Lion’s Mane Organic Dual Extract

Rated 4.93 out of 5 based on 14 customer ratings

$29.99

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Lion’s Mane – The Mushroom for the Brain

Hericium erinaceus (popularly known as Lion’s Mane, due to its appearance) is a type of edible mushroom found on hardwoods in North America, Asia and Europe.

This mushroom has astounding mental regenerative abilities, unlike any other mushroom. This makes it a potent nootropic for the enhancement of the mind.

It possesses the ability to stimulate the growth of neurons in the astrocytes by increasing NGF mRNA expression. In one study in particular, it found in mice that the hippocampus (our main long-term memory storehouse) was particularly influenced ⁽¹⁾.*

It can even look like a brain, all white matter!

It appears as cascading hairs on a ball-like hard core, much like the back of a Lion’s head. It has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine for immunity and to improve digestion.

Lion’s Mane Mushroom and the Brain

- - Nerve Growth Factors (NGF), i.e. stimulates the growth of neurons ^{(1)(2)(4)(5)*}
  - Helps repair the brain from physical damage ^(3)(5)(6)*
  - Helps prevent or slow age-related mental degradation^(5)*
  - Has mood regulating effects from the NGF and other non-NGF factors ^(4)*
  - Has been shown to increase ‘curiosity’ of objects in the world in animal studies*

Really important to realize is that the effects of this nootropic herb have been found to level off particularly fast after use is stopped (around 2-4 weeks) ⁽¹⁾.*

To gain the potential benefits, it is therefore recommended that consumption of Lion’s Mane mushroom extract takes place every day. The culinary use of Lion’s Mane by the Chinese shows that this is a safe habit to practice.

And Many More Benefits

But Lion’s Mane mushroom extract isn’t just good for the mind. Consumption of this mushroom, whether in whole form or as an extract, has been shown to potentially provide the following benefits.

- - Promotes cellular apoptosis ^{(4)(7)(8)(9)(10)*}
  - Provides a cascade of nutrients ^{(11)(12)(13)*}
  - Anti-fatigue properties ^(14)*
  - High antioxidant containing as all mushrooms are ^(13)*
  - 20% protein by volume
  - Wound healing abilities when applied topically ^(12)(15)*
  - Gastrointestinal protective effects ^(4)(16)(17)*
  - Anti-inflammatory ^(5)(18)*

Compliments of North American Reishi/Nammex

Two Variations to Choose From

We’re happy to offer not just one type of Lion’s Mane, but two…

Decide which is best for you and scroll back up and select the appropriate option from the two choices.

Organic Lion’s Mane 1:1 Water Extract

Our Lion’s Mane is a 1:1 water extraction of real lion’s mane mushrooms, grown on wood in greenhouses with natural light, fresh air and using organic methods. (Essentially, this is the full fruiting bodies with minimal processing.)

Our lion’s mane mushroom extract is NOT a mycelium grown on grain substrate. It is guaranteed to have at least 25% beta glucans.

The recommended dosage is 2-5 grams per day. This is approximately ½ teaspoon to 1 tsp twice daily. As a mushroom, it is safe to use even in higher doses too.

Organic Lion’s Mane 8:1 Dual Extract

According to at least one paper, an alcohol extract may be best to bring out the NGF activity of Lion’s Mane. (1) But other research disagrees with this. The science around lion’s mane mushroom is still in it’s infancy.

Still, that’s why we’ve made this dual extracted (meaning with both alcohol and water) lion’s mane available. Triterpenes, including the hericenones and erinacines, are known to extract better in alcohol. That’s not to say that our other extract isn’t helpful, just that this one MAY be better, especially for the neurological benefits.

In addition to using both alcohol and water, this is an 8:1 extract meaning it is eight times as powerful. Of course, it is started with the same quality, organic real lion’s mane mushrooms, and not mycelium.

A smaller dose of 1 to 2 grams, or approximately ¼ to ½ tsp per day, is recommended.

Both lion’s mane extracts are the same price, but the size is different. The 1:1 is 100 grams, while the 8:1 is a smaller bag of 30 grams.

We often get asked if we’re a bulk wholesale supplier of Lion’s Mane organic medicinal mushrooms. We’re not at this time.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Additional information

Dimensions	8 × 5 × 2 in
Dosage	1:1 Water Extract 1-3 Tsp Daily 8:1 Dual Extract ¼ to ½ Tsp Daily
Size & Servings	100g / 20-50 Servings Per Bag 30g / 15-30 Servings Per Bag
Type	1:1 water extraction (100 Grams) 8:1 Dual Extract (30 Grams)
Active Components	>25% Beta-d-Glucans
Product Of	China
Certified 100% Organic	Yes
Dietary	Gluten Free, Paleo Friendly, Vegan Friendly
Does Not Contain	GMO's, Fillers, Preservatives, Added Sugar, Artificial Flavorings or Colorings
ISBN	0672713232391
Alt. Title	Organic Lion's Mane Premium Nootropic 1:1 Water Extraction 100g
Alt. Short Description	100% organic Lion's Mane is a potent nootropic for the enhancement of the mind – helps enhance mood and stimulate the brain.

References

Lab Results

Lion’s Mane Water Extract

Lion’s Mane Dual Extract

FAQ

Details about Lion’s Mane:

What is lion's mane?

Hericium erinaceus (popularly known as Lion’s Mane, due to its appearance) is a type of edible mushroom found on hardwoods in North America, Asia and Europe. Other species of hericium are also often used.

Is this made of real lion?

No lion’s were harmed in the creation of this powder. It’s a mushroom, not a mammal.

What is lion's mane used for?

Besides as a culinary item, the main thing that people are taking lion’s mane for is for its benefits to the brain and nervous system. It increases nerve growth factors (NGF), and as such, is a hot area for research.

Quality:

Is this organic?

Yes! Our lion’s mane is certified organic.

How is it grown?

Our Lion’s Mane is grown on wood in greenhouses with natural light, fresh air and using organic methods. Our lion’s mane is NOT a mycelium grown on grain substrate.

What type of extract is this?

We have two versions available. The first is called a 1:1 water extraction. Essentially, hot water is run over the real lion’s mane mushrooms and then that is powdered down. The second is an 8:1 dual extract, meaning both water and alcohol are used, and this extract is concentrated down to be eight times as powerful.

What are the active compounds?

The science on this is still in its infancy. Some of the active compounds of lion’s mane are beta-glucans, hericinones and erinacenes. At this time, we do not have numbers for the hericinones and erinacenes.

What percentage of beta-glucans does your lion’s mane have?

The 1:1 extract is guaranteed to have at least 25% beta-glucans. The 8:1 is guaranteed to have at least 15%, though the latest batch had 23.9%. This extract has a lower number as it will be more concentrated in the other components.

Is an alcohol extract better?

The research is not clear on this, though some of it points to an alcohol extract being better for the neurological benefits. That’s why we’ve added the 8:1 dual extract variation available so that this is available.

How to Take:

How do I take lion's mane?

For the 1:1 water extract, recommended dosage is 2-5 grams per day. This is approximately ½ teaspoon to 1 tsp twice daily. As a mushroom it is safe to use even in higher doses too.For the 8:1 dual extract, a smaller dose of 1 to 2 grams, or approximately ¼ to ½ tsp per day, is recommended.

Can I put it in coffee?

Yes! In fact mixing it with coffee has all sorts of health benefits for you. One major benefit is that it tastes much better in coffee than by itself!

How does the powder taste?

To be frank, it does not taste great by itself. We recommend mixing it with a bit of warm water (so it mixes well) and taking a shot to minimize the taste. Mixing it with coffee, tea or other liquids is a great idea too, as it masks the taste. The 8:1 extract has a stronger, more bitter taste than the 1:1. Some have described it as tasting similar to cat food (how they know this we didn’t ask).

How long to take lion's mane?

Since it’s a pretty safe herb you can take lion’s mane for months, possibly even years.

How long will one bag last?

It depends on the dosage you consume. However, one bag will last typically last you between 1 to 2 months for either the 1:1 or 8:1.

Can I take it every day?

You can and it is recommended, especially if you’re going to be using it as a nootropic.

When to take lion's mane?

You can take lion’s mane at any time during the day.

Can I make a tincture using this?

Yes, you can with the 1:1 water extract. We would not recommend with the 8:1. You can follow the steps as outline in this how to make herbal tinctures article. https://lostempireherbs.com/herbal-tinctures/

Effects:

How long until you notice effects from lion's mane?

Lion’s mane’s nootropic effects are not immediate. Therefore it’s necessary to consume it for at least 2-3 weeks. It may be one of those things with subtle effects that you only notice when you stop taking it, because of the contrast. However, some people that use lion’s mane for other reasons, such as ALS or MS and have reported seeing results within days.

Will lion’s mane help with my memory and cognition?

It should. This is what brings most people to lion’s mane, as it’s been shown in clinical studies to to enhance cognition and memory recall. One study done with 50-80 year old individuals diagnosed with mild cognitive decline showed a “significant increase in scores on the cognitive function scale without any adverse effects”*.

Will lion’s mane help with nerve repair?

Multiple scientific studies have suggested that lion’s mane may be helpful with nerve repair.

Side Effects and Contraindications:

Is lion's mane safe?

Yes, lion’s mane is very safe to consume and nontoxic. The mushrooms are used the world over (where it grows) as a regular food item. In clinical studies little to no side effects were found from using lion’s mane.

Is this safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women?

This mushroom should be completely safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women. at normal dosages.

Who should take lion's mane?

Lion’s mane is an excellent herb for professionals, students, business folk, and anyone over 50 years old who wants to keep their mind sharp into their later years.

Interactions with medication and combinations with other herbs:

Can this be taken with other herbs?

Definitely! In fact, we recommend lion’s mane in combination with any of our mushrooms, herbs and formulas.

I am on prescription medication, can I still take lion’s mane?

Although lion’s mane is generally safe and nontoxic, it’s best you consult a healthcare practitioner first.

14 reviews for Lion’s Mane Organic Dual Extract

Rated 5 out of 5

Antonio Da Silva (verified owner) – January 14, 2018

Wow! My memory has improved a lot! For example, I earned a coupon code on a different site. When I get them I take a screen shot with my i-pad. I usually refer back to it 2-3 times to get it correctly! Now I still remember the code from yesterday! Ll-oicnuanz. Ok just checked the screen shot and I missed the letter b at the end, however that is a drastic improvement over checking the photo 3 times! Also I love these herbs because I take all of them until they are empty. The only exception is bought some Rhodiola and didn’t take it all because I didn’t want to take Bacopa and Rhodiola together. Now I finished my Bacopa and thanks to Lion’s mane I still have a great memory and can finish my Rhodiola! Love love love these herbs! I can see why they offer such a great money back guarantee be ause in my experience you will, want more herbs! I know I do! Every herb I have tried has knocked it out of the park!
Rated 5 out of 5

Kay Richards (verified owner) – October 13, 2017

I have been giving my son lion’s mane for 1 1/2 years due to a severe traumatic brain injury. I only came across your website a couple of months ago and decided to try your lion’s mane due to the fact that it is grown on wood, not rice. Some manufacturers state that mycelium is the best and others say extract is the way to go. How is a person supposed to know what to use? I am looking forward to your release of the more potent lion’s mane. Any idea when this will happen? He is non-verbal so he can’t tell me how the mushrooms make him feel but, I have noticed an improvement with Lost Empire lion’s mane. He has tried Ziziphus for sleep but I haven’t noticed any longer duration of sleep. Maybe a longer trial will bring results. I am also hoping the bacopa is in stock soon. He desperately needs extra energy to make it through the day.
- Zane Christopher – October 19, 2017
  
  Hi Kay, really sorry to hear about your son. I will answer you here and in an email as well to make sure you see this. Lion’s Mane requires a lot more research as mycelium v. mushroom or water-extracted v. alcohol-extract seem to show conflicting things. Our policy with lion’s mane is if it’s working for you, no matter how its made, then just keep using it. You have to find what works for you and your family, bottom line. Doesn’t matter what the literature says as we have no way of knowing the quality of the products they use unless they tell us which most don’t seem to. So personal experience is how a person can figure out what works. Because of the whole, which is better, alcohol or water extract LM, we are releasing a dual extracted version in November, 2017. We will still offer the pure water-extract version as well as it will be much cheaper and people might not want to do the other one. I love the new stuff even more than the old! So much stronger to me.
  
  You may want to try the albizzia for sleep or even the ashwagandha tincture. Both help with sleep in their own way. Hope this helps some. The email will have more. Thanks for the questions and god speed!
Rated 5 out of 5

James Lunsford (verified owner) – May 27, 2017

I have recently finished using my Lion’s Mane. Though I don’t feel as if I need it anymore (I find the body tells me all I need to know about it if I just listen to it), I find it amazing! Because of this herb, I was able to finally relax and recover from an extremely stressful period in my life. This must be the easing of brain inflammation you listed. I really enjoy your website. Because of all your products (with superior quality) I have made this my main source for any herbal product. I already use your pine pollen (both powder and tincture, though I am on my last bottle of tincture as I think it is becoming a bit too much now), pearl (immediate effects in an almost eerily calm state of being that I am relishing), bacopa, and nettle root. I am also about to order the Gotu Kola as I think this will be a better match for me now that the Lion’s Mane has helped me so much. I cannot over-emphasize just how much all of your herbs have helped me both recover my health, and boost it to levels that I had thought were completely unrealistic. Thank you again for all that you have done. Jim
Rated 5 out of 5

Kevin (verified owner) – January 20, 2017

Lion’s Mane has become a staple in my morning coffee. I take it along with reishi, cordyceps, and chaga. Not only does it boost my immune response but it provided me with a superior cognitive enhancement. I had a literal change in mind when I first started regularly taking it at the beginning of my college anatomy class. I began recalling vocabulary and visualizing images of the anatomy studied that week which became clear images in my head. I had to stop and acknowledge the fact that I am remembering significantly more information than before. I aced my anatomy tests which consisted of 150+ anatomical terms, correct spelling and all! So, to say I was thrilled would be an understatement. I began taking lion’s mane in my morning coffee from home and before tests I would buy another coffee on campus and use it in that as well. I began noticing the palpable clearing of my thoughts. Things became linear and my attention was heightened. Once I started taking lion’s mane in combination with bacopa the results multiplied! I use a daily planner to stay organized but the need for it to remind me of what I had to do became irrelevant, I remembered everything! Since introducing nootropics into my daily herb consumptionI could’t imagine not taking them for the rest of my life.

Stay sharp, stay healthy, take lion’s mane!
- Zane Christopher – January 20, 2017
  
  This is what I am talking about people. Nootropics are a game changer! Thank you for this great review Kevin!
Rated 5 out of 5

Kyle – July 8, 2016

This is quality stuff. Gone through a few bags. Interesting studies with ALCAR and lions mane, apparently it potentiates the NGF factor. Ive been experimenting taking the two before bed, very vivid dreams and I feel like I require less sleep. Great for memory. I notable improvement in vision which i wasn’t expecting, colours almost seem more saturated too.
Rated 5 out of 5

Lucas – June 10, 2016

I am a massive fan of this versatile nootropic, digestion aid and overall well being this mushroom has to offer.
First of all I have noticed that this has tremendously helped RID of my GERD/GORD, which I no longer even touch my PPI.
Secondly, it aids in concentration and information processing, as well as memory! This is a very safe nootropic for users wishing to improve their brain power and retention.
Rated 5 out of 5

Chris – February 5, 2016

I’ve tried the Lions Mane. I can see a difference in my concentration and focus. I’ve given it to my father who suffers from dementia. I’m noticing little by little an improvement in him. I’ll let you know how he is doing within the next couple of weeks.
Rated 5 out of 5

tim – January 13, 2016

fucking the best !!! 😀
Rated 5 out of 5

Tom – August 9, 2015

I take lion’s mane along with other herbs and fine it to be helpful with concentration. This is a very good product that I have talked to others about. Tom
Rated 4 out of 5

Charles – August 7, 2015

I’ve been taking Lion’s mane for over a month and found it to help me concentrate for longer hours.
Rated 5 out of 5

Patrick – August 7, 2015

If you are lacking in brain power or are cramming hard for an exam this mushroom might do the trick in retaining information. If you already have a fully functional brain well then, why not grow another one. This stuff definitely enhances curiosity the ability to remember dozens of fun filled facts (to impress your friends, right?) I am hooked aren’t you?
Rated 5 out of 5

Spencer – August 6, 2015

Lions mane is amazing, I work 10 hour shifts four days a week and go to school the other three, I credit lions mane and Shilajit resin for helping me keep a level head during these super busy slightly stressful times. Lions mane helps me stay alert and my brain free of fog. Highly recommended for anyone interested.
Rated 5 out of 5

Dana Simmons – August 6, 2015

There is not much I can say about Lions Mane except that I take it for all the health benefits as well as the other herbs and tonics from Lost Empire Herbs that I purchase. I believe in the benefits of a healthy life style and any source that helps with this
Rated 5 out of 5

Kevin – April 30, 2015

when I first tried the lion’s mane I was impressed with how it benefited my studies. I was engaged and had a drive to learn! I have been mane free for a couple months now because every time I check the site its still out of stock! I love supermanherbs and I hate to sound like I’m complaining, but, I am getting antsy for some more. When you get it in I will buy 5 packs just so this wont happen to me again. Let me know. Thanks