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Lion's Mane, a medicinal mushroom that's earned its name from its fluffy, white, hair-like appearance, is gaining some serious traction in the world of natural nootropics–substances designed to improve cognitive function.  Why? This "mind mushroom" may have considerable benefits for improving memory, processing speed, mood, and overall brain health, with an emphasis on brain cell growth and healing. In fact, researchers have pinned it as a potential therapy for dementia patients, although Lion's Mane research is still in its preliminary stages.  Want to know more about Lion's Mane cognition benefits? Keep reading to see the research and learn how this...

For many people, coffee is the center point of a good and productive morning–but not everyone is an avid coffee drinker. Whether you avoid coffee because you aren’t fond of its robust flavor or because you prefer to avoid caffeine (or any other multitude of reasons), there are options out there that will suit your needs. So, what’s the best coffee for non-coffee drinkers? Decaf, mushroom coffee, and chair tea are all good options, but choosing the best for you may take a little introspection.  We’ll break it down in three ways–best coffee shop options, best coffee alternatives, and best...

At the demand of today’s busy world, we are consuming more coffee than ever, and it’s starting to add up. In fact, it's the world's most popular energizing nootropic. Many people are reliant on that daily cup, but that doesn’t mean they are exempt from coffee’s unwanted side effects, like increased anxiety, jitters, or poor sleep. Many people avoid these nasty side effects by taking l-theanine with coffee. This not-so-secret nootropic supplement may negate coffee's negative effects, and possibly help you hone your focus even more. The question is: how much L-theanine should you take with coffee? In short, a...

Cordyceps coffee–a brilliant concoction of coffee and one of the world’s most renowned medicinal mushrooms–is rising in popularity thanks to its purported physical and cognitive benefits.  According to some sources, the combination can boost physical endurance, improve focus, protect against free radical damage that causes aging, and much more. But don’t just take our word for it. Here are the cordyceps mushroom coffee details you need, including the research behind cordyceps coffee benefits, how to use it, and more: Table of Contents What is Cordyceps Coffee? Cordyceps Coffee Benefits (Research) Boosting Physical Performance and Endurance Antioxidant (and Anti-Aging) Effects Balancing...