Gone are the days when you leave the office and don’t have to think about work until the following morning. For many of us, work hours have increased and the
boundaries between work and home life are often blurred. Outside of work,
there’s pressure to be productive at all times and optimize all areas of life,
including relationships, health, and finances.

With so many demands put on the average person, you’re not alone if you are feeling stressed. According to the American Psychological Association1, 75% of US adults report symptoms of physical and emotional stress, while nearly half experience it every day.

While our daily expectations are not likely to diminish any time soon, many are turning to the wellness industry for
solutions. There’s an increasingly growing interest in finding natural ways to
support stress, focus, and energy. Mushroom supplements, rooted in traditional practices, are a big part of this conversation.

First, let’s start with mushroom chocolates. What a delicious way to adopt a healthy habit!  These supplements are packed with concentrated amounts of functional mushrooms in a single square of chocolate. Unlike other wellness trends, you don’t need to choke down earthy powders or sip on bitter tonics. Instead, you can treat yourself to an indulgent-tasting supplement that surprisingly has less than 1 gram of sugar per serving. Supporting your health goals shouldn’t be unbearable. Because let’s face it, if a health supplement doesn’t taste good, you probably won’t stick to it.

Beyond the benefit of taste, chocolate offers a more bioavailable vehicle to absorb many of these nutrients. Because chocolate contains cocoa fat, fat-soluble
compounds like triterpenes3 (found in reishi) as well as vitamins A, D, E, and K are more bioavailable, meaning your body is better able to absorb them.

We’ll admit, here at Alice, mushroom chocolates are our favorites! Above all,
the biggest benefit is consistency. They are simply the most enjoyable to take.

When it comes to functional mushrooms, there are many options to choose from. How do you know which one is right for you? To evaluate the mushroom supplement for you, you first need to identify your desired outcome. If you are looking for focus5, make sure your mushroom supplement contains lion’s mane. If you’re looking for stress relief6, aim to find a supplement containing reishi. If energy7 is more of a struggle, seek out cordyceps. Matching the right
functional mushroom with the desired effect is a key first step.

Additionally, when it comes to potency, it’s a good idea to choose supplements that prioritize the fruiting bodies of these mushrooms. Research8 shows that the fruiting bodies often contain higher concentrations of key active compounds, making them the most beneficial part of the mushroom.

Lastly, the format should be considered. If you already drink coffee, and are not
sensitive to caffeine, maybe mushroom coffee is an ideal choice. If you struggle implementing supplements into your routine and you aren’t concerned
about your sugar intake, mushroom gummies may be for you. If you want to
optimize your absorption of nutrients and enjoy the taste of chocolate, mushroom chocolates are the best fit.