Side effects and watch-outs
- Generally very well tolerated
- Rare: allergic reaction (if mushroom allergy exists)
- Mild GI upset at high doses
Supplement / Nootropic
Lion's Mane Mushroom (Hericium erinaceus)
Medicinal mushroom with documented NGF (nerve growth factor) stimulation. Promotes neurogenesis and remyelination. Clinical trials show cognitive improvement in mild cognitive impairment. Growing evidence for depression and anxiety reduction. Stacks well with cognitive peptides.
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