Lion's Mane Supplements

Known for cognitive support and nerve health. The brain mushroom.

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MUD WTR vs Ryze vs Everyday Dose? 30-Day Blind Test

We tested MUD WTR, Ryze, and Everyday Dose side-by-side for 30 days. Find out which wins on taste and verified beta-glucan potency.

By Mary Woolley

Real Mushrooms vs Om Mushrooms (Why Pure Extracts Win)

We tested both brands for 30 days. Real Mushrooms dominates by offering verified beta-glucans and pure extracts, while Om pads their powder with cheap oats.

By Mary Woolley

Does Mud Wtr or Ryze Work Better? Our 30-Day Blind Test

We tracked hourly energy and ran a blind taste panel on Mud Wtr and Ryze. Ryze wins on cost and mixability, but both fail on mushroom quality transparency.

By Mary Woolley

Does Everyday Dose beat Mud Wtr? A 30-day energy test

We tested both alternatives over 30 days. Everyday Dose wins on taste and value, while Mud Wtr has better mushroom transparency for vegans.

By Mary Woolley

10 Best Mushroom Powder Blends (Why Most Are Just Expensive Oats)

We tested 10 mushroom powder blends over 90 days. We verified beta-glucan content and calculated the true price per serving to find the best options.

By Mary Woolley

Best Mushroom Supplement for Gut Health (2026 Rankings)

We tested seven top-rated mushroom supplements over 35 days, verifying beta-glucan content and tracking bloating, regularity, transit time, and digestive comfort.

By Mary Woolley

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Fungies Brand Review (Testing 5 Mushroom Gummies Over 30 Days)

We tracked cognitive performance, sleep, and energy across Fungies' entire five-product gummy line. The single extracts work, but the multi-blend falls short.

By Mary Woolley

Does Om Master Blend Work? 30 Days Testing the 10-Species Mix

We tracked energy and sleep for a month using Om's 10-mushroom formula. The mycelial biomass approach keeps costs down, but the dosing requires a check.

By Mary Woolley

Fungies Lion's Mane Review (We Tracked 30 Days of Focus)

We tracked task performance and focus over 30 days. Here is what 500mg of dual-extracted fruiting body actually does for your brain.

By Mary Woolley

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Hericenones vs Erinacines (Lion's Mane Molecular Science)

We compare the two main compound families in lion's mane. See how hericenones and erinacines differ in structure, source, and what the research has tested.

By Gordon Walker

Do Erinacines Cross the Blood-Brain Barrier? (Rats vs. Humans)

Most brands claim lion's mane mycelium compounds cross the blood-brain barrier. We review the rat data and the human trials to see what the evidence shows.

By Ashley Chong

What the 2010 Clinical Trial Shows About Lion's Mane and Menopause

We break down the landmark clinical trial testing lion's mane mushroom for menopause symptoms. Here is what the data actually says about mood and anxiety.

By Ashley Chong

How to Choose a Quality Mushroom Supplement (Stop Buying Starch)

Don't be fooled by high polysaccharide numbers. We explain how to read supplement facts, verify beta-glucans, and avoid cheap mycelium on grain products.

By Gordon Walker

Are Functional Mushrooms High in Histamine? Extract vs. Fresh

Fresh mushrooms can act as histamine liberators, but hot water extracts operate differently. We explain why the extraction method dictates the safety profile.

By Ashley Chong

Lion's Mane Extract vs Powder (Which Format Works Faster?)

We break down the clinical trial data on lion's mane dosing formats. See how mushroom powders compare to concentrated extracts for cognitive health.

By Ashley Chong