As much as possible, we should strive to make our food our medicine. Although regular coffee is detrimental to our health, adding Ganoderma mushrooms to it makes it an amazing healthy beverage!
Detrimental Effects of Coffee
First I want to discuss the detrimental effects of Coffee. One of the problems, is its high caffeine content. Caffeine is a stimulant drug which stimulates the central nervous system. Consuming too much caffeine can lead to jitteriness, anxiety, heart palpitations and may even exacerbate panic attacks. Another problem with coffee, is that it is a diuretic which can increase one’s blood pressure. For every cup of coffee a person consumes, they should drink an extra cup of water.
The third problem with coffee is that it is a strong pro-oxidant, which greatly increases oxidation within the cell. This means that we will age much faster. Coffee can also disrupt sleep. Another problem is it is believed that diterpenes in coffee may increase the risk of heart disease. Lastly, coffee is acidic (pH 5.0–5.1). This alone is a great problem. Overall, coffee is hard on the heart, kidneys, and adrenals.
ORGANO GANODERMA Coffee
The Organo Gold company took the brilliant idea of putting the Ganoderma mushroom in a beverage that nearly everyone drinks!! Contrary to regular coffee, Organo Gold coffee contains the herb Ganoderma which has been known to alkalize and oxygenate the body to establish the foundation of a lifetime of good health. This effect removes the basis for disease, as no disease can survive in a super oxygenated environment.
History – The King of Herbs
For thousands of years, Ganoderma lucidum has been recognized by many as the highest ranked of all herbs. The Chinese name for Ganoderma, Lingzhi, means “spiritual potency”, while the Japanese name, Reishi, can be translated as “King of Herbs”. Ganoderma has been popular in Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years and is often called the “mushroom of immortality.”
Health Benefits
Now, Ganoderma is gaining recognition in the West and has become famous for a wide array of impressive medicinal properties. There really isn’t space here to go into detail, but much study and research has been done on this amazing herb. Some of its health benefits are:
- Immune System Support
- Helps increase metabolism, which = weight-loss
- Cardiovascular Health
- Helps fight & inhibit free radicals
- Reduces fatigue and improves sleep
- Antioxidants
- Increases brain power and clarity
- Liver Protection
- Antibacterial & Antiviral
- Lower Cholesterol
- Radiation Protection
- Urinary Tract Support
- Balance blood sugar and pancreatic functions
- Support the regulation of blood pressure
- Helps eliminate toxins from the body
Just think ALL of this in a cup of coffee!
Now, Coffee can actually be a Health promoting beverage! At Herbs4You we have two brands of coffee with Ganoderma in them:
Organo Gold: Flavors ~
- Black
- Latta
- Mocha
- Hot Cocoa
- Royal
Youngevity – Tazza Di Vita
- Single servings
- Black
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About the Author
Amy Willis M.H., CTN