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#6 in Nootropics & Brain Health Third-Party Tested

Host Defense Lion's Mane (60 Capsules)

by Host Defense

"Paul Stamets' lion's mane — mycelium and fruiting body for nerve growth factor and cognitive support"

Amazon Rating
4.4/5
Reviews
12,200+
Price Range
$28-34
Servings
30 servings
USDA OrganicNon-GMOGluten Free
Our Editorial Rating
8.3
Very Good
FormCapsule
SubcategoryLion's Mane Mushroom (Paul Stamets, Mycelium + Fruiting Body)
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Overview

Host Defense Lion's Mane is formulated by Paul Stamets, the world's leading mycologist and author of 'Mycelium Running.' The formula uses both mycelium and fruiting body of Hericium erinaceus (lion's mane mushroom). Lion's mane is unique among mushrooms for its ability to stimulate Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) production, supporting brain health, memory, and nerve regeneration. Host Defense grows their mushrooms on organic brown rice substrate in Olympia, Washington.

Key Ingredients

IngredientAmount
Lion's Mane MyceliumIncluded
Lion's Mane Fruiting BodyIncluded
Hericenones & ErinacinesNaturally occurring

Pros & Cons

What We Like

  • Paul Stamets formulated
  • Mycelium + fruiting body
  • Stimulates Nerve Growth Factor
  • 12,200+ reviews, 4.4 stars
  • Grown in USA (Olympia, WA)

What Could Be Better

  • Mycelium on rice substrate (debated)
  • 30 servings per bottle
  • Premium price $28-34
  • Some prefer fruiting body only

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Cognitive support and brain health
  • Nerve regeneration support
  • Paul Stamets followers
  • Those wanting US-grown mushrooms

Not Ideal For

  • Those wanting fruiting body only extract
  • Budget mushroom supplement seekers
  • Those wanting standardized beta-glucan content

Our Verdict

8.3/10 — Very Good

The mycologist's lion's mane. Paul Stamets' expertise is unmatched. The mycelium vs fruiting body debate continues — Stamets argues mycelium contains unique compounds not found in fruiting bodies.

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