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MUSHROOMHost Defense
Host Defense Lion's Mane Capsules
Cognitive support, nerve health, and general well-being.. The 1000mg dose of Lion's Mane is adequate for general cognitive support and nerve health. While effective, some studies suggest higher doses for more pronounced benefits. It's a solid single-ingredient option from a known brand, but the use of mycelium is a point of debate.
8.0/10
EXCELLENTLion's Mane at 1g (1000mg) is at the optimal clinical dose used in cognitive studies. Host Defense uses mycelium on grain rather than fruiting body extract, which is debated in the mushroom community. However, mycelium has its own benefits (immune compounds) and 1g is a proper dose. For the intended purpose of nerve and cognitive support, this delivers.
1 ingredientCapsules15 servings
Evidence
7.0
Dosing
10.0
SynergyN/A (single ingredient)
What We Like
- Contains a well-researched ingredient.
- Provides an adequate dose for general benefits.
- Host Defense is a reputable brand in the mushroom space.
Watch Out For
- Dose could be higher for optimal clinical effects.
- The product uses mycelium, which some experts argue is less potent than fruiting body extracts.
- Lacks standardization for active compounds like beta-glucans.
What We Analyzed
Verified Supplement Facts
Every dose checked against clinical research
We analyzed the actual supplement facts panel for this product. Every ingredient dose below was cross-referenced with published clinical trials to determine if it matches what studies actually use.
2 ingredients analyzed1 at clinical doses
Source: Official product page
Ingredient Breakdown
1 clinical
Clinical Adequate Underdosed Overdosed|Bar = % of clinical dose
IngredientDoseStatusvs. Clinical
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Other Ingredients(inactive)
Pullulan (capsule)
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