a.k.a Hericium Erinaceus
Your brain is operating at full capacity, you can concentrate intensely, remember effortlessly, and generate new ideas. If there's one mushroom that can help you achieve all this (and more), it’s Lion’s Mane*.
*This information has not been approved by the UK Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). Please note our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
History
Lion’s Mane is not your typical "cap and stem" mushroom. Instead, it grows naturally on hardwood logs worldwide, forming beautiful, snowball-like clusters. Traditionally, this mushroom was used to treat stomach ailments and digestive issues and served as an immune system modulator*. Today, Lion’s Mane is renowned for its remarkable brain-boosting benefits*.
Science behind the benefits
The unique power of Lion’s Mane lies in its hericenones and erinacines, compounds that stimulate the production of Nerve Growth Factor. This factor is crucial for the protection and maintenance of nerve cells, including those in the brain.
There have been many studies which support the benefit claims of this mushroom (check out the peer review journals below). We're excited to witness the world harnessing the power of our incredible Lion's Mane mushrooms.
Peer review journals
Cognitive Support*
Lion’s Mane has demonstrated the ability to enhance brain function in double-blind, placebo-controlled studies*. In one study, participants with mild cognitive impairment took four 250 mg tablets of Lion’s Mane three times daily, resulting in significant improvements in cognitive function*.
A 2019 study found that participants who consumed Lion’s Mane mushroom cookies for 12 weeks showed improved cognitive function and reduced short-term memory deterioration*.
Nerve growth factor (NGF)*
Hericium erinaceus (Lion’s Mane) enhances nerve growth factor (NGF) gene expression and protein secretion in human astrocytoma cells through the JNK signaling pathway. In vivo studies showed increased NGF mRNA in the hippocampus of mice. Active compounds responsible are not hericenones, highlighting potential for neurodegenerative disease treatment.
Mood boosting effects*
Hericium erinaceus (Lion's Mane) has shown potential to improve mood by reducing depression and anxiety. In a study, women consuming Lion’s Mane cookies for four weeks exhibited significantly lower scores on the CES-D and ICI scales compared to the placebo group, indicating enhanced emotional well-being and reduced indefinite complaints.
Myco-nutrients
Lion’s Mane mushroom contains bioactive compounds such as beta-glucan polysaccharides, hericenones, erinacines, sterols, and other nutrients, some of which are water-soluble and others fat-soluble.
Beta-glucans, water-soluble compounds, help support the immune system.
Hericenones and erinacines promote Nerve Growth Factor (NGF).
Gut health
Hericium erinaceus (Lion’s Mane) supports gut health by inhibiting the growth of Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium linked to gastritis and ulcers. Studies show its ethanol extracts have strong bacteriostatic effects on H. pylori, suggesting a direct antibacterial mechanism in addition to its immunomodulating properties.
At Mogo Farm...
We mastered the art of growing Lion's Mane mushrooms. Through many years of experience and expert knowledge, we have designed the farm to provide the optimal environment for our mushrooms to thrive—carefully controlling factors such as temperature, humidity, and light exposure.
Our Lion's Mane tinctures are made from the fruiting body only. This ensures the highest potency and low starch levels. To extract the full spectrum of Lion's Mane, we complete a dual extraction using a combination of alcohol and water. All leftover mushroom is composted and used for nourishing vegetables and herbs on the farm.
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