#1.3 Lion's Mane Mushroom Tincture

This mycomedicinal is a potent nootropic that has extensive traditional use and is highly revered as a nervous system tonic. This popular mushroom acts to boost cognitive function, enhance memory and facilitate neuroplasticity. Lion's Mane is a rich source of anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-microbial qualities. 

It is known as the ‘Mountain Priest Mushroom’.

Ingredients: Lions Mane mushroom Hericium erinaceus

Scientists have discovered an interesting compound in Lions Mane called Erinacine, found to be a kappa opioid receptor binding inhibitor. These are powerful anti-convulsants that are neuro-protective in epilepsy, stroke and brain/spinal cord injury patients.  Extracts of Lions Mane have been found to induce the synthesis of nerve growth factor (NGF), which is required by the brain for developing and maintaining important sensory neurons. For this reason it has been heavily studied in the prevention and treatment of Alzheimers. Taking this one step further- Lions Mane has been a hot topic for students around the world- aiding in memory, focus and mental clarity; something that everyone can benefit from!

In Traditional Chinese Medicine it has been used to treat digestive disorders, gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers and chronic gastritis. Lions Mane contains five significant polysaccharides and polypeptides that enhance the immune system and show significant inhibitory effect on sarcoma 180, as well as cancers of the stomach, esophagus and skin. 

Furthermore it is a delicious edible mushroom and tastes great sautéed with butter!