They are — and the research is getting harder to ignore. Lab studies show that the effects of Lion’s Mane go beyond hype. It stimulates the production of nerve growth factor (NGF), a protein that plays a key role in the development, repair, and protection of the nervous system.
There’s promising early research from human trials, too. In small clinical studies, Lion’s Mane supplementation has been linked to improvements in cognitive function, even in people with mild Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have also observed both acute and chronic effects, suggesting that Lion’s Mane may support short-term mental clarity and long-term brain health.
We’re still waiting on more large-scale studies, but the evidence so far supports what traditional medicine has known for centuries: the effects of Lion’s Mane are real, and the benefits go deep.