Our brains are powerful machines. But, keeping them in tip-top shape takes more than a few brain games on our phones…
Fog. When you look outside and see it, there's no clarity, no clear path to finding your direction. Fog can make navigating the simplest path a most difficult task.
When our brain is foggy, thinking can become unclear, life seems to go in circles and it's frustrating.
BUT there is a way to cut through the fog.
With brain-boosting substances to help improve memory and stimulate cognitive function, Nootropics help to unlock our brain's abilities to think clearly and maintain clarity.
Nootropics help to unlock our brain's abilities to achieve and stay in our most productive flow state. And there's no better feeling than reaching our flow state.
It's that effortless production, creativity, and efficiency... That's our flow state. Pure productivity.
Now some days, getting into your flow state is as simple as sitting down at a clean, organised desk. Other days... it can feel impossible to find the groove.
But by utilising nootropics, we can increase flow, focus, and fuel our minds... No jitters. No hidden chemicals. Simply brainpower.
So, how can we utilise these nootropics? One way is through the power of superfoods such as Lion's Mane Mushrooms. Classified as an adaptogen, Lion’s Mane (along with its many other mushroom family members) helps the body to adapt to specific stressors throughout our lives.
Health Benefits of Lion's Mane
Extensively grown and consumed in many parts of Asia, medicinal mushrooms such as Lion's Mane have many purported health benefits. Cognitively, these benefits include:
Protection Against Cognitive Decline -- Our brain’s ability to grow and form new connections typically declines with age... bringing back that fog we talked about earlier and taking away that fog-free clarity. However, studies have found that Lion's Mane contains two special compounds that may stimulate brain cell growth.
Mood Support -- While there are many causes, chronic inflammation, mental fatigue, and cognitive decline could all influence mood. Researchers are exploring whether improved functioning of the hippocampus may explain the changes in mood-related behaviours observed in animal studies involving Lion's Mane extracts.
Reduce Inflammation & Oxidative Stress -- One study found that lion’s mane had the fourth-highest antioxidant activity. Chronic inflammation and oxidative stress are areas of ongoing research into many aspects of modern health, and increasing antioxidant intake is one factor researchers are exploring.
Supports Your Immune System -- A healthy immune system helps the body look after itself. Research is exploring whether Lion’s Mane may support the immune system by increasing the activity of the intestinal immune system.
While these studies all have promise, it's important to note these studies were performed on animals. There are very limited studies on humans.
Superfood & Lion’s Mane Australia
Lion’s Mane mushrooms can be enjoyed raw, cooked, dried or steeped as a tea. As well, the extracts are often used in health supplements in the form of capsules, liquid, tablets, or powder.
However, it’s important to note whether or not you’re receiving organic Lion's Mane mushroom extract to ensure the most potent benefits. Products like those found at Superfoods Australia are the perfect combination of Tonic Herbs and Extracts to help support our bodies as they adapt and to support cognitive function.
Article written by Rachel for Superfoods Australia.
This article is general information only and is not medical advice. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting a new supplement.
