Health Benefits of Lion's Mane

Cognitive and heart

Lion's Mane

Neuroprotection, cognition, brain function, inflammation, heart health*

Looking to keep a sharp mind and protect you neuro-biology? Lion’s mane might have benefits of interest to you! 

Lion’s mane is often called the “smart mushroom” as studies suggest that active components in lion’s mane have neuroprotective properties that help your neurons/brain cells repair and grow. Which by many is experienced by improved cognitive function.

Some studies even argue that the lion’s mane can promote neurite - which is the process of a neuron (brain cell)  growing into new connections. This process can be important in preventing or even reversing the neuro-degenerative damage happening from illnesses such as Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis or Dementia.

Lion’s mane and microdosing

Many people choose to combine their microdosing with lion’s mane, as it is reported to have a synergistic effect between the neuroplastic stimulation from psilocybin, and the promotion of neural growth from lion’s mane. This combination of lion’s mane, psilocybin - and niacin (a B3 vitamin) is also referred to as the Stamets Stack, named after Paul Stamets, the famous mycologist, who advocate for this combination. ( the*dose lion’s mane product contains niacin, thus making it the perfect product for people who want to work with the Stamets Stack.)

Research also suggests that lion’s mane might help wounds heal faster, reduce inflammation and improve the health of our heart.

Science & Research

Here's a look at some key study findings:

  • Abdulla, M. A., Fard, A. A., Sabaratnam, V., Wong, K. H., Kuppusamy, U. R., Abdullah, N., & Ismail, S. (2011). Potential activity of aqueous extract of culinary-medicinal lion's mane mushroom, Hericium erinaceus (Bull.: Fr.) Pers. (Aphyllophoromycetideae) in accelerating wound healing in rats [Abstract]. International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms, 13(1), 33–39
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22135902
  • Abdullah, N., Ismail, S. M., Aminudin, N., Shuib, A. S., & Lau, B. F. (2012). Evaluation of selected culinary-medicinal mushrooms for antioxidant and ACE inhibitory activities. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2012
    https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2012/464238/
  • Brandalise, F., Cesaroni, V., Gregori, A., Repetti, M., Romano, C., Orrù, G., ... Rossi, P. (2017, January 1). Dietary supplementation of Hericium erinaceus increases mossy fiber-CA3 hippocampal neurotransmission and recognition memory in wild-type mice. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2017
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5237458/
  • Chiu, C.-H., Chyau, C.-C., Chen, C.-C., Lee, L.-Y., Chen, W.-P., Liu, J.-L., ... Mong, M.-C. (2018, February). Erinacine A-enriched Hericium erinaceus mycelium produces antidepressant-like effects through modulating BDNF/PI3K/Akt/GSK-3β signaling in mice. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 19(2), 341
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5855563/
  • Choi, W.-S., Kim, Y.-S., Park, B.-S., Kim, J.-E., & Lee, S.-E. (2013, June 30). Hypolipidaemic effect of Hericium erinaceum grown in Artemisia capillaris on obese rats. Mycobiology, 41(2), 94–99
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3714447/
  • Diling, C., Chaoqun, Z., Jian, Y., Jian, L., Jiyan, S., Yizhen, X., & Guoxiao, L. (2017, June 12). Immunomodulatory activities of a fungal protein extracted from Hericium erinaceus through regulating the gut microbiota. Frontiers in Immunology, 8, 666
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5492111/
  • Kim, S. P., Kang, M. Y., Choi, Y. H., Kim, J. H., Nam, S. H., & Friedman, M. (2011, June 8). Mechanism of Hericium erinaceus (Yamabushitake) mushroom-induced apoptosis of U937 human monocytic leukemia cells [Abstract]. Food & Function, 2(6), 348–356
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21779573
  • Lakshmanan, H., Raman, J., David, P., Wong, K. H., Naidu, M., & Sabaratnam, V. (2016, December 24). Haematological, biochemical and histopathological aspects of Hericium erinaceus ingestion in a rodent model: A sub-chronic toxicological assessment [Abstract]. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 194, 1051–1059
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27816657
  • Li, G., Yu, K., Li, F., Xu, K., Li, J., He, S., ... Tan, G. (2014, April 28). Anticancer potential of Hericium erinaceus extracts against human gastrointestinal cancers [Abstract]. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 153(2), 521–530
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24631140
  • Liang. B., Guo, Z., Xie, F., & Zhai, A. (2013, October 3). Antihyperglycemic and antihyperlipidemic activities of aqueous extract of Hericium erinaceus in experimental diabetic rats. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013(13), 253
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3852124/#__ffn_sectitle
  • Liu, J. H., Li, L., Shang, X. D., Zhang, J. L., & Tan, Q. (2016, May 13). Anti-Helicobacter pylori activity of bioactive components isolated from Hericium erinaceus [Abstract]. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 183, 54–58
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26364939
  • Mori, K., Inatomi, S., Ouchi, K., Azumi, Y., & Tuchida, T. (2009, March). Improving effects of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium erinaceus) on mild cognitive impairment: A double‐blind placebo‐controlled clinical trial [Abstract]. Phytotherapy Research, 23(3), 367–372
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18844328
  • Nagano, M., Shimizu, K., Kondo, R., Hayashi, C., Sato, D., Kitagawa, K., & Ohnuki, K. (2010, August). Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake. Biomedical Research, 31(4), 231–237
    https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/biomedres/31/4/31_4_231/_pdf/-char/en
  • Samberkar, S., Gandhi, S., Naidu, M., Wong, K. H., Raman, J., & Sabaratnam, V. (2015). Lion's mane, Hericium erinaceus and tiger milk, Lignosus rhinocerotis (higher basidiomycetes) medicinal mushrooms stimulate neurite outgrowth in dissociated cells of brain, spinal cord, and retina: An in vitro study [Abstract]. International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms, 17(11), 1047–1054
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26853959
  • Sheng, X., Yan, J., Meng, Y., Kang, Y., Han, Z., Tai, G., ... Cheng, H. (2017, March 22). Immunomodulatory effects of Hericium erinaceus derived polysaccharides are mediated by intestinal immunology [Abstract]. Food & Function, 8(3), 1020–1027
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28266682
  • Wang, M., Konishi, T., Gao, Y., Xu, D., & Gao, Q. (2015). Anti-gastric ulcer activity of polysaccharide fraction isolated from mycelium culture of lion's mane medicinal mushroom, Hericium erinaceus (higher basidiomycetes) [Abstract]. International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms, 17(11), 1055–1060
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26853960
  • Wong, K.-H., Naidu, M., David, P., Abdulla, M. A., Abdullah, N., Kuppusamy, U. R., & Sabaratnam, V. (2011, August 11). Peripheral nerve regeneration following crush injury to rat peroneal nerve by aqueous extract of medicinal mushroom Hericium erinaceus (Bull.: Fr) Pers. (Aphyllophoromycetideae). Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2011
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3176599/
  • Yao, W., Zhang, J. C., Dong, C., Zhuang, C., Hirota, S., Inanaga, K., & Hashimoto, K. (2015, September). Effects of amycenone on serum levels of tumor necrosis factor-α, interleukin-10, and depression-like behavior in mice after lipopolysaccharide administration [Abstract]. Pharmacology, Biochemistry, and Behavior, 136, 7–12
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26150007
  • Yi, Z., Shao-long, Y., Ai-hong, W., Zhi-chun, S., Ya-fen, Z., Ye-ting, X., & Yu-ling, H. (2015, April 16). Protective effect of ethanol extracts of Hericium erinaceus on alloxan-induced diabetic neuropathic pain in rats. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2015
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4415746/
  • Zhang, J., An, S., Hu, W., Teng, M., Wang, X., Qu, Y., ... Wang, D. (2016, November 1). The neuroprotective properties of Hericium erinaceus in glutamate-damaged differentiated PC12 cells and an Alzheimer's disease mouse model. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 17(11), 1810
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5133811/

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Lion's Mane capsules

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*This product does not contain psilocybin* 

60 capsules


One of our all-time favorites! The Lion's mane mushroom! Also called "The smart mushroom" or "The priest of the mountains". In Japan, this mushroom has been used for centuries for its purported mental support and restorative effects. A truly special sight when you meet him in the woods, hanging from a tree stump. What makes Lion's mane so special? The ericenones and erinacins (alkaloids present in Lion's mane) ensure that the body stimulates the production of the body's own substance NGF. NGF stands for nerve growth factor. NGF is required for the growth of certain neurons in our brain. It also plays a role in myelination. A process that provides signal transmission through the nerves. The Foodsporen® Lion's mane capsules are, like all our products, made from the fruit bodies of this special mushroom. We do not use the mycelium that is grown on grain. In this way we can offer you a fair, powerful and pure product. We think exactly what you deserve! In addition, all our extracts, including the Foodsporen® Lion's mane capsules, are standardized to no less than 30% polysaccharides!

The container (the jar) in which you will receive your capsules is made of high quality MIRON® Violetglass and is completely reusable. MIRON glass protects the product against harmful UV radiation, so that the nutrients in the capsules remain optimally protected and the shelf life significantly improves! The jar is also dishwasher safe!

Number of doses: 60 capsules

Product information
Per capsule (400mg):
Lion's Mane 8: 1 (Hericium erinaceus) Fruit Body Extract 400mg

Use:
1 capsule 1 or 2 times daily. Do not take with carbonated drinks or medicines.

Suitable for:
Vegetarians and Vegans

Not suitable for:
During pregnancy, breastfeeding and / or an allergy to one of the ingredients. When in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist. 

Foodsporen® Lion's mane capsules have been specially developed to supplement your daily diet with the healthy nutrients from the before mentioned mushrooms, which are freely available by the body.

Ingredients:
Lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus), microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose (vegetable capsule) 

Due to the legislation surrounding supplements, we are unfortunately not allowed to provide (complete) information about this product.

Specifications

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  • CategoryDaily dose
  • Suitable forvegetarians and vegans
  • Amount per dose400 mg

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the*dose is hereby released of any responsibility for any damages, direct or indirect, which may arise out of applying or failing to apply any information published on this website.