When you're starting out using medicinal mushrooms, you might be curious: How much lion's mane is too much to take?
Fortunately, it's extremely difficult to over-do it with lion's mane mushrooms. In studies conducted on the serving sizes for mushroom-based supplements, lion's mane has shown little-to-no side effects even in excess of 2000mg in a single day's use.
Our blends of lion's mane gummies use 400mg per gummy, far below the range of where it could cause problems. In fact, there's actually a TON of daily wellness benefits you could expect using lion's mane mushrooms regularly.
Why Is Using Lion's Mane Mushrooms Worth It?
Lion's mane mushrooms are rich in bioactive compounds like hericenones and erinacines, which may stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF) production in the brain. This particular property has made lion's mane a popular supplement for supporting daily performance in the workplace, classroom, and more. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects contribute to daily health in a passive way that offers a wide range of vitamins and minerals that could contribute to:
- Increased productivity
- Better immune function
- Faster memory processing
- Antioxidant support
- Stronger cardiovascular health
While the potential benefits are impressive, finding the right dosage is essential to maximize the effects while avoiding any adverse reactions.
What's the Recommended Serving Size for Lion's Mane Mushrooms?
Between 400mg-2000mg may be a good serving size to be working into your day from our research. When you start at 400mg, though, you can work up or down to find the results that work best for you. Everyone's body is different, and since these aren't medicine or a prescription of any kind, they can have a wide range of effectiveness depending on your diet, health habits, and more.
Tips for Using Lion's Mane Mushrooms Safely
Make it a consistent habit: The best way to allow your body to adjust to most new supplements, foods, or even medicines is just through regular use.
Don't take it when you don't need it: At the same time, if are using lion's mane 3-5 days a week, chances are you're seeing the results. Don't feel the need to use it over the weekend when you aren't doing anything that demands it (unless you want to, of course). While it can only benefit you really by using it more often, you can extend the use of your supply by only popping them when you're starting a work day, getting ready for a study session, or are getting back to an at-home project.
Monitor your results: As you would with any new supplement, take note of your results! If it isn't working for you immediately, that's okay! Some people's bodies take longer. If it feels like TOO MUCH right away, reel it back! Never feel uncomfortable going below the serving size, but also be aware of the effects that may occur if you start going into massive excess of 2000mg per day.
Side Effects That May Occur
Digestive Issues: High doses may cause bloating, nausea, or diarrhea for some folks.
Allergic Reactions: Rare-- but possible. Especially if you’re allergic to other mushrooms like shiitake or reishi, lion's mane has a similar group of nutrients.
Unintended Sedation or Stimulation: Some users report changes in energy levels depending on dosage of medicinal mushrooms in general, but it's rarer for lion's mane specifically. Lion's mane has been connected to stimulating your brain function which could feel like a caffeine buzz.
Best Ways to Try Lion's Mane Mushroom
Capsules: Capsules are quick and easy, have no taste, and are the most instant-impact of the bunch when it comes to trying lion's mane. Additionally, capsules can often pack in other powerful supplements like l-theanine or cyticoline in our Brain Power capsule.
Coffee: Another impactful option that takes something you might already love, and powers it up. However, if you're going for a caffeine-free route to focus and ditching your old coffee blend,
Gummies: Overall, this might be the best (and tastiest) choice for using lion's mane mushrooms in your daily diet. Take Focus, for example. Our passionfruit tangerine Focus gummies are perfect for using lion's mane mushrooms daily, and keeping those earthy, flavorless mushroom notes out of the picture. With zero caffeine and ONLY natural ingredients, lion's mane mushrooms in Focus are the perfect place to start (or continue) your mushroom-powered wellness journey. Luckily, it's easier than ever to try them today.
Try Lion's Mane Mushroom Gummies Today!
Overall, it's tough to find the perfect amount of lion's mane mushrooms to take completely on your own. So instead of going to the store and finding some 'shrooms to try, give lion's mane a go in our Focus blend.
Check 'em out below, and find your "True Me" today!