Other health-promoting properties require further research. The general effect of the mushroom tea shows already in a few weeks through an improved general condition and in one's raised performance capacity. Stronger tea provides more nitrogen for micro-organisms. Jasmine, Bancha, and green teas are lower in caffeine, easier on the stomach. Don't use herb teas with heavy volatile oils - sage, mint.
Black tea provides highest concentration of lactic and gluconic acids.
Herb teas contain more unwanted germinal spores. Teabags don't release as many substances as loose tea. Strain tea leaves through coffee filter to remove pieces. White sugar better for producing immune system stimulants. Too low a sugar content produces fewer active substances.