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Lion's mane mushroom has a long history of use in East Asian medicine and may offer a number of health benefits, including protecting against dementia
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, helping relieve mild symptoms of depression and anxiety
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, speeding recovery from nervous system injuries
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, protecting against ulcers in the digestive tract
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, reducing risk of heart disease
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, helping manage diabetes symptoms
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, fighting cancer
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, reducing inflammation and oxidative stress
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, and boosting the immune system.
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However, it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
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Lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a mushroom that grows on trunks of dead hardwood trees such as oak. It has a long history of use in East Asian medicine. Lion's mane mushroom might improve nerve development and function. It might also protect nerves from becoming damaged.
LION'S MANE MUSHROOM - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD
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Lion's Mane is a medicinal mushroom that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. Scientific research shows that lion's mane contains a number of health-promoting substances, including antioxidants and beta-glucan, and has been linked to a variety of health benefits, including brain function, depression and anxiety, cancer, diabetes, and more. However, long-term use and side effects of lion's mane supplements are not recommended, and it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
The Health Benefits of Lion's Mane - Verywell Mind
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Inflammation and oxidation. Share on Pinterest. Lion’s mane mushrooms may offer a number of health benefits. Antioxidants may fight both inflammation and oxidation in the body.
Immune function. Lion’s mane mushrooms may enhance the immune system, partly by reducing inflammation and preventing oxidation. Research on mice suggests that lion’s mane mushrooms may boost the activity of the intestinal immune system.
Anxiety and depression. Extracts from lion’s mane mushrooms may be beneficial in the treatment of anxiety and depression. In a 2015 study, mice that consumed lion’s mane mushroom extract displayed fewer depressive behaviors and had blood markers that indicated lower depression.
Cognitive health. It is possible that lion’s mane mushrooms might boost cognitive function, but the existing research is mainly on animals. In one study, lion’s mane dietary supplements appeared to give mice better object recognition and recognition memory.
Lion's mane mushrooms: Benefits and side effects - Medical News Today
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Native to North America, Europe, and Asia, it can be identified by its long spines (greater than 1 cm length), occurrence on hardwoods, and tendency to grow a single clump…
Hericium erinaceus - Wikipedia
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When used for culinary purposes, lion’s mane mushroom has a mild flavor that allows it to blend with a variety of meals and may be used as a plant-based meat…
Lion's Mane Mushrooms – A Couple Cooks
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