Lion’s Mane Dosage
Determining the optimal dosage of Lion's Mane is based on the outcomes you are looking for. Start with one 1000mg serving per day. Each week add an extra serve, and progress to 3 or 4 per day depending on your needs.
- General health: 500mg-1000mg per day
- Cognitive enhancement: 1000mg-2000mg per day
- Nerve Health: 2000-3000mg per day
Here are some guidelines, but it's important to remember that everyone’s body is different so you may respond differently. Here are the key points to consider:
- Consult your Healthcare Provider: Before starting any new supplement, it’s always a good idea to consult your doctor. They can provide advice based on your health history and current medications.
- Start Small: If you’re new to Lion's Mane, start with a smaller dose and gradually increase it. This allows your body to adjust and helps you monitor any potential side effects.
- Consider Your Health Goals: The right dosage for you may depend on your specific health goals. For instance, if you’re using Lion's Mane for cognitive benefits, you might need a different dosage than someone taking it for immune support.
- Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to how your body responds to Lion's Mane. If you experience any discomfort or side effects, it might be a sign that you need to adjust your dosage.
- Quality Matters: The potency and purity of Lion's Mane can vary between brands. At OGM! we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, organic Lion's Mane supplements.
Finding the right dosage might take some time and experimentation. Start small, be patient, and make adjustments as needed. With the right approach, Lion's Mane can be a valuable addition to your wellness routine.
Lion's Mane benefits
A famous mushroom is known for its powerful hericenones and erinacines. These two compounds can trigger the production of Nerve Growth Factor that plays a vital role in safeguarding and maintaining nerve cells, particularly in the brain.
- Nerve Growth Factor: Lion’s Mane contains active compounds that stimulate the production of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF). [1] Nerve Growth Factor is involved in the growth, maintenance, and survival of neurons. It also plays a critical role in supporting the immune system and accelerating wound healing.
- Cognitive support: Lion’s Mane has been shown to improve brain function in double-blind, placebo-controlled studies. In one study, subjects with mild cognitive impairment were given four 250 mg tablets 3 times per day, and later showed significant improvement in cognitive function*. [2] In a 2019 study, participants were given cookies containing Lion’s Mane mushrooms for 12 weeks. The results showed improvement in cognitive function and prevention of short-term memory deterioration. [3]
- Mood improvement: Lion’s Mane has also been used for reducing stress and improving mood. One study showed Lion’s Mane has the possibility to reduce depression and anxiety. [4]
- Loaded with Myco-Nutrients: Lion’s Mane mushroom contains bio-active compounds including beta-glucan polysaccharides, hericenones, erinacines, sterols, and other nutrients. Beta-glucans are water-soluble compounds that can help support the immune system. Hericenones and erinacines are the compounds identified as being active in promoting Nerve Growth Factor.
- Gut Health: Lion’s Mane has been traditionally used for digestive issues and gut health*. It has natural antibacterial properties that may help protect the gut from gastric ulcers caused by H. Pylori*. [5]
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