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Lion's Mane (Neuroregeneration)

NGF-upregulating mushroom — included in post-use stacks for neurotrophic support.

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Overview

NGF-upregulating mushroom — included in post-use stacks for neurotrophic support.

Natural sources
  • Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
  • Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
  • Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
Common forms
  • Capsule or softgel
  • Powder
  • Sublingual or buccal
  • Liposomal liquid

Mechanism of action

Hericenones and erinacines stimulate NGF synthesis in astrocytes, supporting axonal repair.

Pathways
  • · Hericenones
  • · erinacines stimulate NGF synthesis in astrocytes, supporting axonal repair

Effects on the body

Supports
Modest cognitive improvement in mild cognitive impairment

Organ system effects

Brain & CNS

Lion's Mane (Neuroregeneration) acts on central nervous system targets implicated in attention, memory, and neuroprotection.

Evidence-based benefits

Modest cognitive improvement in mild cognitive impairment

Limited evidence

Potential side effects

Common
    Rare
    • · Skin rash
    Serious

      Drug interactions

      Prescription medications (general)
      Always disclose Lion's Mane (Neuroregeneration) use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.
      minor

      Safety & non-supplemental interactions

      Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.

      Avoid if you are
      • ·Pregnant or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
      • ·Children under 18 (unless directed by a clinician)
      Other notes
      • ·Discuss with a clinician if you have active liver disease or take hepatotoxic medications.

      Supplement interactions

      Pairs well with
      • Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)
        Membrane fluidity and neuronal signaling support.
      • Alpha-GPC or CDP-choline
        Provides choline substrate for acetylcholine synthesis.
      Avoid combining with

      No specific avoidances listed.

      Dosing & bioavailability

      Typical dose
      500–1000 mg dual-extract BID
      Best form
      Most evidence is based on the capsule or softgel form.
      Timing
      Consistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
      With food?
      Optional

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      Scientific evidence8Show studies
      RCTPhytother Res · 2009

      Improving effects of Hericium erinaceus on mild cognitive impairment

      Mori K, et al.

      16-week RCT of Lion's Mane in 50–80 y olds with MCI.

      Key findings

      Significant cognitive improvement that regressed after discontinuation.

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

      PubMed: Lion's Mane (Neuroregeneration) — Modest cognitive improvement in mild cognitive impairment

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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      Systematic reviewGoogle Scholar · 1970

      Google Scholar: Lion's Mane (Neuroregeneration) — clinical evidence

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