MushroomLion's mane
Preclinical/animal studies promising for nerve growth; human cognition/mood trials small and mixed.
Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
35Calories
2.5gProtein
8gCarbs
0.3gFat
2gFiber
1gSugar
Benefits
- Studied for potential to improve cognition
- mood
- reduce stress. Preclinical benefits for nerve growth
- inflammation
- immune support
- human evidence limited and mixed.
Key compounds
Hericenoneserinacinesbeta-glucansantioxidants
May help with
- cognitive health
- mood support
- immune support
- antioxidant
- gut health
Best for these goals
cognitive healthmood supportimmune supportantioxidantgut health
How to use it
Cooked food; tea; capsules; powders; liquid extracts
Evidence level
Moderate
Cautions & interactions
Safe as food. Supplements may cause mild abdominal discomfort, nausea, skin rash. | Interactions: May interact with blood thinners and affect blood sugar; may counteract immunosuppressants. | Consult clinician: Children, pregnant/breastfeeding, mushroom allergies, blood thinner/immunosuppressant users.
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