Nutricost Lion's Mane Mushroom 500mg
by Nutricost
"The brain mushroom — 500mg lion's mane for nerve growth factor stimulation and cognitive enhancement"
Overview
Nutricost Lion's Mane Mushroom provides 500mg of lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus) fruiting body extract per capsule. Lion's mane is the only mushroom scientifically shown to stimulate Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) production — a protein essential for the growth, maintenance, and survival of neurons. This makes lion's mane uniquely valuable for cognitive function, memory, focus, and potentially neuroprotection against age-related cognitive decline. The active compounds (hericenones and erinacines) are responsible for the NGF-stimulating effects.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Lion's Mane Fruiting Body Extract | 500 mg |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- Stimulates Nerve Growth Factor (NGF)
- 120 capsules (4-month supply)
- Nutricost value pricing
- Well-studied nootropic mushroom
- 10,000+ Amazon reviews
What Could Be Better
- Not standardized to hericenones/erinacines
- 500mg per capsule (clinical doses are 1-3g)
- Effects take 2-4 weeks
- Fruiting body only (no mycelium)
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Cognitive enhancement and focus
- Nerve growth factor stimulation
- Neuroprotection
- Nootropic mushroom supplementation
Not Ideal For
- Those expecting immediate effects
- Those wanting standardized extract
- Mushroom-allergic individuals
Our Verdict
Nutricost Lion's Mane is the affordable way to get the only mushroom proven to stimulate NGF production. At 120 capsules for under $24, the value is excellent. Take 2-3 capsules daily for clinical dosing and allow 2-4 weeks for effects.