Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules
Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules

Lion's Mane 1:1 Capsules

$39.55 CAD$43.95 CAD

lion's mane for daily cognitive support and gut health, whole fruiting body

  • 120 capsules, 500 mg each. 60 days at two a day
  • 1:1 hot-water extract, not concentrated: the hot water opens the cell walls, which makes the mushroom more bioavailable
  • 100% organic fruiting body. No mycelium, no grain, no fillers
  • Health Canada NPN 80108430
  • Source of fungal polysaccharides with immunomodulating properties.

60-day supply about $0.66 a day

  • Health Canada
    NPN on every bottle
  • 100% organic
    fruiting body
  • no mycelium
    no fillers
  • Canadian company
    Vancouver, BC

Free expedited shipping across Canada (1 to 3 business days), no minimum.

why lion's mane

  • whole-spectrum 1:1

    a hot-water extract of the whole fruiting body, gram for gram

  • 100% fruiting body

    the mushroom itself, not the mycelium, not the grain it grows on

  • over 25% polysaccharides

    standardized, with every batch tested

  • Health Canada NPN 80108430

    reviewed and issued by Health Canada; a source of fungal polysaccharides with immunomodulating properties

  • organic, non-GMO, vegan

    hypromellose capsule, nothing else added

in short

  • what it is

    The whole lion's mane fruiting body, hot-water extracted and not concentrated. Opening the cell walls makes the mushroom more bioavailable, gram for gram. 500 mg per capsule, standardized to over 25% polysaccharides.

  • how it fits a day

    Two capsules with a meal, morning or midday, at the same time each day. A 120-capsule bottle is sixty days.

  • where it comes from

    Hericium erinaceus grows on hardwoods across North America, Europe and Asia and has a long place in East Asian cooking and herbal practice. We source the fruiting body alone, to our standards for potency and purity.

read: lion's mane and the brain

why Purana

Purana bottles standing in a wooden wall niche beside a small plant

Every Purana label says the same few things, and each one was a decision. Here is what they mean.

  • the mushroom, not the mycelium

    100% fruiting body, sourced to our own standards for potency and purity. The grain a mushroom is grown on never makes it into a Purana capsule.

  • concentrated, then named

    our 8:1, 10:1 and 16:1 dual extracts name their compounds, and every input batch is tested for potency and purity.

  • a Health Canada NPN for every formula

    each product was reviewed by Health Canada, formula, manufacturing and claims, and issued its own Natural Product Number, printed on the label and linked on this page.

  • Canadian, and plain about it

    organic, non-GMO and vegan, made in a GMP-certified facility for a Vancouver company. Inputs are tested for heavy metals, pesticides and microbes. Nothing added that a label would have to explain.

the long version: what makes a Purana capsule different

how we compare

Purana lion's mane 1:1 capsules a typical mushroom supplement
mushroom part 100% fruiting body often mycelium grown on grain, grain included
concentration 1:1 hot-water extract, the whole mushroom gram for gram often 1:1, or an unconcentrated powder
extraction hot water, which opens the cell walls often hot water only, or none
actives named and tested polysaccharides over 25% often no percentages and no named compounds
the capsule hypromellose, nothing else often fillers or flow agents
Health Canada NPN NPN 80108430 on the label look for an NPN on the label
supply per bottle 60 days at two a day often 30 days

“Typical” describes practices that are common across mushroom supplements sold in North America. It is not a comparison with any named brand, and products vary. Hold any label against these rows.

what's inside

The medicinal ingredients panel on a Purana label, as printed on the bottle
medicinal ingredient
Hericium erinaceus (lion's mane) fruiting body, 500 mg per capsule
extract
1:1 hot-water extract, 500 mg dried-mushroom equivalent
actives
polysaccharides over 25%
non-medicinal
hypromellose capsule
recommended dose
adults 18+, one to two capsules, one to two times a day
Health Canada NPN
80108430
per container
120 capsules
  • polysaccharides over 25%

Actives vary a little from batch to batch. The figures here are minimums or typical values, and every input batch is tested.

what to expect

Mushroom extracts work through slow biology. The habit is the product. Here is the shape of the first two months.

  1. day 1

    start with food

    Two capsules with a meal. Nothing to feel yet, and that is normal: the first days are about the habit, not a sensation.

  2. week 2

    the habit holds

    Same time, same meal. By now the pair of capsules is part of the meal rather than a decision. Keep going.

  3. day 30

    the research window opens

    Most human trials of these mushrooms run four to twelve weeks of daily use. Notice how your days are going.

  4. day 60

    one bottle, your own evidence

    A full bottle is sixty days at two capsules a day. Decide on that, not on a week. If it has earned its place, reorder or subscribe.

Effects are built, not switched on. This is guidance on consistency, not a promise of results.

the research

  • human trial

    twelve weeks, healthy older adults

    Twelve weeks of lion's mane fruiting body improved cognitive test scores in healthy older adults compared with placebo.

    read the study
  • human trial

    a single dose, then 28 days, young adults

    In healthy young adults, a single dose sped up a cognitive processing task, and 28 days of use trended toward lower self-reported stress.

    read the study
  • analytical

    beta-glucan versus grain starch

    Analytical methods separate true beta-glucan from the grain starch found in mycelium-on-grain products.

    read the study

Research is reported as research, about the people or cells in each study. It describes the ingredient, not a promise about this product.

your ritual

how to take

Two capsules, once daily, with food. The NPN allows one to two capsules, one to two times a day.

when to take

With a meal, morning or midday. Keep it to the same time each day.

pairs well with

what's inside

Hericium erinaceus fruiting body, 500 mg per capsule as a 1:1 hot-water extract, polysaccharides over 25%. Capsule: hypromellose.

read the label What 1:1 means: a hot-water extract that is not concentrated. Opening the mushroom's tough cell walls with hot water makes the whole fruiting body more bioavailable, gram for gram. Short answers below.

short answers

What does 1:1 mean?

One kilogram of dried fruiting body makes one kilogram of extract. It is hot-water extracted, not concentrated; opening the cell walls with hot water makes the mushroom more bioavailable.

Lion's mane 1:1 or 8:1, which one is for me?

The 1:1 is the whole fruiting body, hot-water extracted and not concentrated. The 8:1 dual extract is concentrated eight times and also concentrates compounds such as hericenones. Many people take both.

Fruiting body or mycelium?

Fruiting body only. The fruiting body is the mushroom itself. Mycelium is the root-like network it grows from, usually cultivated on grain, and mycelium products often contain that grain. There is no mycelium, grain or filler in a Purana capsule.

How and when do I take it?

Two capsules once daily, with food. The NPN allows one to two capsules, one to two times a day.

Does it have a Health Canada NPN?

Yes. NPN 80108430, issued by Health Canada after a review of the formula, the manufacturing and the claims. The NPN wording is: a source of fungal polysaccharides with immunomodulating properties.

What is in the capsule besides the extract?

The extract, and a hypromellose capsule shell (plant-derived, vegan). No fillers, flow agents or additives.

Can I take it with medications?

Talk with your health care practitioner before starting any supplement, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication, or managing a health condition.

Natural health products with a Health Canada NPN are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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120 capsules per bottle | 60 day supply | 500mg per capsule | water extract

made with organic ingredients
100% fruiting bodies | no fillers or additives
up to 38% polysaccharides | NPN 80108430

Suggested Use Take two (2) capsules once daily.

Read more about lion's mane below or

see a product summary PDF

Benefits of lion's mane

Why take lion's mane?

- to boost cognitive performance and neurological health
- to support a healthy cardiovascular system
- to strengthen the immune system

Lion's mane mushroom is a natural and caffeine-free way to support mental fatigue and brain fog, improving concentration and productivity. It helps with energy because it contains compounds that support cognitive function - called hericenones and erinacines. These compounds are metabolized by the body into nerve growth factor, a protein that plays an important role in brain health.

Nerve growth factor (NGF) helps to support your cognitive function as it strengthens connections between neurons (brain cells). It also supports the formation of new brain cells. Additionally, NGF helps to protect your brain from age-related damage.

Lion's mane mushroom is also a great way to support cardiovascular health. It contains compounds that help keep blood vessels healthy and functioning properly. These compounds are called polysaccharides. Polysaccharides are a type of carbohydrate that is known for their beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system. They help to improve blood flow and reduce inflammation.

Lion's mane also supports the immune system. It contains compounds called beta-glucans, which are known for their immune-boosting properties. Beta-glucans have been shown to stimulate the immune system by activating certain white blood cells called macrophages, which help fight off infections. The immune-boosting properties of lion's mane mushroom may help you stay healthy during cold and flu season.

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More about lion's mane

The scientific name of lion's mane mushroom is Hericium Erinaceus. Other common names include hedgehog mushroom and pom-pom blanc (French). Lion's mane is a type of edible fungus that grows on trees like beech, maple, and oak. It has a long, flowing tail that resembles a lion's mane, which is how it got its name. Lion's mane is native to North America and Europe, but can also be found in Asia and South America.