Description
Lion’s Mane Extract with Acerola & Black Pepper delivers the equivalent of 1500mg Lion’s Mane mushroom per capsule from a concentrated 12:1 extract standardised to 30% polysaccharides — paired with natural vitamin C from acerola cherry on a bed of alfalfa. Black pepper is included as a traditional ingredient alongside the active stack.
Per 1-capsule serving
- Lion’s Mane 12:1 Extract (Hericium erinaceus) (30% polysaccharides (37.5mg)) — 125mg
- Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) — 235mg
- Acerola Fruit (Malpighia glabra) (provides Vitamin C 12.75mg, 16% NRV) — 75mg
- Vitamin C — 12.75mg (16% NRV)
- Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) — 10mg
EFSA-approved health claims (vitamins & minerals)
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system, the protection of cells from oxidative stress, the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth, normal functioning of the nervous system, normal psychological function, and the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E
- Other is Vitamin C increases iron absorption
Key features
- 12:1 concentrated extract standardised to 30% polysaccharides
- Natural vitamin C from whole acerola fruit — not synthetic ascorbic acid
- 120 capsules per bottle — 4-month supply at one capsule daily
How to take: Adults, take one (1) capsule per day with water and preferably with food.
Manufactured in the United Kingdom to GMP standards.
About the ingredients
Acerola
Acerola (Malpighia glabra), also called the Barbados or West Indies cherry, is a small tropical fruit with one of the highest vitamin C contents of any food by weight. Acerola fruit powder is widely used in supplements as a natural source of vitamin C. Read more in the encyclopaedia
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa, lucerne)
Alfalfa (Medicago sativa, also called lucerne) is a leguminous forage plant used as a Western herbalism remedy, an animal feed crop, and a fresh sprout in salads. It is sold in the UK as a food supplement (leaf, seed, sprout) at modest doses. There are NO UK-authorised health claims for alfalfa — claims for cholesterol reduction, menopause symptoms, "blood purification", and detoxification are all unauthorised. Two specific safety issues shape the responsible position: alfalfa contains L-canavanine, a non-protein amino acid that has triggered systemic-lupus-like reactions in animal studies and case reports in humans (Malinow 1982, Alcocer-Varela 1985); alfalfa sprouts are also one of the most common vehicles for Salmonella and E. coli foodborne illness. Camden does not stock or recommend alfalfa supplements. Read more in the encyclopaedia
Black Pepper (Piper nigrum)
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is a flowering vine of the Piperaceae family whose dried unripe berries are the world's most-traded spice. Piperine, the principal alkaloid, is the bioactive studied for its broad effects on drug-metabolising enzymes and intestinal absorption. There are no authorised UK food-supplement health claims for black pepper. Piperine-containing supplements can affect prescription-medicine handling — disclose use to your prescriber. Read more in the encyclopaedia
Lion's Mane
Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is an edible white mushroom with a long history of culinary and traditional use, particularly across East Asia. It is sold in the UK as a food supplement. There are no authorised UK health claims for Lion's Mane — its EFSA evaluation for cognitive and nervous-system claims remains on hold. Read more in the encyclopaedia
Vitamin C
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a water-soluble vitamin the body uses for collagen synthesis, immune function, antioxidant protection of cells, and to help absorb iron from plant foods. UK NHS reference intake is 40 mg/day for adults. Most UK adults meeting the eat-five-a-day pattern cover this from food; supplementation is sensible for those who do not, and during specific situations like recovery or pregnancy. Read more in the encyclopaedia
