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Lion's mane mushroom
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The experts we follow agree on this.
Lion's mane mushroom may support brain function and mood, but consult your doctor if taking medications.
Who is behind it
Voices including a nutritional sciences PhD, a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator and a certified naturopath.
How strong the research is
Backed by some published research, and by what the experts see in practice.
In their words
“lion's mane mushrooms significantly improve mental functioning while they were using the mushroom”
a molecular biology PhD
It has a lot of promise for neurological benefit.
Example of a nourishing snack that supports energy and nutrition
Lion's mane helps glutamate uptake to enhance brain power.
Medicinal mushrooms have unique benefits including neuroprotection, immune function, gut health, sexual function, and detoxification.
With care
Some of the minds attach conditions. These are worth reading before you begin.
A 49-week double-blind placebo-controlled study showed cognitive improvements and biomarker stabilization in early Alzheimer's patients taking lion's mane.
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The research beneath it
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