroom powder uses mycelial biomass — the vegetative thread-like root system of the mushroom — grown and fermented on an organic substrate (in this case, organic oats). Fermentation breaks down the chitin cell walls that surround mushroom bioactives, dramatically improving the bioavailability of beta-glucans and other active compounds compared to unfermented dried mushroom powder or mushroom extracts made from fruiting bodies alone.*
Mushroom cell walls are made of chitin — the same tough polysaccharide that makes up insect exoskeletons. The human digestive system produces very little chitinase (the enzyme that breaks down chitin), which means that in unfermented dried mushroom powder, a significant proportion of the bioactive compounds locked inside chitin-walled cells passes through the gut unabsorbed. This is the same reason you get more nutritional benefit from thoroughly cooked mushrooms than raw ones — heat partially breaks down chitin.*
Fermentation goes further. The microbial activity during fermentation produces chitinases and cellulases that enzymatically break down cell walls before you ever consume the product. The result is mushroom bioactives — particularly beta-glucans — that are already in a form the gut can absorb efficiently, rather than depending on your digestive system to do the work. This is a meaningful bioavailability advantage, not just a marketing distinction.*1
The organic oat substrate that the mycelium is grown on also contributes beta-glucans of its own — oat beta-glucans (a different structural form than mushroom beta-glucans) that have an extensive research base for immune and cardiovascular support, adding another layer to the formula's total beta-glucan content.*2
Why Fermentation Improves Bioavailability — Step by Step
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Mycelium grown on organic oat substrate. The mushroom mycelium colonizes the oat substrate, drawing nutrients and producing bioactive compounds (beta-glucans, triterpenes, polysaccharides) throughout the entire mycelial network — not just the fruiting body that appears above ground.*
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Fermentation breaks down chitin cell walls. Microbial activity during fermentation produces chitinases and cellulases that enzymatically degrade the tough chitin walls surrounding mushroom cells — releasing beta-glucans and other bioactives from the cell matrix into a more accessible form.*
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Pre-digested bioactives ready for absorption. Because cell wall degradation occurs during fermentation rather than during digestion, the bioactives are already in a more bioavailable form when consumed. Less depends on individual digestive enzyme capacity.*1
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Dual beta-glucan source. The mushroom mycelium contributes beta-(1,3)(1,6)-D-glucans (the immune-active form). The oat substrate contributes beta-(1,3)(1,4)-D-glucans (the cardiovascular-active form studied by the FDA for cholesterol claims). Both are present in the fermented mycelial biomass.*2
"Mushroom cell walls are made of chitin — a tough polysaccharide the human gut has limited ability to break down. Fermentation solves this before you ever consume the product, producing pre-digested bioactives that absorb more efficiently than standard dried mushroom powder or hot-water extracts made from the fruiting body alone."1
The Six Species
What Each Mushroom in the Blend Contributes — and Why This Combination
Most mushroom supplements are either single-species (Lion's Mane for brain, Reishi for sleep, Cordyceps for energy) or undifferentiated multi-mushroom blends with no explanation of why those species were selected together. This formula includes six species chosen for complementary mechanisms — energy, adaptogenic support, gut health, and broad-spectrum immune beta-glucan coverage.*
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Cordyceps
Cordyceps militaris / sinensis
Energy · ATP Synthesis · Oxygen Utilization
Contains cordycepin — an adenosine analogue that supports ATP synthesis and oxygen utilization at the cellular level. Multiple clinical trials have found Cordyceps supplementation associated with improved VO2 max, reduced exertion fatigue, and enhanced exercise tolerance in healthy adults. The energy effect is mitochondrial rather than stimulant-based — no caffeine, no crash.*3
02
Reishi
Ganoderma lucidum
Adaptogen · Immune Modulation · HPA Axis
Contains triterpenes (ganoderic acids) and polysaccharides that act as immune modulators and adaptogens. Reishi has one of the longest documented traditional use histories of any mushroom — over 2,000 years in Traditional Chinese Medicine as "the mushroom of immortality." Modern research focuses on its triterpene content and immunomodulatory beta-glucan fraction for immune balance support.*4
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Turkey Tails
Trametes versicolor
Gut Microbiome · Immune Support · Prebiotic Activity
One of the most extensively studied medicinal mushrooms in clinical literature. Contains PSK (polysaccharide-K) and PSP (polysaccharide peptide) — two polysaccharide complexes that function as prebiotic substrates for beneficial gut bacteria alongside their direct immune signaling activity. Turkey Tails is the only mushroom in mainstream clinical oncology research, where PSK is used as a licensed therapeutic in Japan.*5
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Shiitake
Lentinula edodes
Beta-Glucan · Lentinan · Cardiovascular Support
Contains lentinan — a specific beta-(1,3)(1,6)-D-glucan fraction that is also a licensed pharmaceutical in Japan for immune applications. Shiitake's beta-glucan profile is among the most studied of any culinary mushroom. Additionally contains eritadenine, a compound studied for its associations with LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular marker support in clinical research.*6
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Maitake
Grifola frondosa
D-Fraction Beta-Glucan · Blood Sugar · Immune Signaling
Contains the D-fraction — a specifically characterized beta-(1,3)(1,6)-D-glucan subfraction that has been more extensively studied than most mushroom polysaccharides, with published human trials at doses relevant to supplemental use. D-fraction is studied for immune receptor activation and metabolic health support alongside general immunomodulatory activity.*7
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Himematsutake
Agaricus blazei Murrill
Beta-Glucan · Immune Activation · NK Cell Support
Also known as Royal Sun Agaricus or Brazilian mushroom. Contains one of the highest beta-glucan concentrations of any edible mushroom species, along with a unique beta-(1,3)(1,4)-D-glucan structure that differs from the (1,3)(1,6) structure of most other medicinal mushrooms. Published research focuses on immune cell activation — particularly natural killer (NK) cell and macrophage activity.*8
How is this different from the mushroom coffees sold in stores?
Mass-market mushroom coffees blend low doses of mushroom extract with instant or commodity coffee and sell the combination as a lifestyle product. The mushroom dose is typically 250–500mg of fruiting body extract, with no beta-glucan content disclosed. This formula delivers 1,510mg of fermented mycelial biomass with 140mg of total beta-glucan disclosed — the potency marker that actually determines immune support efficacy — plus 5g of prebiotic fiber and whole-food Vitamin C. And it mixes into whatever coffee you already drink, so nothing about your coffee changes.*
The beta-glucan disclosure is the most critical differentiator. Beta-glucans — specifically beta-(1,3)(1,6)-D-glucans — are the primary active compounds responsible for mushroom's immune modulating effects. They are recognized by the immune system's Dectin-1 receptors on macrophages, dendritic cells, and NK cells, triggering innate immune activation. The strength of this effect correlates with the dose and type of beta-glucan present — not the total mushroom weight.*
Most mushroom supplement labels list the mushroom species and total milligrams of mushroom powder or extract. Very few disclose the beta-glucan content. Without this disclosure, there is no way to verify that the product delivers a meaningful dose of the compound that produces the documented effect. A product with 500mg of mushroom extract that is 5% beta-glucan delivers 25mg of beta-glucan. This formula discloses 140mg total beta-glucan from 1,510mg of mushroom blend — a transparent, verifiable potency claim.*9
The second major difference is what the formula adds alongside the mushrooms. The 5.04g prebiotic fiber blend (Inulin, Green Tea Leaf Extract, Fermented Ginger Root) is a substantive prebiotic dose — inulin at this level is within the range studied for meaningful gut microbiome effects. The 56mg Vitamin C from 248mg Organic Acerola Cherry Extract is a whole-food Vitamin C source (not ascorbic acid) that provides natural cofactors alongside the ascorbate.*
The Real Difference
What Separates This Formula From Mainstream Mushroom Coffee Products
Halea Life Fermented Mushroom Blend
What You Get
- 1,510mg fermented mycelial biomass — 6 species
- 140mg Total Beta-Glucan disclosed and verified
- Fermentation pre-breaks chitin walls for improved bioavailability
- 5.04g Organic Prebiotic Fiber Blend (Inulin + Green Tea + Fermented Ginger)
- 56mg Vitamin C from Organic Acerola Cherry (whole-food source)
- Mixes into any coffee — you choose the beans, the roast, the brew method
- No instant coffee, no commodity filler, no proprietary blend hiding doses
- Transparent label — every ingredient and dose disclosed
Mass-Market Mushroom Coffee
What You Typically Get
- 250–500mg mushroom extract — often single species
- No beta-glucan content disclosed — potency unverifiable
- Standard dried extract — no fermentation step
- No prebiotic fiber — the gut microbiome angle is absent
- No additional functional nutrients beyond the mushroom dose
- Instant or commodity coffee already included — no control over quality
- Proprietary blend on mushroom complex — doses not individually disclosed
- Premium pricing relative to functional ingredient content
The beta-glucan disclosure gap: A 2020 analysis of mushroom supplement products found that beta-glucan content varied 40-fold across products making equivalent mushroom powder claims — from under 1% to over 40% beta-glucan by dry weight. Without a disclosed total beta-glucan figure, a mushroom supplement's actual immune-support potency is unverifiable from the label alone.*9
Featured Product
Immune Support Fermented Mushroom and Prebiotic Blend
1,510mg Organic Mushroom Blend (6 fermented species) · 140mg Total Beta-Glucan · 5.04g Organic Prebiotic Fiber (Inulin, Green Tea, Fermented Ginger) · 56mg Vitamin C from 248mg Organic Acerola Cherry Extract · 30 servings · Mix into any coffee, smoothie, or food.*
140mg Beta-Glucan Disclosed 6 Fermented Species 5g Prebiotic Fiber Acerola Cherry Vitamin C 30 Servings
The Supporting Cast
Why the Prebiotic Fiber and Acerola Cherry Vitamin C Are Part of the Formula
5.04g Organic Prebiotic Fiber Blend
The prebiotic blend contains Inulin, Green Tea Leaf Extract, and Fermented Ginger Root. Inulin is a fructooligosaccharide (FOS) that selectively feeds Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species in the large intestine — the commensal bacteria most associated with immune regulation and gut barrier integrity. At 5g, the inulin dose is within the range studied in published trials for meaningful gut microbiome shifts.*10
The inclusion of a prebiotic alongside a mushroom blend is formulation intelligence: Turkey Tails mushroom already functions as a prebiotic substrate for gut bacteria, and the addition of Inulin amplifies this effect. Gut microbiome health and immune function are deeply interconnected — approximately 70% of immune tissue is located in the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT). Feeding the microbiome that supports GALT is a direct contribution to immune balance.*
Fermented Ginger Root adds digestive enzyme support and anti-nausea activity to a formula that some users initially find causes mild digestive adjustment — the fermentation of the ginger moderates its pungency while retaining the gingerol content.*
56mg Vitamin C from Organic Acerola Cherry Extract
Acerola Cherry (Malpighia emarginata) is one of the highest natural sources of Vitamin C — containing up to 1,677mg per 100g of fresh fruit, significantly higher than oranges (53mg/100g). The 248mg Acerola Cherry Extract in each serving delivers 56mg of Vitamin C (62% DV) as a whole-food complex that includes bioflavonoids, carotenoids, and other co-occurring plant compounds that enhance Vitamin C bioavailability and activity.*
Vitamin C has a specific role in immune function: it accumulates in immune cells (particularly neutrophils and lymphocytes) at concentrations 10–100 times higher than in plasma, supporting their antimicrobial activity and the production of interferon for antiviral defense. Including Vitamin C from a whole-food source alongside the mushroom and prebiotic blend creates a formula where all three functional layers — mushroom beta-glucans, gut microbiome support, and immune cell Vitamin C — work through complementary mechanisms.*11
Who This Formula Is For
The Daily Routines This Powder Fits Most Naturally
Coffee Drinkers Who Care About What's in Their Cup
Adults who have a specific coffee they enjoy and don't want to replace it with instant mushroom coffee. Adding one scoop to your existing cup adds the full functional stack without changing anything about the coffee you already drink.*
Adults Looking for Consistent Daily Immune Support
Six mushroom species with 140mg disclosed beta-glucan, prebiotic fiber for gut-immune support, and whole-food Vitamin C — a daily foundation rather than a reactive supplement. The coffee addition ritual makes it easier to build a consistent habit.*
Gut Health Focus
The 5g prebiotic fiber dose alongside Turkey Tails' PSK prebiotic polysaccharides makes this one of the few mushroom supplements that directly addresses the gut microbiome. For anyone prioritizing digestive health alongside immune support, the prebiotic layer is meaningful.*
Athletes and High-Output Adults
Cordyceps' documented effects on ATP synthesis and oxygen utilization make this particularly relevant for athletes who want mitochondrial energy support without caffeine or stimulants added to their existing pre-workout coffee.*
Scientific References
Sources Cited in This Article
1. Synytsya A, Novak M. Structural diversity of fungal glucans. Carbohydrate Polymers. 2013;92(1):792–809.
2. US FDA. Soluble dietary fiber from certain foods and coronary heart disease. Health claim notification. 1997. (Oat beta-glucan cardiovascular claim.)
3. Chen S, et al. Effect of Cs-4 (Cordyceps sinensis) on exercise performance in healthy older subjects. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 2010;16(5):585–590.
4. Wachtel-Galor S, et al. Ganoderma lucidum (Lingzhi or Reishi). In: Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects. 2nd ed. CRC Press, 2011.
5. Standish LJ, et al. Trametes versicolor mushroom immune therapy in breast cancer. Journal of the Society for Integrative Oncology. 2008;6(3):122–128.
6. Hobbs C. Medicinal Mushrooms: An Exploration of Tradition, Healing, and Culture. Botanica Press, 1995. (Lentinan and Shiitake reference.)
7. Kodama N, Komuta K, Nanba H. Can maitake MD-fraction aid cancer patients? Alternative Medicine Review. 2002;7(3):236–239.
8. Firenzuoli F, Gori L, Lombardo G. The medicinal mushroom Agaricus blazei Murrill: review of literature and pharmaco-toxicological problems. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2008;5(1):3–15.
9. Bak WC, et al. Variation in beta-glucan content in mushroom dietary supplements. Journal of AOAC International. 2020;103(4):1017–1023.
10. Niness KR. Inulin and oligofructose: what are they? Journal of Nutrition. 1999;129(7 Suppl):1402S–1406S.
11. Carr AC, Maggini S. Vitamin C and immune function. Nutrients. 2017;9(11):1211.
People Also Ask
Common Questions About Mushroom Powder in Coffee
Does mushroom powder change the taste of coffee?
Minimally. The Fermented Mushroom Blend has a mild earthy, slightly umami character from the mushroom fraction and a subtle natural sweetness from the Acerola Cherry and Inulin. In most coffee formats — especially with milk, in a latte, or in cold brew — the flavor integrates almost completely. In a straight black drip coffee the earthy note is slightly more detectable, most similar to a very mild addition of cocoa or earthy spice. The vast majority of users report no significant flavor change, particularly in medium or dark roast coffees where the coffee's own flavor dominates.*
What is beta-glucan and why does it matter in mushroom supplements?
Beta-glucans are polysaccharide chains found in the cell walls of mushrooms, oats, and certain yeasts. In mushrooms, the primary immune-active form is beta-(1,3)(1,6)-D-glucan — a branched polysaccharide that is recognized by Dectin-1 receptors on macrophages, dendritic cells, and natural killer cells in the immune system. This recognition triggers innate immune activation, enhancing the immune system's ability to mount responses. The potency of a mushroom supplement's immune effect correlates directly with its beta-glucan content — not the total mushroom weight. A supplement listing 500mg of mushroom powder without disclosing beta-glucan content is unverifiable on the only metric that matters for immune support.*
What is the difference between mycelium and fruiting body mushroom supplements?
The fruiting body is the visible above-ground part of the mushroom — the cap and stem. The mycelium is the vegetative underground root-like network. Both contain beta-glucans and other bioactives, but in different compositions and concentrations. Fruiting bodies tend to have higher concentrations of certain triterpenes (especially in Reishi). Mycelium tends to have more accessible beta-glucans, particularly when fermented, and the mycelial biomass includes the substrate it was grown on — in this case organic oats, which contribute additional oat beta-glucans. The most comprehensive supplements include mycelial biomass because fermentation can significantly improve bioavailability of the beta-glucan fraction.*
Can I add mushroom powder to cold brew coffee?
Yes — the best method is to pre-dissolve the scoop in 1–2 tablespoons of hot water first, then add the dissolved mixture to your cold brew over ice. This pre-dissolve step is important because fine powders disperse much more readily in hot liquid. Once pre-dissolved, the mushroom mixture integrates fully into cold brew with no gritty texture. Shaking in a closed container for 15 seconds after adding also helps full integration.*
How long does it take for mushroom supplements to work?
Mushroom beta-glucan effects on immune markers develop gradually with consistent daily use — most published trials run 4–8 weeks and measure immune function changes at that timeframe. Cordyceps effects on energy and oxygen utilization are similarly measured at 4–6 weeks. The prebiotic fiber effects on gut microbiome composition begin within 1–2 weeks of consistent use. This is a daily-foundation supplement rather than an acute supplement — consistent daily use for at least 4 weeks is when the research-documented effects are typically measured.*
Is this product suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes — the entire formula is plant and fungal-derived with no animal-derived ingredients. The mushroom mycelial biomass is grown on organic oats (a plant substrate). The Acerola Cherry Vitamin C is from whole cherry extract. The prebiotic fiber blend (Inulin, Green Tea, Fermented Ginger) is entirely plant-derived. The container's contents are certified organic and free from animal-derived binders, coatings, or carriers. Suitable for vegetarian and vegan use.*
Can I add this to something other than coffee?
Yes — the powder mixes readily into any hot or warm liquid and blends well into smoothies. Common alternatives to coffee include: hot oat milk with a small amount of honey (the earthy flavor pairs naturally), matcha lattes, protein smoothies, warm bone broth, and morning smoothie bowls. The mild flavor profile means it integrates into most drinks without significantly altering the taste. It does not mix well directly into plain cold water without pre-dissolving, but works in any liquid with some natural flavor of its own.*
The Bottom Line
Fermented Mycelium. Disclosed Beta-Glucan. A Prebiotic Layer. Your Coffee, Unchanged.
The mass-market mushroom coffee category trades coffee quality for convenience and charges a premium for a mushroom dose that is neither disclosed at the compound level that matters (beta-glucan) nor delivered in a form that maximizes bioavailability (fermented). The result is a lifestyle product that looks like a functional supplement.
Adding this fermented mushroom blend to the coffee you already drink is a different approach. You keep your beans, your roast, your brew ritual, your quality. You add 1,510mg of fermented mycelial biomass with 140mg of disclosed, verifiable total beta-glucan, 5g of prebiotic fiber for gut-immune support, and whole-food Vitamin C from Acerola Cherry. The formula does something the mushroom coffees don't: it shows you exactly what you're getting, at exactly what dose, from exactly what source.*
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Shop Now — $49.96 →* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Mushroom Mycelial Fermented Blend: mycelial biomass fermented on organic oats. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Use only if seal is intact. Consult a healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, immunocompromised, or taking prescription medications including immunosuppressants. Turkey Tails contains PSK — those undergoing chemotherapy should consult their oncologist before use. Contains oats — not suitable for those with oat allergy or severe gluten intolerance. Inulin at 5g may cause mild digestive adjustment (gas, bloating) during the first 1–2 weeks of use as gut bacteria adjust; start with a half scoop if sensitive.