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Lion’s Mane

Hericium erinaceus, a mushroom studied for cognitive outcomes.

Small human study

About this ingredient

A small placebo-controlled human trial explored mild cognitive impairment. This is preliminary evidence for a specific preparation, not proof that a 12:1 extract treats Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s. Extraction ratio alone does not specify active-compound content.

Mushroom ingredientsCognitive research

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