M2 Ingredients' Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder is created from dehydrated, finely milled lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus) mushrooms. By containing the fruiting body and mycelium the result is a full spectrum mushroom containing an array of bioactive compounds such as beta-glucans, erinacines, hericerins, and hericenones. These compounds in lion's mane aid the nervous system, and promote the production of nerve growth factor (NGF) proteins. The hericenones and erinacines provide support for the peripheral nervous system, and the central nervous system is aided by hericerins. When used in food and beverage applications, the result is improved neuroplasticity, balancing mood, and increased cognitive function. Common applications include chocolates, coffees, functional teas, and more.