Lion’s Mane Mushrooms (Half Pound) Pick Up Only

Lion’s mane mushrooms (Hericium erinaceus) are gorgeous gourmet mushrooms found in temperate climate regions around the world, including North America. They taste like crab meat, have scientifically proven brain-boosting medicinal properties. Lion’s mane is primarily known for its brain-boosting and brain-protective properties (neuronal health). Here are a few of the specific medicinal benefits of lion’s mane mushrooms as detailed in recent research:

• Neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects that improve brain function and/or help prevent or treat neurodegenerative diseases; 
• Improved recognition memory; 
• Ability to aid in gastrointestinal health by mediating pathogenic bacteria such as Helicobacter pylori; 
• Peripheral nerve regeneration after damage (your peripheral nervous system is what connects your brain and spine together and to the rest of your body – rather important!) 

Lion’s mane mushrooms offer a mildly sweet flavor and a tender texture that mimics shellfish like scallops, crab, or lobster. For that reason, they are often turned to as an accompaniment or alternative to seafood. But don’t relegate lion’s mane to one cooking style. They are just at home seared and served at the center of the plate as they are as an ingredient in a mock Crab Louie Salad.