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Lion's Mane
Hericium erinaceus
Medicinal Mushroompreliminary evidence
Lion's Mane stimulates nerve growth factor (NGF), valuable for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Its polysaccharides show anti-tumour effects against gastric, colon, and leukemia cells. It also helps combat 'chemo brain' — cognitive impairment during cancer treatment.
Medicinal Properties
NeuroprotectiveImmunomodulatoryAnti-tumourNerve Growth Factor
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Cancer Types Studied
GastricColonLeukemia
Recommended Dosage
500–3000 mg Lion's Mane extract daily, standardised to >30% polysaccharides.
Preparations
Extract Capsules
500–1000 mg dual-extracted powder twice daily.
Fresh Mushroom (Cooked)
Sauté 100–200 g fresh Lion's Mane in olive oil daily. Pleasant seafood-like texture.
NIH / PubMed Research
Links open on PubMed (National Library of Medicine). Research is ongoing — results may not reflect clinical use.
Cautions & Interactions
- Generally very safe
- Avoid if allergic to mushrooms
- Rare: allergic skin reactions
- Digestive discomfort at very high doses
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Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use.