Lions mane

• Promotes Gut Lining Integrity: Mucosal protection: Lion's Mane contains compounds like
  hericenones and erinacines, which have been shown to stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF). This promotes the regeneration of the enteric nervous system and mucosal healing.
• Tight junction support: It may help maintain the integrity of tight junctions between epithelial cells, reducing intestinal permeability (i.e., helping with leaky gut).
• Reduces oxidative stress: Its antioxidant content (polysaccharides, phenols, flavonoids) helps protect gut cells from oxidative damage, contributing to reduced inflammation in the GI tract.
• Supports the Gut-Brain Axis: The gut and brain are tightly linked via the vagus nerve and enteric nervous system. Lion’s Mane enhances NGF, which may support communication between these systems and reduce stress-induced gut issues like dysbiosis or motility disorders (e.g., IBS).
• May reduce anxiety and depression, which are known to negatively affect gut motility and microbial balance.
• Anti-ulcer and Gastric Protection: Studies have shown Lion’s Mane extract to be effective in protecting against:
• Gastric ulcers caused by alcohol or NSAIDs
• H. pylori-induced damage (the bacteria linked to ulcers and gastric cancer)
• Potential in IBD (Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis).