Lion's Mane Mushroom Elixir

Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a medicinal mushroom celebrated for its distinctive, shaggy appearance that resembles a lion's mane. It has a rich history, deeply rooted in East Asian cultures and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it has been cherished for centuries for its potential to support brain health and overall wellness.

Once reserved for royalty and revered by Buddhist monks, Lion’s Mane was prized for its cognitive-enhancing properties. Shaolin monks used powdered Lion’s Mane to aid deep meditation and mental clarity. Today, this powerful mushroom continues to be valued for its ability to promote cognitive function, support nerve health, and contribute to overall vitality.

Often called the "smart mushroom," Lion’s Mane is rich in hericenones and erinacines, compounds that may support nerve and brain health by stimulating Nerve Growth Factor (NGF)—a protein crucial for neuron growth, repair, and maintenance. NGF plays a key role in the hippocampus, the brain’s centre for learning, memory, and emotions. 

Traditionally used in Asia as a brain tonic, Lion’s Mane is valued for enhancing focus, concentration, and cognitive function, while also offering neuroprotective benefits that support normal brain health maintenance.

Yes, Lion’s Mane may support digestion and gut health. It contains bioactive compounds such as polysaccharides and beta-glucans, which may have a prebiotic effect. Prebiotics help nourish beneficial gut bacteria, promoting their growth and activity. By fostering a healthy balance of gut microbiota, Lion’s Mane may contribute to improved gut health and overall digestive well-being.

In one of our own studies, where we compared a caffeine effect to Lions Mane, it was concluded that you can experience effects (within healthy individuals) of alertness and focus after an hour. It also concluded that unlike caffeine, Lions Mane has a compounding benefit when taken over longer period of time.

However the time it takes to experience short- or longer-term effects of Lion’s Mane can vary from person to person. For longer term benefits people start to notice improvements after about 2-4 weeks of consistent use.

Lion’s Mane may also:

• Support mood and stress resilience by aiding neurogenesis and brain plasticity.
• Support nervous system health.
• Provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to reduce oxidative stress.
• Potentially assist with immune support, as it contains bioactive compounds that help support & regulate immune function.

Lion’s Mane has a mild, earthy, and slightly bitter taste in its natural form. When taken as a tincture, the extraction process using organic grain alcohol gives it a much stronger, warming, and herbal flavour. Some may find the taste quite bold, but it can easily be mixed into water, tea, coffee, or smoothies for a more pleasant experience.

KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms stands out due to its ultrasonic-assisted extraction, which ensures a highly bioavailable tincture with a potent concentration of active compounds. The mushrooms are cultivated in the pristine air and pure waters of Finland, ensuring exceptional quality. Every batch is fully traceable through a QR code on the packaging, providing batch-specific data and transparency on active compound levels— rarely offered by other brands.

Per 2ml - it contains 198mg of Lions Mane. However, it is important to note, companies may refer to the extract ratio i.e. 10-1 and grams of mushroom powder. Both these measurements do not directly translate to higher-strength mushrooms.
The important factors of a mushroom product are:

1. Quality of mushrooms and the active compounds - poor quality mushrooms mean poor quality active compounds. 

2. Extraction Method - Ultrasonic Extraction is the gold standard in extracting the active compounds from the mushroom that matter. Poor extraction methods, mean poor amounts of active compounds.

3. Transparency - Ensuring that each batch of the mushrooms is 3rd party tested for heavy metals and is available to the end user. KÄÄPÄ mushrooms is the only company that provides product batch specific data, accessed by the QR code on the side of the packaging.
More mushrooms do not equate to high quality amounts of the compounds that matter. We focus on compounds rather than how many mgs of mushroom is used. KÄÄPÄ mushrooms are specifically crafted to ensure you receive high levels of the active compounds for feel the difference results. 

Lion’s Mane can be taken at any time but is best taken in the morning or early afternoon as it contains adenosine, so best not to take before sleep.

For daily support of overall health and well-being, we recommend taking 2ml (equivalent to 2x half pipettes) directly under the tongue or mixed into smoothies, tea, or coffee. If needed, you can increase your intake to 4ml (4x half pipettes) per day.

If you are considering a dose higher than 4ml for a specific purpose, we advise consulting your GP before use.

Lion’s Mane can be taken at any time but is best taken in the morning or early afternoon as it contains adenosine, so best not to take before sleep.

Yes, KÄÄPÄ Mushrooms’ tinctures are made from organically grown Lion’s Mane, cultivated in clean Finnish environments without synthetic pesticides or artificial additives.

Absolutely! Lion’s Mane pairs well with:

• Reishi – for relaxation, stress reduction, and nervous system balance.
• Cordyceps – for energy, endurance, and cognitive synergy.
• Chaga – for immune and antioxidant support.
• Turkey Tail – for gut health and immune function.
• Shiitake – for cardiovascular and immune health.

You can tailor your mushroom intake based on your health goals.

Our tinctures come in Miron glass bottles, which protect the extract from light exposure, preserving potency. Store it in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat.

Lion’s Mane is generally safe for most people. However, those with allergies to mushrooms or individuals who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication for chronic health conditions should consult with a healthcare provider before using Lion’s Mane.

Lion’s Mane may interact with certain medications, particularly blood thinners, diabetes medication, and immune-modulating drugs. If you are taking any prescription medication, please consult your doctor before use.

Our tinctures are free from common allergens such as gluten, dairy, and soy. However, those with mushroom allergies should avoid taking them. 

There may be traces of spelt, from the early growth stages, depending on the type of mushroom.

Lion’s Mane is generally considered safe, but there is limited research on its effects in children. We recommend consulting a healthcare professional before giving it to anyone under 18.