Lion’s mane mushroom has become increasingly popular for optimising brain function and supporting general well-being.
But what exactly is lion’s mane mushroom powder and how are lion’s mane supplements made? Read on to find out!
What Is Lion’s Mane Mushroom?
Lion’s mane mushroom is one of many functional mushrooms that has a range of potential health benefits.
Long before its popularity in the West, Lion’s Mane was used for centuries to support health in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is said that this powerful mushroom was so highly regarded that it was reserved for royalty.
Lion’s mane mushroom is supported by some scientific evidence that suggests that it may assist the regrowth of nerves in the brain and consequently help cognitive function.
Overall, anecdotal experiences from users of this mushroom seem to align with this scientific evidence, with many people reporting improved concentration and brain function.
Lion’s mane mushroom supplements are now trending across the Western world and are available in various forms such as capsules, tinctures and coffee.
What Is Lion’s Mane Mushroom Powder?
As the name suggests, Lion’s mane mushroom powder is simply the powdered form of Lion’s mane mushroom. However, not all lion’s mane mushroom powder is the same.
The cheapest form of Lion’s mane mushroom is made by simply drying the raw mushrooms and then grinding them into a fine powder.
This powder will be beneficial for health, however, it will not contain very high levels of the following active compounds:
- Hericenones
- Erinacines
- Beta-glucans
In order to obtain substantial levels of these compounds, a concentrated extract is needed.
Lion’s mane mushroom extract powder is normally made by either hot water extraction, alcohol extraction, or both.
Lion’s mane mushroom powder that is made using both extraction methods is known as ‘dual extraction’.
As Lion’s mane mushroom contains both water-soluble and alcohol-soluble compounds, dual extraction ensures the maximum levels of active compounds in the final product.
To put this into perspective, our lion’s mane capsules are made with a dual-extracted, powdered extract that contains 20x the active compounds than simple non-concentrated lion’s mane powder.
How Are Lion’s Mane Supplements Made?
To offer lion’s mane mushroom powder in a convenient form for supplementation, a range of different lion’s mane supplements can be made.
Here at BROWN’S HEALTH, we encapsulate our high strength lion’s mane extract into HPMC capsules that are suitable for vegans. This makes it simple to consume on a daily basis.
We are strongly against adding any unnecessary ingredients such as the fillers, binders and bulkers that are used by many high street brands to extend shelf life.
Lion’s mane mushroom powder can also be blended into lion’s mane mushroom coffee mixes which are another popular form of lion’s mane mushroom supplement.
Summary
To summarise, lion’s mane mushroom powder is available in either standard or concentrated form and is typically used to support brain heath. But it’s important to look into the finer details to ensure that you are getting the best Lion’s mane powder in the UK.
