Lions Mane

Hericium Erinaceus

Common Names: Lion's Mane, Bearded Tooth, Hedgehog Mushroom, Satyr's Beard, Bearded Hedgehog, Pom Pom, Bearded Tooth Fungus

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About

Hericium erinaceus, also known as Lion's Mane mushroom, is a unique and esteemed fungus. Its appearance resembles a lion's mane with long, white, cascading spines. Lion's Mane is highly regarded for its potential nootropic properties, believed to enhance cognitive function and support brain health. It is sought after for its delicate seafood-like flavor and can be found in temperate regions, growing on hardwood trees. Lion's Mane mushrooms can be cultivated and consumed for their potential nootropic benefits, promoting mental clarity and focus. However, it is important to exercise caution and consult with experts before consuming wild mushrooms or using them for medicinal purposes.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

None

Gills:

None

Choosing the Right Products

Look for content guarentees:

Polysaccharides can be misleading as starch is a polysaccharide. Many Lions Mane products are mycelium grown on grain. These supplements often contain large quantities of starches. Look for products that guarantee diterpine or erinacine content.

Cognitive Effects

Memory

Lion's Mane has been shown to potentially support memory and improve cognitive function. It may help enhance both short-term and long-term memory recall.

Focus

Some individuals report improved focus and mental clarity when supplementing with Lion's Mane. It may help enhance cognitive performance, increase alertness, and reduce mental fatigue.

Calm

Studies have shown that Lions Mane may have positive effects on mood and emotional well-being. It is believed to support a healthy stress response and may help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Helps With

Dementia

Shown to enhance nerve growth and alleviate symptoms of neurodegenerative diseases

Alzheimers

Shown to enhance nerve growth and alleviate symptoms of neurodegenerative diseases

Immune System

Boosts immune system through its antioxidant capabilities

Digestion

Reduces inflammation and supports overall gut health

Stress

Lion's Mane may have positive effects on mood and emotional well-being. It is believed to support a healthy stress response and may help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Inflamation

Lion's Mane has anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce inflammation in the body. It is believed to support the immune system and promote overall health and well-being.

Ulcers

Lion's Mane mushroom supports the gut and promotes a sense of calm while preparing the body for a good night's rest.

Insomnia

Lion's Mane mushroom supports the gut and promotes a sense of calm while preparing the body for a good night's rest.

Fertility

This mushroom is believed to support reproductive wellness and hormonal balance.

Gut Microbiome

Known anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce gut inflammation, beneficial for individuals with IBD and other gut disorders. Moreover, Lion's Mane mushrooms can enhance the integrity of the gut lining, reducing the risk of leaky gut syndrome.

Look Alike Species

Hericium Coralloides

Specie:

Hericium coralloides

Edibility:

edible

Differences:Hericium coralloides has more of a coral-like structure, while Hericium erinaceus has long spines giving it a shaggy appearance.

Nutrition Facts (Raw)

Serving Size 100 g
Amount Per Serving
Calories
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.3 g0%
Saturated Fat 0 g0%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg0%
Sodium 0 mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.6 g3%
Dietary Fiber 4.4 g16%
Total Sugars 0 g
Protein 2.5 g5%
Vit A 0 µg 0%B1 0 mg 0%
B2 0 mg 0%B3 0 mg 0%
B6 0.1 mg 6%B9 30 µg 8%
B12 0 mg 0%Vit C 0 mg 0%
Vit D 0.8 µg 4%Vit E 0 mg 0%
Vit K 0 µg 0%Calcium 1.3 mg 0%
Copper 0.2 mg 22%Iron 0.7 mg 4%
Mg 11.7 mg 3%Mn 0.2 mg 9%
Phosph. 94 mg 8%Pot. 443 mg 9%
Selenium 1.8 µg 3%Zinc 0.7 mg 6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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07/18/2024

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The effects accumulate over time.

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07/10/2024

Zack Mooney

Helps with finals! Major Boost

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References


  • Isolation and Evaluation of Erinacine A Contents in Mycelia of Hericium erinaceus Strains

  • Hericium erinaceus has long been favored for its remarkable nutritional and health-promoting benefits, and erinacine A is the key component responsible for the neuroprotective properties of H. erinaceus. Establishing an efficient method for separating erinacine A from H. erinaceus and screening the erinacine A-enriched strains is crucial to maximizing its benefits. Herein, we first reported that high-speed counter current chromatography (HSCCC) is an effective method for separating high-purity erinacine A.

    2024

  • Effect of erinacine A-enriched Hericium erinaceus supplementation on cognition: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot study

  • Population aging has led to an increased interest in various dietary supplements in order to preserve cognitive function. The aim of our study was to examine the effects of Hericium erinaceus supplementation (HE) on cognitive function and serum levels of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and Neuropeptide Y (NPY). An 8-week double-blind comparative study involved 33 subjects, randomly assigned to a HE group and a placebo (P) group.

    2024

  • Medicinal Mushrooms: Their Bioactive Components, Nutritional Value and Application in Functional Food Production—A Review

  • Medicinal mushrooms, e.g., Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus (Bull.) Pers.), Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P. Karst.), Chaga (Inonotus obliquus (Ach. ex Pers.) Pilát), Cordyceps (Ophiocordyceps sinensis (Berk.) G.H. Sung, J.M. Sung, Hywel-Jones and Spatafora), Shiitake (Lentinula edodes (Berk.) Pegler), and Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor (L.) Lloyd), are considered new-generation foods and are of growing interest to consumers. They are characterised by a high content of biologically active compounds, including (1,3)(1,6)-β-d-glucans, which are classified as dietary fibre, triterpenes, phenolic compounds, and sterols.

    2023

  • Neuroprotective Effects of Erinacine A on an Experimental Model of Traumatic Optic Neuropathy

  • Erinacine A (EA), a natural neuroprotectant, is isolated from a Chinese herbal medicine, Hericium erinaceus. The aim of this study was to investigate the neuroprotective effects of EA in a rat model of traumatic optic neuropathy. The optic nerves (ONs) of adult male Wistar rats were crushed using a standardized method and divided into three experimental groups: phosphate-buffered saline (PBS control)-treated group, standard EA dose-treated group (2.64 mg/kg in 0.5 mL of PBS), and double EA dose-treated group (5.28 mg/kg in 0.5 mL of PBS). After ON crush, each group was fed orally every day for 14 days before being euthanized.

    2023

  • Hericerin derivatives activates a pan-neurotrophic pathway in central hippocampal neurons converging to ERK1/2 signaling enhancing spatial memory

  • The traditional medicinal mushroom Hericium erinaceus is known for enhancing peripheral nerve regeneration through targeting nerve growth factor (NGF) neurotrophic activity. Here, we purified and identified biologically new active compounds from H. erinaceus, based on their ability to promote neurite outgrowth in hippocampal neurons. N-de phenylethyl isohericerin (NDPIH), an isoindoline compound from this mushroom, together with its hydrophobic derivative hericene A, were highly potent in promoting extensive axon outgrowth and neurite branching in cultured hippocampal neurons even in the absence of serum, demonstrating potent neurotrophic activity.

    2023

  • Erinacine S from Hericium erinaceus mycelium promotes neuronal regeneration by inducing neurosteroids accumulation

  • Erinacines derived from Hericium erinaceus have been shown to possess various health benefits including neuroprotective effect against neurodegenerative diseases, yet the underlying mechanism remains unknown. Here we found that erinacine S enhances neurite outgrowth in a cell autonomous fashion. It promotes post-injury axon regeneration of PNS neurons and enhances regeneration on inhibitory substrates of CNS neurons.

    2023

  • Neuroprotective Metabolites of Hericium erinaceus Promote Neuro-Healthy Aging

  • Frailty is a geriatric syndrome associated with both locomotor and cognitive decline, typically linked to chronic systemic inflammation, i.e., inflammaging. In the current study, we investigated the effect of a two-month oral supplementation with standardized extracts of H. erinaceus, containing a known amount of Erinacine A, Hericenone C, Hericenone D, and L-ergothioneine, on locomotor frailty and cerebellum of aged mice. Locomotor performances were monitored comparing healthy aging and frail mice. Cerebellar volume and cytoarchitecture, together with inflammatory and oxidative stress pathways, were assessed focusing on senescent frail animals.

    2021

  • Preclinical Bioavailability, Tissue Distribution, and Protein Binding Studies of Erinacine A, a Bioactive Compound from Hericium erinaceus Mycelia Using Validated LC-MS/MS Method

  • Erinacine A, derived from the mycelia of Hericium erinaceus, has attracted much attention due to its neuroprotective properties. However, very few studies have been conducted on the bioavailability, tissue distribution, and protein binding of erinacine A. This study aimed to investigate the bioavailability, tissue distribution, and protein binding of erinacine A in Sprague-Dawley rats. After oral administration (po) and intravenous administration (iv) of 2.381 g/kg BW of the H. erinaceus mycelia extract (equivalent to 50 mg/kg BW of erinacine A) and 5 mg/kg BW of erinacine A, respectively, the absolute bioavailability of erinacine A was estimated as 24.39%.

    2021

  • Influence of Short-Term Consumption of Hericium erinaceus on Serum Biochemical Markers and the Changes of the Gut Microbiota: A Pilot Study

  • Hericium erinaceus (H. erinaceus) is widely studied as a medicinal and edible fungus. Recent studies have shown that H. erinaceus has protective effects for diseases, such as inflammatory bowel disease and cancer, which are related to gut microbiota. To investigate the benefits of H. erinaceus intake on gut microbiota and blood indices in adulthood, we recruited 13 healthy adults to consume H. erinaceus powder as a dietary supplement. Blood changes due to H. erinaceus consumption were determined by routine hematological examination and characterized by serum biochemical markers.

    2021

  • Hericium erinaceus enhances neurotrophic factors and prevents cochlear cell apoptosis in senescence accelerated mice

  • This study aimed to investigate the effects of Hericium erinaceus (HE) on auditory function. Twenty-four 9-month-old male senescence-accelerated prone 8 (SAMP8) mice were randomly and equally assigned to the control group (group A) and two groups supplemented with 215.25 (group B) or 430.5 mg/kg BW of HE (group C) for 12 weeks. Compared with group A, group C had significantly smaller threshold shifts by auditory brainstem responses at the end of study.

    2020