Description
Evidence Tier · Emerging Evidence
Organic Hericium erinaceus, standardized to 40% polysaccharides.
What It Does
Supports cognitive function and focus.*
How It Works
Lion’s mane contains hericenones and erinacines, compounds that stimulate nerve growth factor synthesis in laboratory studies.
Why This Form
Standardized polysaccharide content stated on the label, with 1,000 mg per serving.
Clinical Evidence
A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in older adults with mild cognitive impairment gave lion’s mane for 16 weeks and measured cognitive scores.¹ A trial in healthy young adults examined acute and 28-day effects on cognition and stress.²
What The Evidence Does Not Show
Human trials are small. This product uses fruiting body and mycelium. The first trial used fruiting body powder at a higher daily dose. Effects in the trial faded after supplementation stopped.
Supplement Facts
| Per Serving | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Organic lion’s mane (fruiting body and mycelium) | 1,000 mg | † |
| Polysaccharides (40%) | 400 mg | † |
† Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients
Organic capsule (pullulan, water), organic pea starch.
Warnings
Discontinue if you experience skin rash. Consult your physician if pregnant, nursing, or taking medication. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is damaged or missing. Store in a cool, dry place.
References
- Mori K, Inatomi S, Ouchi K, Azumi Y, Tuchida T. Improving effects of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium erinaceus) on mild cognitive impairment: a double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Phytother Res. 2009;23(3):367-372. PubMed 18844328
- Docherty S, Doughty FL, Smith EF. The acute and chronic effects of lion’s mane mushroom supplementation on cognitive function, stress and mood in young adults: a double-blind, parallel groups, pilot study. Nutrients. 2023;15(22):4842. Northumbria University. PubMed 38004235
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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