Hericum erinaceus: criniere de lion

The perfect medicinal mushroom

Hericium erinaceus or Lion's Mane mushroom is considered a naturally derived prebiotic, as it has a high fiber content. What's more, numerous studies praise its ability to improve certain digestive problems (regularity, reflux, inflammation,. . . ), food intolerances and allergies.

But what really makes this curious medicinal mushroom stand out is its regenerative action on memory loss, dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases.

This text is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice. Before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle routine, it is advisable to consult a qualified healthcare professional. Likewise, it's important to note that research into the possible benefits of medicinal mushrooms is limited, and further research is ongoing to fully understand their effects on the human body. 

If you'd like to experience for yourself the benefits of this healing and medicinal mushroom, we suggest these products made from lion's mane extract:

• • Fresh lion's mane, freshly harvested and organically grown
  • Dehydrated and laminated Hericium erinaceus, organically grown
  • Dehydrated powdered lion curd, ORGANIC

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Hericium erinaceus

• Japanese: Yamabushitake
• Chinese: Houtou
• Usual name in Spanish: Lion's mane
• English: Lion's mane - Hedgehog mushroom
• Scientific name: Hericium erinaceus

Characteristics of Hericium erinaceus or Lion's Mane

It's a edible mushroom with white somewhat leathery flesh, highly prized gastronomically in China and Japan (taste similar to lobster). Nutritionally, it stands out for its high protein content and important minerals that are often scarce in the usual diet, such as selenium, germanium and zinc.

Properties of Lion's Hair

It contains several polysaccharides with antitumor effects such as FI-1a and FIII 2b, Herinacin Ie, Herinacin H and other Hericinacins. It also contains Hericinones A, B, C, D and E, which induce the production of the hormone nerve growth factor (NGF = neuronal growth factor).

This mushroom has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for the treatment of gastrointestinal problems.

Main benefits of Lion's Mane

Its regenerative action on the epithelium of the gastrointestinal mucosa, makes it one of the remedies indicated for cases of gastric and duodenal ulcers, chronic inflammation of the mucosa, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease and similar.

The property of regenerating the epithelium contributes to the recovery of the impermeability of the digestive tract and the re-establishment of healthy intestinal flora, the first step in avoiding pathologies resulting from leaky gut syndrome.

Lion heart to stimulate memory and neurons

Various studies have demonstrated the action of Hericins as stimulators of neuron renewal and the protective myelin sheath.

Other clinical studies concerning this action of the mushroom indicate its usefulness in many nerve pathologies, from its adaptogenic action against stress and insomnia to the development of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

The hormone NGF plays an important role in peripheral neuropathies, particularly those associated with diabetes. A study on laboratory animals also demonstrated the hormone's action against retinal degeneration, a frequent cause of blindness in industrialized countries. Regeneration of the myelin sheath is a decisive factor in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.

Immunoregulatory activity of Hericium erinaceus

Contains polysaccharides with immunoregulatory activity, particularly indicated for the treatment of permeable bowel syndrome. Also polysaccharides stimulating the immune system and with antitumor action.

The mushroom is very rich in SOD (SuperOxideDismutase) a powerful antioxidant that prevents against all types of cellular degeneration, from cancer to Alzheimer's disease.

Contraindications for Lion's Mane

• • Because it is immunomodulatory it should not be consumed if immunosuppressive compounds are taken.
  • Do not administer during pregnancy and breastfeeding or to children under 6

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• In case of allergy to mushrooms, do not administer.

How to consume lion's mane

There are several extracts of this mushroom on the market, although it's recommended to use the pure standardized extract from organic production and contained in a vegetarian capsule. In this way, it is guaranteed to be a natural extract that has been obtained by non-denaturing biotechnological processes.

In what pathologies is the consumption of lion's mane recommended?

• Gastritis
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (hiatal hernia) Gastric or duodenal ulcer
• Digestive difficulties
• Intestinal dysbiosis
• Food allergies and intolerances Permeable bowel syndrome Mucosal inflammation
• General intestinal inflammation Ulcerative colitis
• Crohn's disease
• Multiple sclerosis
• Retinal degeneration
• Neuropathies of diabetic origin or derived from alcoholism Stress
• Insomnia
• Depression
• Asthma
• Anxiety
• Alzheimer's
• Parkinson

The best Lion's Mane brand

As you may have seen previously, the benefits of Lion's Mane for the body are numerous, in particular the Lion's Mane capsules help with nervous system health, cognitive activity or improved immune function.

One of the benefits of the dietary supplement is that there are hundreds of options for acquiring it, you can get packs of 30 capsules, 60 or 70, as well as tailoring the treatment to the days you want by choosing certain packs or others. That's why there are no better brands than others, simply products that adapt more to your needs and match what you're looking for.

This text is for information purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice. Before making any changes to your diet or lifestyle, it is recommended that you consult a qualified healthcare professional. Likewise, it's important to note that research into the potential benefits of medicinal mushrooms is limited and further research is still ongoing to fully understand their effects on the human body. 

Health and medicinal mushrooms!