THE MEDICINAL MUSHROOM THAT CONNECTS THE GUT-BRAIN AXIS

Lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus), or simply Hericium, is a medicinal mushroom widely used for its benefits on the body. It is also known as “Yamabushitake”, “Hou Tou Gu” (monkey head mushroom), “hedgehog mushroom” or “pom-pom-blanc”. It is visually appealing due to its imposing globular fruiting body with hanging white thorns which give the impression of a frozen waterfall or the mane of a majestic lion (hence its curious popular name).

ESSENTIAL NOTES ON LION’S MANE

Hericium contains hundreds of bioactive components or active biomolecules such as beta-glucans, hericenones, ergosterol (provitamin D2) or natural GABA, which are studied for their role in the health of the intestinal microbiota (linked to the connection between the gut-brain axis) and neurogenesis.

Currently enjoying growing popularity, this mushroom is the subject of ongoing scientific research:

Gastroenterology (gastrointestinal or digestive health) and immune health: for its role in the care of the intestinal microbiota.

Neurology-nervous system: neurocognitive function (memory – hippocampal function, concentration and attention) and bad mood states.

Integrative support: studies on its activity in combination with conventional treatments and its effect on quality of life.

Hericium erinaceus is an edible mushroom well known in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Asian medicinal cuisine. In fact, lion's mane was first documented in a beautiful Chinese illustration during the Ming dynasty in the 16th century.

Historically, lion's mane is traditionally used to “strengthen the spleen, nourish the intestine and fight cancer”.

In traditional Chinese medicine, the mushroom is said to “nourish the five internal organs (liver, lung, spleen, heart and kidney)”.

Additionally, it is said to “promote good digestion and general vigor, and treat intestinal ulcers.” Finally, it has been used for “insomnia, weakness and hypodynamia” (decreased strength), which are characteristic symptoms of “Qi” (vital force) deficiency in TCM.

PROPERTIES, APPLICATIONS AND USES OF LION’S MANE

Research into its health-promoting properties has accelerated over the past twenty years, making lion's mane a medicinal mushroom with exciting potential.

It has been used traditionally for thousands of years in holistic practices. Buddhist monks took an infusion of this medicinal mushroom to aid concentration during meditation, as they believed it had the power to “clarify the mind and improve cognition.”

Additionally, it has been used throughout history in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to “combat stomach and other digestive system problems.” Today, lion's mane is found throughout the world in the form of a food supplement or supplement in the form of a concentrated extract like our Mico-Leo (organic and standardized in the respective bioactive molecules).

The benefit of the extract is that it is highly concentrated, meaning it can be up to 30 times more potent than an equivalent amount of fresh mushrooms. There are also extracts in liquid form of this medicinal mushroom, particularly for consumption by young children. The latter also contains organic powders of other medicinal mushrooms such as Shiitake (Lentinula edodes), Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) and Panicaut Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii), which act synergistically with the effects of Oyster's Mane. lion. Lion's Mane can also be found as a whole mushroom, fresh or dried. Fresh mushroom can be easily cooked, but should be eaten quickly. The dried mushroom, for its part, can be prepared as an infusion or in the form of a smoothie,

Pure extract of Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) in capsules (Ratio 6:1). Certified organic production. Micosalud extracts form the first line of high concentration food supplements made from standardized organic mushroom extracts. One capsule of extract is equivalent to up to fifteen capsules of mushroom powder

Why is it recommended to take vitamin C with food supplements?

Betaglucans are a type of molecule found in mushrooms. They are structures which, due to their large size, cannot easily pass through the intestinal walls to become incorporated into the blood flow. Taking mushrooms with vitamin C helps to obtain a more viscous (soluble) structure, facilitating their absorption and intestinal assimilation.

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