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Hericium erinaceus mycelium (Amyloban 3399)

Neuroprotection · Mood · Cognitive decline
Tier 3 — Trending

What it is

Unlike fruiting body extracts, the mycelium-derived product Amyloban 3399 standardises amycenone, a unique compound found only in the mycelial stage. Small Japanese trials found it improved cognitive function and reduced depression in patients with mild cognitive impairment. Different active compounds from fruiting body products. Limited evidence but a distinct product from standard lion's mane supplements.

Efficacy
2/5
Safety
4/5
Research
2/5
Onset
2/5
Cost
2/5
Drug-int.
4/5

Dose

500–1,500 mg/day Amyloban 3399 standardised to amycenone; different active profile from fruiting body extracts

Time of day & tips

This is a different product from fruiting body lion's mane — active compounds differ. Japanese studies used specific Amyloban 3399 preparation. Allow 8–12 weeks. Most generic mycelium-on-grain products lack meaningful amycenone.

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