Annanda Organics Lion's Mane Mushroom Triple Extract

Experience the full benefits of lion’s mane mushroom in a single product. Annanda's triple-extracted Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract is designed for maximum potency and contains no fillers or binders. Enjoy the compounds found naturally in Lion's mane, which provide immunity, brain, and digestive benefits and those seeking cognition memory improvements.

Annanda Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract contains a variety of beneficial compounds, including polysaccharides and antioxidants, that are linked to enhanced cognitive and immune system function. Its effects, including improved memory, sustained energy, and decreased inflammation.

Annanda Organic extract are made from our own organically cultivated lion's mane, providing beneficial compounds to support brain and nerve development. Rich in antioxidants, this extract can help to support overall mental and physical health.

• Certified Organic*
• Canadian Grown 
• 100% Fruiting Body
• Triple extracted
• Micro filtered 

Ingredients:

Organic* Hericium Erinaceus fruiting body
Organic* Cane Alcohol Spirits
Natural Spring Water

*Certified Organic by Ecocert Canada

Details

100ml / 4 fl.oz
25% alc. vol

Adult Dosage

Adults -  1 dropper pull (.75ml) 2 times per day.  

Cautions & Warnings

Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, using blood thinning medications or herbal products.  

Benefits of Lion's Mane

Alzheimer's and dementia are terrible illnesses that not only affect the sufferer, but also their families and friends. Clinical trials suggest it may help protect against these diseases and improve mild cognitive impairment.

Animal studies indicate that Lion Mane can support the growth and performance of nerves, shielding them from harm. This is of particular interest to science in the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's, Parkinson Disease and multiple sclerosis. Diseases which afflicts nearly 100 million people worldwide.

Research suggests that lion mane dietary supplements have the potential to help with the following conditions: 

• depression and anxiety
• promotes brain health
• promotes antioxidant activity
• target cancer cells
• Improves cognitive health
• protects brain cells
• reduce inflammation
• stimulates nerve cells
• has protective effect
• balance blood sugar levels
• reduces stress
• immune system
• brain injury
• promotes nerve growth
• heart disease
• nervous system
• improved cognitive function
• improves mild cognitive impairment
• has anti inflammatory effects

History of Lion's Mane

Lion's Mane mushroom hericium erinaceus can be found in North America, Europe, and East Asia. It has a long history of being used for various medical purposes.

The ancient Chinese believed mushrooms to be a source of longevity and wisdom. They used the mushroom for digestive problems, long before modern medicine.

It and many other functional mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine. It was historically believed to be a source of longevity and spiritual wisdom. It was also used for a variety of digestive ailments.

In modern times, there are many potential benefits still that are currently being researched. While most of this research is done in test tubes and on animals, the results are promising.

This guide will cover everything you need to know about Lion's Mane, including the latest research on its health benefits.

Boosting Brain Health

Alzheimer's and dementia are terrible illnesses that not only affect the sufferer, but also their families and friends. The mushroom may help protect against these diseases and improve mild cognitive impairment.

It is believed that Lion Mane mushroom benefits the development and function of nerves protecting them from being damaged. This is of particular interest to science in the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's, Parkinson Disease and multiple sclerosis. Diseases which afflicts nearly 100 million people worldwide.

The mushroom is sometimes referred to as the 'smart mushroom' and helps to support cognitive function, memory and mood support and focus.

The mushroom hosts a protective effect with cognitive function by

• Improving object recognition
• Improved recognition memory
• Supporting the nervous system
• Preventing or treating diseases associated with cognitive decline, including Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease

It contains compounds that help stimulate brain cell growth and improve a person's mental functions, including cognition memory and mood.  

The mushroom has been known to stimulate brain growth may help protect against certain conditions like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

It can help protect neurons and boost their functioning. Some of the other fatty acids may also reduce the risk of cell death. The mushroom may also help promote nerve growth factor secretion.

Nerve growth factor is a protein in the brain that helps maintain and organize cholinergic neurons in the central nervous system. It may prevent or treat dementia, as it can help maintain and regenerate neurons to help with regular cognitive function.

The mushroom may also help slow cognitive impairment by combating the buildup of amyloid beta. This substance forms plaques on the brain, causing neuronal damage related to Alzheimer's.

It has been shown to help protect against the onset of dementia. A 2011 report found that this mushroom has properties that could help prevent or slow the progression of this condition.

It also increases the production of nerve growth factor in the brain. Nerve growth factor is a protein that helps keep neurons healthy and can help regenerate them. This is important for normal cognitive function.

Supporting Digestive Health

Lion's Mane may help treat mild to moderate symptoms of colitis. This condition causes inflammation and sores to form in the digestive system. The ulcers caused can form in areas like the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine.

There are two main causes of colitis. The first cause is an overgrowth of bacteria in the gut, called H. pylori. The other is the daily use of NSAIDs, such as aspirin, causing damage to the stomach.

The mushroom contains compounds that can help inhibit the growth of H. pylori, a bacteria that can cause stomach ulcers.

It may also make it effective for conditions such as Irritable Bowel Disease and Crohn's. It may also ease upper abdominal pain helping with inflammatory bowel disease and reduce inflammation in those with chronic atrophic gastritis.

It may also help manage symptoms of liver damage and decrease the risk of stomach ulcers. It is capable of this by preventing the growth of H. pylori and protecting the stomach lining from damage.

The mushroom is also potentially more effective at preventing stomach ulcers caused by alcohol than traditional medicine.

Managing Diabetes and Blood Sugar Levels

Diabetes can be difficult to manage, especially for people with busy lives. It can be added to a treatment regimen to make it easier.

It prevents the body from properly digesting carbohydrates. This leads to lower blood sugar levels. Some studies have shown that it can lower blood sugar levels in both healthy and diabetic mice.

It may increase insulin levels which prevents the body from properly digesting carbs, which may result in lowered blood sugar.

Blood sugar that is chronically high can cause health problems such as:

• Kidney disease
• Diabetic nerve pain
• Impaired vision

By helping maintain blood sugar levels, the mushroom can help prevent the adverse effects of diabetes from occurring.

This includes diabetic neuropathy, a type of nerve damage that is often caused by consistently elevated blood sugar levels.

Different types of diabetic neuropathy can cause different symptoms. However, the most common type tends to cause mild to severe pain or numbness in the hands and feet. In severe cases, diabetic neuropathy can lead to amputation.

Studies shows that it may help ease diabetic nerve pain. As it has the potential to help manage blood sugar levels and may also help prevent diabetic neuropathy from occurring.

Lion's Mane may help treat diabetes, but more research is needed to confirm this.

Maintaining Heart Health

Heart disease is a leading cause of death. Some causes of heart disease are high cholesterol, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle.

Research has shown that Lion’s Mane can lower triglyceride levels.  This reduces your risk for heart disease by positively affecting your cholesterol. A 2010 animal study showed that rats fed high-fat diets were giving lion's mane for a month and had 27% lower triglyceride levels.

It also has the potential to lower a person's overall cholesterol levels and reduce a person's risk for heart disease.  It can potentially lower "bad" triglyceride levels and low-density lipoprotein levels. It may also increase high-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels, otherwise known as the "good" cholesterol.

The mushroom may also help prevent cholesterol from becoming oxidized. When cholesterol molecules become oxidized, they harden and stick to artery walls. When this occurs, it can increase a person's risk of heart attack and stroke.

It also contains a compound that helps decrease the rate at which blood clots. This may reduce the risk of a heart attack and stroke. 

Speeding up Recovery 

The nervous system is composed of the brain, spinal cord, and network of nerves spanning the body. These parts work together to send and receive signals throughout the body, controlling most of the body's functions.

Injuries to the central nervous system often require a high amount of treatment. These injuries can prevent a person and lead to paralysis or death, especially if left untreated.

It may help improve the condition of these injuries by stimulating the growth and self-repair of nerve cells. This can potentially speed up recovery up to to 41%.

Lion's mane may also help reduce the severity of brain damage after a stroke. It has the potential to help prevent or decrease the severity of partial paralysis, speech dysfunction, and brain impairment.

If these experiments are successful, we may see Lion's Mane become part of standard care for stroke victims.

Boosting Immune Health

Lion's Mane mushroom has the potential to boost a person's overall immune health.

It is believed to be able to do this by supporting the immune system found in the gut. By boosting the part of the immune system found in the intestines, the mushroom helps to combat ingested pathogens. 

While everyone can benefit from boosted immune health, Lion's Mane may be especially helpful for those with compromised immune systems.

Its potential to encourage the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut can also boost a person's immunity to diseases.

This gives it the potential to boost the immune system by:

• Decreasing inflammation and oxidation
• Increasing the activity of the intestinal immune system
• Decreasing the impact of autoimmune disorders

Combating Cancer

Like many other functional mushrooms, it has anti-cancer properties. It may help reduce tumor size and decrease the likelihood of cancerous cells spreading to other areas.

Studies have shown the potential of Lion's Mane to prevent certain cancers, such as liver, gastric, and colon cancer.

Lion's mane mushroom is not a substitute for cancer treatments and should not be used as such.

Instead, the mushroom may be more beneficial in conjunction with modern cancer treatments and with the permission of a doctor.

Improving Mood

It may help ease symptoms of depression and anxiety, especially in female patients with menopause symptoms. When menopausal patients took Lion's Mane, they reported less anxiety and concentration problems.

As Lion's Mane has the potential ability to stimulate brain cell growth, including in the hippocampus. The hippocampus controls processes associated with memory and emotional responses. 

By improving the functioning of the hippocampus, Lion's mane mushroom may also help improve emotion regulation. This can potentially reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression in as little as 16 weeks.

Inflammation can be a major factor in causing depression and anxiety. It may also decrease irritation and improve concentration.

Lion's mane mushroom can help reduce inflammation so it is not surprising that it may help treat anxiety and depression.

Unlike most other medicinal treatments for mood regulation, the mushroom does not alter the brain. Instead, it supports hippocampus health and nerve growth to allow for better emotional control.

Lion's Mane Spiritual Benefits

Are you searching for a deeper connection with your spiritual self?   Lion's Mane Mushroom can guide you on this transformative spiritual journey. This magical mushroom has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to enhance spiritual practices and promote a sense of inner peace and harmony. By incorporating Lion's Mane Mushroom into your spiritual routine, you can open the door to profound spiritual experiences and connect with your higher self.

Reducing Inflammation

Chronic inflammation can have a large impact on the body. Heart disease, cancer, and autoimmune disorders are only a few of the conditions they can cause.

The compounds found in the mushroom can help ease the symptoms of these diseases. They can also ease the symptoms of liver injury and stroke.

It  may also help reduce inflammation secreted by the adipose tissue. This may reduce a portion of the health risks related to obesity.

How to Prepare Lion's Mane

Lion's Mane can be taken in a variety of ways and consumed raw or cooked like many other edible mushrooms.

The Lion's Mane mushroom has a fairly mild taste that is somewhat similar to crab, lobster, or scallops.

However, Lion's Mane mushrooms can be cooked in many other types of recipes as well. Many recommend cooking them quickly over high heat with some olive oil, though roasting them might work as well.

Dried Lion's Mane mushroom can also be steeped to make tea, coffee, or other beverage.

Some people believe that tea extracted from hericium erinaceus is a good way to benefit from the mushroom. However, medical reviewers reveal that there is no concrete proof that this is true.

Dietary supplements like lions mane mushroom extract and tinctures are also widely available and offer the most health benefits.

That being said, many recommend sticking with the whole mushroom, whether it is fresh or dried.

The fruiting body of the mushroom is generally considered more effective than its mycelium network.

Lion's Mane Mushroom Side Effects

There is no evidence based adverse side effects. It is non-toxic and considered generally safe to consume. Possible side effects of lions mane may include the following:

• Mild stomach discomfort
• Slowed blood clotting
• Reduced blood glucose levels

If you are allergic to mushrooms, you should avoid taking them. Possible symptoms of an allergy include skin rashes and difficulty breathing.  

If you are pregnant or nursing, seek medical advice before consuming mushrooms. Consult a doctor before giving mushrooms to a child or if you treating any medical condition. 

Where to Buy Canadian Lions Mane

Annanda is a certified organic crop producer of Canadian Lion's Mane Mushrooms.

We cultivate Hericium Erinaceus in our organic facility year round in small batches. Our mushrooms are grown on natural substrate to produce the highest quality and potent mushroom extract.

Lion's Mane mushrooms, also known as the hedgehog mushroom, are becoming popular as a mushroom supplement for overall health. It supports immune function, brain health, nervous system and cognitive function. Read more about Lions mane benefits for Roaring Good Health. 

Annanda Organics is your best source to buy medicinal mushrooms in Canada since 2012.  Certified organic mushrooms native to north america europe and asia that are locally cultivated in small batches. It has been used as traditional chinese medicine for centuries for promoting overall health.

This article is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or medical conditions. Over use of the mushroom may inhibiting the effects of lions mane.  Comments outlined here have not be rated or medically reviewed by the food and drug administration.   If using mushrooms for any health condition consult a healthcare professional prior to use.

Reference:

International journal of medicinal mushrooms

Lion's mane supplements are not a substitute for cancer treatments and should not be used as such.