Lion's Mane, 600mg - 120 vegan caps

Food supplement in the form of a hard capsule containing lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus) fruiting bodies extract standardised for polysaccharides and beta-glucans.

To support good mood and brain function, in addition to a nutritious diet, regular exercise and sufficient sleep, it is worth considering supplementation with the edible Lion's mane mushroom. The bioactive components it contains exhibit a range of health benefits. They are a source of antioxidants involved in the neutralisation of free oxygen radicals responsible for premature ageing, and also have a positive effect on mental performance, the nervous system and sleep ^[1].

Lion's mane (Hericum erinaceus), otherwise known as bearded tooth fungus or bearded hedgehog, is an edible mushroom commonly found in East Asian countries that has been used for many years to support brain, nervous system and gastrointestinal health ^[1]. Its beneficial properties are due to, among other things, the presence of polysaccharides which include beta-glucans. Beta-glucans have antioxidant effects protecting the body from oxidative stress and act as a fibre that regulates cholesterol absorption, aids proper digestion and is involved in the synthesis of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which are beneficial to our intestines ^[2]. Bearded hedgehog can support the expression of BDNF protein in the brain, which promotes a good