Cognitive support

Lion's Mane

Small randomized trials suggest potential cognition and mood benefits, but sample sizes and extract standardization vary.

Evidence Level B

Evidence and Risk Labels

Evidence A/B/C reflects research maturity, and risk levels reflect monitoring needs. These labels support comparison, not diagnosis or treatment decisions.

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Clinical Snapshot

Effect Size
Small-to-moderate signal for memory and mood in short-duration trials
Safety
Low Risk

Extraction quality varies.

Research Dosing

This reflects common ranges and protocols used in published studies, not personal medical advice.

Typical Daily Dose
500-3000 mg extract
Timing
Once daily, often in morning or early afternoon
Protocol Duration in Studies
8-16 weeks in cognition-focused studies

Dose targets depend strongly on extract standardization and fruiting body vs mycelium source.

Best Fit Profiles

  • acute cognitive windows

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