Organic Lion's Mane

Yes, Lion’s Mane may help with focus and mental clarity.Lion’s Mane contains compounds like hericenones and erinacines, which are known to stimulate Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) — a key protein involved in brain cell repair and communication. This may help improve cognitive functions such as focus, attention span, and working memory.A 2023 double-blind clinical study even found that a single 1000mg dose of Lion’s Mane significantly enhanced focus, memory, and reaction speed within just two hours, with no reported side effects. This makes it a natural and effective option for those looking to stay sharp during work, study, or periods of mental fatigue.

Many mushroom brands use cheap, mass produced mushrooms from China. At Ethical Nutrition we choose to use Nordic Lion’s Mane grown in Finland and the Netherlands.

The mushroom extraction process takes place in Finland using a non-toxic ultrasonic-assisted extraction method.

This guarantees our Lion’s Mane supplement is organic, chemical free, pure, and powerfully effective.

Ultrasonic-assisted extraction is a non-toxic, chemical-free extraction method that allows us to access the active components in Lion’s Mane.

Without an extraction process these compounds would remain inaccessible, bound up in the tough cell walls of the mushroom.

Ultrasonic-assisted extraction is safer and more effective compared to conventional extraction processes.

It provides:

- A greater yield of active components.

- A shorter and faster extraction time.

- Reduced reliance on additional extraction steps.

- Reduced thermal degradation of heat sensitive mushroom constituents thanks to lower temperatures compared with conventional methods.

- A less energy intensive process which is more environmentally sustainable compared to conventional extraction processes.

- No harsh extraction solvents: instead, this process uses Generally Recognised as Safe (GRAS) solvents such as water to achieve full-spectrum extracts.

Lion’s Mane may benefit people who are wanting to:

- Optimise memory, concentration, attention, and focus.

- Support healthy nerve function and recovery from nervous system injuries.

- Manage anxiety, depression, and mood regulation.

- Optimise immunity.

-  Support a healthy gut microbiome.

We recommend you speak to your healthcare provider before using Lion’s Mane alongside prescription medication or during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

The Nordic Lion’s Mane we use in this product is a GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe) ingredient [1] with minimal reports of side effects. When taken as directed, it is well tolerated.

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