Paul Stamets, renowned mycologist and mushroom expert
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"It's been really good for my confidence!"
...A client of mine shared with me.
He began taking Lion's Mane while he was caring for his wife in advanced stages of Alzheimer's disease.
He began to notice his brain processing time and memory improving immensely.
What a gift!
How many pharmaceuticals or "treatments" from your doctor have given you that kind of self-esteem boost?
I'm willing to bet you don't have to think about the answer to that question for too long…
Raise your hand if you want a sharp brain as you age!
Lion's mane mushroom benefits have been revered for centuries and across multiple continents, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
This captivating species, known as Hericium erinaceus, thrives in lush forests, its appearance strikingly similar to the majestic mane of a lion.
Concealed within the verdant foliage, this remarkable organism is not just captivating in appearance, but also a treasure trove of health benefits, making it an integral part of many cultural legacies.
The Lion's Mane mushroom has a rich history in traditional medicine worldwide.
In traditional Chinese medicine, it's known as "Monkey Head Mushroom" or "Hou Tou Gu" and used for digestive health, cognitive function, and vitality.
In Japan, where it's called "Yamabushitake," it is both a food and medicine, known for its texture and flavor and believed to impart wisdom.
North American indigenous cultures also value its medicinal properties, using it for nourishment and vitality.
Lion's mane mushrooms contain compounds like hericenones and erinacines that stimulate brain cell growth, offering promising benefits for:
A 2020 clinical trial highlighted their potential to delay or prevent neurodegeneration, suggesting they function like a workout for neurons, enhancing their strength and speed.
I will never forget the heartbreaking day my grandfather with Alzheimer's forgot who his entire family was...
And for a lot of families, they too, live with the fear they will succumb to the disease because it is a generational debilitating disease.
Lion's mane may be our first smart mushroom. It is a safe, edible fungus that appears to confer cognitive benefits on our aging population.
Paul Stamets
Lion's mane mushroom benefits also extend a hand in tackling depression and anxiety.
Studies have found that these mushrooms stimulated the growth of neurons in the brain, leading to reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Proof that your answers may lie not just in a pill but in nature's own pantry.
For anyone like myself, who, many years ago experienced the long and treacherous journey with pharmaceutical anti-depressants, lion's mane offers an effective alternative without all of the worrisome and debilitating side effects.
Rich in antioxidants, lion's mane mushrooms are potent allies in boosting immunity.
These mushrooms are particularly useful for fending off seasonal viruses and maintaining optimal immune health.
Lion's mane mushroom benefits don't end with immune support.
According to a 2015 study in the International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms, lion's mane mushrooms can disrupt major inflammatory pathways, thereby moderating the body's inflammatory responses.
By reducing inflammation, lions mane offers significant relief for chronic inflammatory conditions such as autoimmune diseases like:
Chronic inflammation is a superhighway that runs straight to the most deadly diseases out there... Chronic inflammation comes from how we think, how we feel, how we live.
Jeffrey Rediger
The compounds in lions mane mushrooms have been found to lower bad cholesterol levels and triglycerides, and increase good cholesterol, according to a 2013 study with rats in Mycobiology.
Encouragingly though, lion's mane mushrooms have shown promise in slowing the spread of certain cancers including:
...providing yet another ray of hope in the fight against this disease.
"We can't cure cancer, but we manage it”.
Sound familiar?
Translated into layman's terms, this means...
"We will make you suffer from horrific side effects of chemo which also gives you cancer, meanwhile we are making thousands of dollars for each chemo prescription we write."
Maddening, right?!?
Is your blood boiling yet?!?
And you thought you could trust your loved one's life with these doctors...
Meanwhile, lion's mane and several other medicinal mushrooms are shrinking tumors and giving people's lives back like it's their job...
Unlike the oncologists who are just getting rich at the expense of your family.
One of many studies on the topic:
A 2014 study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology shows the promising results of lion's mane mushroom benefits as effective anti-cancer agents against colorectal, liver and gastric cancers.
We've covered a lot of ground about lion's mane mushroom benefits and you might already be on the edge of your seat, amazed and eager.
But there's more...
They also aid in improving digestive health by reducing inflammation and fostering the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
You've probably heard by now the gut is our second brain.
The gut microbiome plays a vital role in regulating mood and behavior.
You might think we've covered all the benefits of lion's mane mushrooms...
But there's more...
They not only show promise in managing diabetes by improving blood sugar control, as indicated by a 2017 study on mice, but they might also help combat obesity by inhibiting fat cell growth.
This humble fungus continues to reveal surprising possibilities for health improvement.
Feeling optimistic?
You should be.
Armed with these tidbits of knowledge, you are now part of a growing community breaking the shackles of standard pharmacological therapy and exploring the wonders of natural remedies.
Historically, medicinal mushrooms have few to zero medication interactions or negative side-effects.
So, you might be wondering...
Where can you find this magical fungus?
Farming lion's mane mushrooms
Lion's mane mushrooms are often available in health food stores and supplements can also be ordered online.
They can be cooked, or extracted to a supplement.
I know you're eager to hop onto Amazon and buy your lion's mane mushroom supplement right away....
But before you do!
A note of caution...
Most medicinal mushroom supplements on the market are absolute shit and filled with fillers.
A deceitful scam and total waste of your money...
So before you do....hold tight.
Read my article on shopping for a legit lion's mane supplement.
Lion's mane mushrooms showcase the remarkable ability of nature to nourish, heal, and inspire, with their extensive health benefits and rich history across various cultures.
As we delve deeper into the secrets of this enigmatic fungus, we grow in our appreciation for nature's interconnectedness and wisdom.
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