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August 2010 PMID 20834180

Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake.

Mayumi Nagano, Kuniyoshi Shimizu, Ryuichiro Kondo, Chickako Hayashi, Daigo Sato, Katsuyuki Kitagawa, Koichiro Ohnuki

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Peak: 7 in May 2023
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What people are saying

The discussions clearly show strong interest and agreement, often citing specific studies and mechanisms like neurogenesis, with some posts mentioning the 4-week trial and its promising results in reducing depression and anxiety, creating an overall tone of curiosity and cautious optimism.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the positive effects of Hericium erinaceus, referencing the specific four-week trial and its potential to reduce depression and anxiety, showing general agreement with the study's findings.

InterestHigh interest

The posts express high curiosity and enthusiasm, discussing mechanisms, previous studies, and potential benefits, indicating strong interest in the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Many posts go beyond simple mentions, referencing studies, mechanisms like neurogenesis, and sharing related health benefits, showing thoughtful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions highlight promising results and the potential for health improvements, most still frame it as preliminary or ongoing research, suggesting moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that taking Hericium erinaceus (a type of edible mushroom) for 4 weeks helped reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety in women going through menopause, as shown by lower scores on specific mental health and menopause symptom scales.
  • Women who took Hericium erinaceus also experienced better sleep quality and fewer complaints like irritability and palpitations compared to those who took a placebo.
  • The improvements from Hericium erinaceus seemed to involve mechanisms other than its known ability to stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF), indicating it may have additional benefits for mental health and menopause symptoms.]
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@drkohilathas · X

And the only other human trial used 2 g a day of the fruiting body for four weeks. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

May 25, 2023 · 32 likes · 4 shares · 47,921 followers View post →
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@drkohilathas · X

In humans, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-control trial of 30 women over 4 weeks showed orally consumed Lion’s Mane had the potential to reduce depression and anxiety. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

May 25, 2023 · 31 likes · 5 shares · 47,921 followers View post →
大貫宏一郎＠食品機能学研究者
@k_ohnuki · X

ヤマブシタケの研究で、私共が初めて発表した研究。 ”Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake.” （ヤマブシタケの摂取は鬱や不安を減らす） 約10年前の研究ですが、当時は（今も？）記憶や学習よりもメンタルヘルスに興味がありました。 https://t.co/fkdMi5xjg8

Mar 22, 2019 · 19 likes · 3 shares · 2,133 followers View post →
A Rooted Life
@TheRootCauseCo · X

MOOD IMPROVEMENTS Lion’s Mane mushroom can improve the functioning of the hippocampus, because of its ability to stimulate brain cell growth. Lion’s Mane “has the possibility to reduce depression and anxiety.” https://t.co/0DCfhYNzIE

Sep 19, 2021 · 15 likes · 41,845 followers View post →
George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

(neurogenesis max)) 2. Heart health 3. Improving your lipid panel 4. Blood sugar regulation 5. Ulcers 6. Depression 7. Anxiety Proof of the claims: https://t.co/h2tBQjwsLf https://t.co/ioV9etjnBH https://t.co/A4fjpmTdfa https://t.co/ju2VFVmgnG https://t.co/3dOpszHhGo

Mar 19, 2023 · 13 likes · 80,677 followers View post →
Joya Halls
@Shuk_It_Trebek · X

Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake. " "Concentration", "irritating" and "anxious" tended to be lower than the placebo group. " https://t.co/RfKqqujKrP

Dec 9, 2019 · 5 likes · 1 share · 2,748 followers View post →

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@eva_wonder786 · X

https://t.co/W1sHiO95tz #LionsMane may take time to kick in not for urgency

May 5, 2024 · 23 followers View post →
MENORAH
@BNEADAMA · X

RT @drkohilathas: And the only other human trial used 2 g a day of the fruiting body for four weeks. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

Dec 29, 2023 · 4 shares · 419 followers View post →
MENORAH
@BNEADAMA · X

RT @drkohilathas: In humans, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-control trial of 30 women over 4 weeks showed orally consumed Lion’s Mane…

Dec 29, 2023 · 5 shares · 419 followers View post →
Erbology
@Erbology_live · X

In 2010, researchers studied how lion's mane mushroom affected the mood of 30 women over four weeks. The result? They felt happier!

Oct 29, 2023 · 1 like · 626 followers View post →
HeartfulEarthCuisine
@HeartfulCuisine · X

RT @drkohilathas: And the only other human trial used 2 g a day of the fruiting body for four weeks. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

Jun 28, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,428 followers View post →
HeartfulEarthCuisine
@HeartfulCuisine · X

RT @drkohilathas: In humans, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-control trial of 30 women over 4 weeks showed orally consumed Lion’s Mane…

Jun 28, 2023 · 5 shares · 1,428 followers View post →
woos_ma
@woos_ma · X

RT @drkohilathas: In humans, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-control trial of 30 women over 4 weeks showed orally consumed Lion’s Mane…

May 29, 2023 · 5 shares · 204 followers View post →
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@butterflgl · X

RT @drkohilathas: In humans, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-control trial of 30 women over 4 weeks showed orally consumed Lion’s Mane…

May 28, 2023 · 5 shares · 860 followers View post →
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@Homecomputer19 · X

RT @drkohilathas: And the only other human trial used 2 g a day of the fruiting body for four weeks. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

May 25, 2023 · 4 shares · 1,651 followers View post →
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@19961995sw · X

RT @drkohilathas: And the only other human trial used 2 g a day of the fruiting body for four weeks. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

May 25, 2023 · 4 shares · 2,946 followers View post →
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@19961995sw · X

RT @drkohilathas: In humans, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-control trial of 30 women over 4 weeks showed orally consumed Lion’s Mane…

May 25, 2023 · 5 shares · 2,946 followers View post →
L ❤ V E
@drkohilathas · X

And the only other human trial used 2 g a day of the fruiting body for four weeks. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

May 25, 2023 · 32 likes · 4 shares · 47,921 followers View post →
L ❤ V E
@drkohilathas · X

In humans, a randomised, double-blind, placebo-control trial of 30 women over 4 weeks showed orally consumed Lion’s Mane had the potential to reduce depression and anxiety. https://t.co/YWzWzrgteS

May 25, 2023 · 31 likes · 5 shares · 47,921 followers View post →
George Ferman
@Helios_Movement · X

(neurogenesis max)) 2. Heart health 3. Improving your lipid panel 4. Blood sugar regulation 5. Ulcers 6. Depression 7. Anxiety Proof of the claims: https://t.co/h2tBQjwsLf https://t.co/ioV9etjnBH https://t.co/A4fjpmTdfa https://t.co/ju2VFVmgnG https://t.co/3dOpszHhGo

Mar 19, 2023 · 13 likes · 80,677 followers View post →
SIMON SALTER
@SIMON_SALTER · X

For those curious about how Lion's Mane Mushrooms reduces the symptoms of Menopause from Anxiety and depression, read this study. https://t.co/ledMLJ7ekH

May 12, 2022 · 1,066 followers View post →
Dr Almothana Altamimi MD, BSc
@AlmothanaAlt · X

1. Decreased Anxiety After pressing the mushrooms into cookies. The group given it showed improvements in the parameters of 'anxiety' 'concentration' and 'irritation' compared to placebo. The subjects ate 4 cookies daily, with 0.5g of Lions Mane bud https://t.co/pCLOt0uhw8

Mar 5, 2022 · 2,806 followers View post →
Psyched Wellness
@PsychedWellness · X

9) Antidepressive A study by Mayumi Nagano et al. treated an 86-year-old subject with recurrent depressive disorder with Hericium erinaceus (HE). After 6 months of intake of HE extracts, both cognitive function and body weight were successfully restored. https://t.co/P5pLfAvCmT

Nov 5, 2021 · 3,935 followers View post →
A Rooted Life
@TheRootCauseCo · X

MOOD IMPROVEMENTS Lion’s Mane mushroom can improve the functioning of the hippocampus, because of its ability to stimulate brain cell growth. Lion’s Mane “has the possibility to reduce depression and anxiety.” https://t.co/0DCfhYNzIE

Sep 19, 2021 · 15 likes · 41,845 followers View post →
Dr. LoBisco
@DrLoBisco · X

Study: Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake (a mushroom known as Lion’s Mane): https://t.co/htL4w9lq6n (PDF of full study available)

Jan 21, 2021 · 969 followers View post →
Dave Grawoig, Ph.D.
@grawoig · X

RT @Shuk_It_Trebek: Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake. " "Concentration", "irritating" and "anxious…

Jan 2, 2020 · 1 share · 6,540 followers View post →
Joya Halls
@Shuk_It_Trebek · X

Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake. " "Concentration", "irritating" and "anxious" tended to be lower than the placebo group. " https://t.co/RfKqqujKrP

Dec 9, 2019 · 5 likes · 1 share · 2,748 followers View post →
Mikki Williden PhD
@MikkiWilliden · X

Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/EfgenNXu0o

May 6, 2019 · 1 like · 2,240 followers View post →
大貫宏一郎＠食品機能学研究者
@k_ohnuki · X

RT @k_ohnuki: ヤマブシタケの研究で、私共が初めて発表した研究。 ”Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake.” （ヤマブシタケの摂取は鬱や不安を減らす） 約1…

May 6, 2019 · 3 shares · 2,133 followers View post →
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@C62482 · X

RT @k_ohnuki: ヤマブシタケの研究で、私共が初めて発表した研究。 ”Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake.” （ヤマブシタケの摂取は鬱や不安を減らす） 約1…

Mar 22, 2019 · 3 shares · 4,041 followers View post →
Nakashima, Taisuke
@taisuke0617 · X

RT @k_ohnuki: ヤマブシタケの研究で、私共が初めて発表した研究。 ”Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake.” （ヤマブシタケの摂取は鬱や不安を減らす） 約1…

Mar 22, 2019 · 3 shares · 71 followers View post →
大貫宏一郎＠食品機能学研究者
@k_ohnuki · X

ヤマブシタケの研究で、私共が初めて発表した研究。 ”Reduction of depression and anxiety by 4 weeks Hericium erinaceus intake.” （ヤマブシタケの摂取は鬱や不安を減らす） 約10年前の研究ですが、当時は（今も？）記憶や学習よりもメンタルヘルスに興味がありました。 https://t.co/fkdMi5xjg8

Mar 22, 2019 · 19 likes · 3 shares · 2,133 followers View post →