Host Defense - Lion's Mane Extract, Memory & Nerve Support, 60 Servings (2 oz)

First, everyone says this tastes terrible. It tastes like mushrooms mixed with vodka. Which is pretty much what it is, so not sure what people were expecting. This does not taste like Jennifer Aniston right out of the shower. Second, it does what it says it does, it gives your brain a bit of a lite lift. If you put the dropper in your mouth and let it sit under your tongue it will burn a bit (I mean its mushroom vodka), but it will get into your system quicker. You will feel a 5% increase in your brain clarity within the 15 minutes and will keep you perked up. Not sure how long it lasts, but it will wear off. I take mine without food: 1st thing in the AM and at noon. Sometimes before bed to help me sleep (thanks mushroom vodka!). Got this to give me a bit of a boost on days when I need it. And so far so good. A 5% increase in my overall well being is well worth the price.

Put this in my coffee every morning, will continue to do so as long as I’m alive. Some may say they don’t notice the benefits right away, but it’s an adaptogen, meaning you must use it over time continuously. Wonderful product.

Update. I've tried several different companies product over some time since this review. A few were very good. Almost all had some effects, surprisingly. Originally I started this with... "Probably”. Now I must say "Definitely" the best Lions Mane product around! While capsules are almost all mycelium(!), this is an extracted mycelium w/fruiting bodies as well. I put in morning coffee, slight alcohol taste, but didn't effect me(I'm struggling with Chronic Lyme disease, and alcohol doesn't work anymore, just makes me sick, almost allergic? No signs of that. Just the taste a bit. Works excellent! I think I'll go back to their capsules again, see if any difference felt. One of the greatest products made, and natural! May reverse Alzheimer's, probably prevent it! I took at first, for nerve support for my Belle's Palsey. Mental clarity was immediate! Like airing out a smoke filled kitchen. Has helped with anxiety, confusion, depression, immensely! Thank God for Lions Mane! And those who proudly produce/include all the important compounds, some not found/not soluble in the raw mushroom. The Real magic is in the mycelium. Great when mixed some fruiting bodies of this high quality! Best Lions Mane with the most beneficial compounds available! If you're 50 or over, a must have! Really amazing species . Research! Read reviews! Incredible supplement. Don't wait, save your memories, avoid dementia! Amazing stuff!!!

Combined with magnesium L-threonate has helped my memory retention.

This is great product, l’m ordering this For the third time. Absolutely no taste What so ever, can also put it in coffee. Be careful which one you decide to buy. I’ve done my homework, so go for it.