Description
Lion’s Mane is a mushroom that resembles, well… the mane of a lion. This odd-looking fungus is most well-known for providing brain-boosting or nootropic effects
Benefits:
● Alzheimers/ Dementia
Prevents amyloid-beta proteins build up (calcification) in the brain.
Promotes a healthy Hippocampus (portion of brain responsible for memories and emotional responses).
● Menopause
Reduced feelings of irritability and anxiety by stimulating the nerve growth factor (NGF).
● Brain Injury
Stimulates the growth and repair of nerve cells.
Reduces brain damage in persons that have suffered a stroke.
● Heart Disease
Improves fat metabolism.
Less weight gain.
Prevents oxidation of cholesterol in blood.
Prevents atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).
● Diabetes
Manages blood sugar levels by blocking the enzyme alpha-glucosidase which limits
the digestion of high carbohydrates = lower blood sugar.
Reduces diabetic nerve pain in hands and feet.
● Digestive health
Prevents the growth of H. Pylori (bacteria) in the gut.
Reduced inflammation in intestinal tract greatly assisting in IBS (irritable bowel
syndrome, ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease).
● Cancers
Contains Erinacerins which consume and eradicate cancer cells.
Contains Cerebrosides which promote muscle and nerve tissue growth.
● Oxidative stress and Inflammation
Contain Oligosaccharides that are antioxidative and have immune stimulating
functions relieving the brain fog, pain, fatigue and other symptoms associated with
autoimmune diseases and chronic illness.
● Boosts Immune System
Promotes a healthy gut microbiome by increasing the activity of the intestinal immune
system caused by consumed and inhaled pathogens.
● Fights Anxiety and Depression
Promotes a healthy gut microbiome by increasing the activity of the intestinal immune
system caused by consumed and inhaled pathogens.
Important Note: Lion’s mane mushroom may interact with certain OTC prescription drugs, including antidepressants and antianxiety medications, so it’s always important to check with your doctor before supplementing with lion’s mane.