Yamabushitake, Bear's head mushroom, Lion's Mane

Lions Mane is a type of edible mushroom that grows in the temperate forests of the northern hemisphere. It is also known by its scientific names Hericium erinaceus and Hericium abietis. Lions Mane has been consumed in China and Japan for centuries and is considered a medicinal food. Lions Mane is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, and has a sweet flavor and a nutty aroma. Research shows that Lions Mane can help improve sleep, as the fungus increases melatonin levels in the body. With this, Lions Mane supplementation helps with the quality and induction of sleep, and is a good agent in the control of insomnia.

  • Origin: Funghi
  • Source: Itself
  • Type: Herbs, Roots & Barks
  • Age Range: Adults, Seniors
  • Toxicity: May be toxic in high doses
  • Outcomes: Anxiety
Lion's Mane

What are Lion’s Mane benefits?

Lions-mane is an edible mushroom that is native to North America and Europe. This mushroom has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, and it is gaining popularity in the Western world for its potential health benefits. Some of the potential health benefits of consuming Lions-mane include: Boosting cognitive performance and memory, Reducing inflammation, Supporting nerve health, Boosting immune system.

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Lion’s Mane and Anxiety

Anxiety is the body's natural response to stress. It's a feeling of fear or apprehension about what's to come. It can be triggered by a specific situation and not last long - which is very common and ok - or it can be a generalized disorder (which is considered a illness) that can bring harm to everyday life and also cause other conditions like depression.

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Lions Mane is a type of edible mushroom that grows in the temperate forests of the northern hemisphere. It is also known by its scientific names Hericium erinaceus and Hericium abietis. Lions Mane has been consumed in China and Japan for centuries and is considered a medicinal food. Lions Mane is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, and has a sweet flavor and a nutty aroma. Research shows that Lions Mane can help improve sleep, as the fungus increases melatonin levels in the body. With this, Lions Mane supplementation helps with the quality and induction of sleep, and is a good agent in the control of insomnia.