Lion’s Mane Mushroom (Hericium erinaceus): A Neuroprotective Fungus with Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antimicrobial Potential—A Narrative Review
Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro · Universidade Federal Fluminense
Abstract
Hericium erinaceus, commonly known as lion’s mane mushroom, has gained increasing scientific interest due to its rich composition of bioactive compounds and diverse health-promoting properties. This narrative review provides a comprehensive overview of the nutritional and therapeutic potential of H. erinaceus, with a particular focus on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities. A structured literature search was performed using databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, Web of Science, Science Direct, and Google Scholar. Studies published in the last two decades focusing on H. erinaceus’ bioactive compounds were included. The chemical composition of H. erinaceus includes…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 49.46
- Percentile
- 100%
- References
- 228
Authors
2Topics & keywords
- Hericium erinaceus
- Antimicrobial
- Erinaceus
- Nutraceutical
- Traditional medicine
- Mangiferin
- Medicine
- Pharmacology
Funding
- CDCoordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível SuperiorAwards: 313119/2020-1, E-26/203.745/2024, E-26/200.891/2021
- CNConselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e TecnológicoAwards: 313119/2020-1, E-26/203.745/2024, E-26/200.891/2021
- FCFundação Carlos Chagas Filho de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado do Rio de JaneiroAwards: E-26/200.891/2021, E-26/203.745/2024, 313119/2020-1