Botanical sample - Hericium erinaceus (Lion's Mane) (Reishi) 10g

This item comes with: 10 grams of botanical mushroom sample.

The Hericium erinaceus mushroom, also known as the lion's mane, is highly prized in many regions for its unique flavor. It is widely appreciated by haute cuisine chefs. This mushroom is native to North America, Europe and Asia, but is also cultivated globally. It has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine and ancient medical practices due to its remarkable health benefits.

This nutritious mushroom is known for its unique composition, rich in polysaccharides and other nutrients that confer various benefits. As well as being the only known nootropic mushroom, Hericium erinaceus offers advantages such as the possible prevention of neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. It can also contribute to heart health, protect against inflammatory digestive problems, reduce inflammation, relieve oxidative stress, improve mental health, strengthen the immune system and help prevent diabetes. For all these reasons, it is widely considered to be one of the most popular food mushrooms in the world.

In addition, it is important to mention that Hericium erinaceus mushrooms are often dehydrated and vacuum-packed with silica to prevent moisture absorption, thus guaranteeing their quality and durability.

Store in a sealed, gluten-free container.

Botanical specimen marketed exclusively for fungal collections or for botanical studies and microscopy.

Its medicinal use:

• Booster of cognitive functions: concentration, focus, memory;
• Neuroprotective;
• Natural nootropic;
• Increases cognitive function scores in patients with mild cognitive problems and dementia;
• Induces neural growth factor (NGF) synthesis;
• Prevents the development of type 2 diabetes;
• Improves digestion and relieves gastritis (L.reuteri + Lions Mane);
• Improves the functioning of the immune system;
• Action to combat depression and anxiety;
• Protective effect in Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and dementias;
• Antioxidant;
• Aids weight loss;
• Increases cardiovascular health;
• Maintains the health of the nervous system;
• It is rich in ericenones and erinacins, bioactive compounds;
• It is rich in B vitamins, especially B1, B6, B9 and B12;
• Low in calories (on average 33 calories per 100 grams);
• Source of lipids;
• Source of fiber;
• Source of iron and zinc;
• Source of vegetable protein;
• Low fat content (0.2%).