Lion’s Mane Mushroom: The Exotic Functional Mushroom That Boosts Brain Health And Provides Many Other Health Benefits
Several studies have added to the growing pile of evidence proving that lion’s mane mushroom can be very beneficial for people looking to boost brain health.
Considered the world’s first “smart mushroom,” lion’s mane mushroom, also known by its scientific name Hericium erinceus, is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals and offers a mildly sweet flavor and a tender texture that mimics seafood.
Lion’s mane mushroom has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, and several studies have theorized that the reason lion’s mane keeps appearing in traditional medicinal practices is because there is some merit to their beliefs.
Modern scientific tests have revealed that lion’s mane does offer a number of nootropic or mind-affecting benefits, boosting cognitive function and helping to enhance memory retention.
A study published in the journal Antioxidants (Basel) found that lion’s mane mushrooms contain two special aromatic compounds that stimulate the growth of brain cells – hericenones and erinacines.
Another study in the Journal of Neurochemistry found that compounds in lion’s mane mushrooms may help improve memory. Researchers wrote that the compounds in lion’s mane mushroomscaused neurons in the hippocampus – the region of the brain believed to be responsible for learning and forming memories – to have larger growth cones. This strongly suggested that lion’s mane caused hippocampal neurons to not only grow, but grow more efficiently and form more connections.
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Furthermore, lion’s mane mushroom is also known to have other significant health benefits.
Supports digestive health and prevents ulcers
An article published in Johns Hopkins Medicine reports that properties of lion’s mane mushrooms have been shown to support the digestive tract, preventing ulcers by stopping the growth of Helicobacter pylori, a bacteria that damage the tissues in the stomach and the first part of the small intestine. This can cause redness and swelling and, in some cases, can also cause painful sores called peptic ulcers in the upper digestive tract.
Supports healthy immune function
Animal research, including a study published in the journal Food & Function, has shown that lion’s mane mushroom boosts immunity by increasing the activity of the intestinal immune system, which protects the body from pathogens that enter the gut through the mouth or nose.
A study published in the journal Frontiers in Immunology reported that a fungal protein from lion’s mane called HEP3 regulates the composition and metabolism of gut microbiota to activate the proliferation and differentiation of T cells, stimulate the intestinal antigen-presenting cells and play a probiotic role that has been proven beneficial in patients with irritable bowel syndrome.
Helps fight cancer
A study published in the journal Anti-cancer Agents in Medicinal Chemistry identified two natural compounds from Hericium erinaceous, named erinacerin O and erinacerin P, which inhibited glioma, the most common tumor of the central nervous system. Results showed increased apoptosis of U87 cells – a cell line with epithelial morphology isolated from malignant gliomas for patients diagnosed with glioblastoma – after treatment with erinacerin P.
Reduces the risk of heart disease
Research, including a study published in the journal Mycobiology, showed that lion’s mane extract improves fat metabolism and lowers triglyceride levels – reducing the risk of heart disease.
Speeds recovery from nervous system injury
Some research, including a study published in the International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms,suggested that extracts of lion’s mane mushrooms encourage nerve cells to grow and repair more quickly.
One study published in the journal Evidence-based Complementary Alternative Medicine showed that rats with nerve damage receiving a daily extract of lion’s mane mushrooms had quicker nerve regeneration than control animals.
Helps manage diabetes symptoms
A study published in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules proved lion’s mane mushroom beneficial for diabetes management by improving blood sugar management and reducing some of these side effects.
A study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology demonstrated that lion’s mane lowers blood sugars by blocking the activity of the enzyme alpha-glucosidase, which breaks down carbohydrates in the small intestine.
A study published in the journal Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine showed that in addition to lowering blood sugars, lion’s mane extract significantly reduced diabetic nerve pain in the hands and feet and even increased antioxidant levels.
Naturally uplifts mood and relieves anxiety and mild depression
Animal research, including a study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences,found that lion’s mane mushroom extract has anti-inflammatory effects that reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression in mice.
A small study of menopausal women published in the journal Biomedical Research found that eating cookies containing lion’s mane mushrooms daily for one month helped reduce self-reported feelings of anxiety and irritation.
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Oil Industry Will Be Swamped With Work ‘For Another 100 Years’ – Putin
The world will continue using oil and gas for a long time despite the focus on renewable energy, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said, adding that jobs in this sector have a secure future.
He was speaking at a meeting with the winners of the Leaders of Russia award on Tuesday, when he insisted that hydrocarbons production would remain relevant for years to come, even with increased talk about transitioning to renewable energy.
“No matter how they talk about renewable energy sources, for a very, very long time humanity will be dealing with the issues of hydrocarbons, their production and use,” Putin said. “There will be enough work for 100 years,” he added.
In its latest report published on Tuesday, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) said global oil demand is expected to grow by 2.25 million barrels per day (bpd) this year and by 1.85 million bpd in 2025. According to the report, robust growth in global oil consumption will be largely driven by transportation fuels.
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The Russian Finance Ministry forecast last year that the country’s revenues from oil and gas exports would surge by almost a third in 2024, reaching more than $118 billion. A further increase in energy revenues to over $121 billion is expected for 2025.
Russia sharply increased its energy exports to Asia last year after the EU stopped accepting the country’s oil transported by sea. China and India have emerged as major buyers of Russian crude since Moscow redirected its cargoes from Europe eastwards in response to Ukraine-related sanctions imposed by the West.
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‘Weekend in Ohio’: Two Women Charged With “Gross Abuse of A Corpse” After Driving Dead Man to Bank to Make Withdrawal
The plot to ‘Weekend at Bernie’s’ playout this past week in Ohio when two women reportedly “propped up a dead man in their car to withdraw hundreds of dollars from his bank account”, according to a report from the NY Post and the Star Beacon.
When they were done with the dead man, they dropped his corpse off at a local hospital, the report says.
Ashtabula Police Chief Robert Stell told the Star Beacon: “Before dropping him off they went through a bank drive-thru with him propped up in the passenger seat so that the teller could see him. … They tried to withdraw money from his account. The bank had allowed this previously as long as they were accompanied by him.”
The women managed to withdraw “about $900”, according to the Post.
When the women brought the dead man, 80 year old Douglas Layman to the emergency room, the medical staff were initially unaware of his identity.
However, authorities later managed to track down Loreen Bea Feralo, 55, and Karen Casbohm, 63, who dropped the body off and were able to identify him. They reported that he had passed away at his residence in Ashtabula, as per the police records.
Feralo was “convicted of reckless assault, possession of drug paraphernalia, criminal trespass, driving under the influence, theft and attempted possession of drugs,” the NY Post wrote. The women were also charged with theft and gross abuse of a corpse, the report says.
Ashtabula Prosecuting Attorney Cecilia Cooper commented: “We filed charges against two women. Karen Casbohm and Loreen Bea Feralo were charged with gross abuse of a corpse and theft.”
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Hannibal Run: Biden Admin Warns Florida May Get Swamped by “Mass Migration” Wave From Haiti
If only someone had given the Clintons a few more billion to vaporize as they “fixed” Haiti using a criminal combo of toxic construction, failed investments and the promotion of deadend macroeconomic policies before its president was assassinated in broad daylight, and before the whole island turned into a anarchic, warlord ridden, Mad Max wasteland of cannibals, maybe things could have turned out different. Or maybe not.
With the world still shocked at the whirlwind events taking place in the formerly quaint Caribbean island, on Tuesday Department of Defense officials testifying in Congress discussed the possibility of a “mass migration” into Florida as conditions in Haiti continue to deteriorate. Call it a… Hannibal Run?
Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz said during the House Armed Services Committee hearing that he was “deeply concerned” about the possibility of a large number of Haitian migrants amid the chaos in the Caribbean, coming to the Sunshine State “as a Florida man.”
At Tuesday’s hearing, Gaetz asked what President Joe Biden’s administration was doing to prepare for a “wave” of migrants fleeing Haiti, prompting DoD official Rebecca Zimmerman to say that preparations were being made for a potential increase in refugees.
“Congressman, we’re doing a number of things to ensure that we’re keeping track of the situation and we’re prepared,” said Zimmerman. “At the moment, we have not yet seen large numbers—what we would characterize as a maritime mass migration.”
Gaetz then interjected: “Do you anticipate a mass migration, though?”
“We are alert to that possibility,” Zimmerman responded. “I think you’re right that the driving conditions in Haiti could very well press more people. So, we’ve recently approved some additional assistance that we can provide to the Coast Guard.”
BREAKING: Biden admin. officials testify they’re preparing for a massive surge of Haitian migrants after thousands of inmates escaped the country’s prisons
It’s an invasion pic.twitter.com/uMyyu0N5G8— Breaking911 (@Breaking911) March 12, 2024
Gaetz then asked Army General Laura Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command, whether the government should “activate the authorities, anticipating a mass migration.”
“I think that we need to be postured appropriately for that,” Richardson said. “I have put in a request for increase capability to do exactly that. And we are ready if we need to deal with a mass migration.”
Conditions in Haiti have been becoming increasingly dire in recent months due to widespread gang violence and civil unrest. Armed gangs now reportedly control around 80% of Port-au-Prince, with Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry announcing his resignation on Tuesday.
While the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince remains open, some personnel have recently been evacuated from the facility due to the ongoing violence in the Haitian capital.
The embassy said in a release on Monday that “the U.S. military conducted an operation” to bolster security, allow “operations to continue,” and help “non-essential personnel to depart.”
Last week, the embassy warned U.S. citizens to “depart Haiti as soon as possible by commercial or other privately available transportation options, in light of the current security situation and infrastructure challenges.”
While the resignation of Henry had been demanded by the gangs occupying Port-au-Prince, it is unclear whether the situation will soon improve in Haiti as a result of the resignation being announced.
Henry said that he would leave office following the formation of a transitional council, although concerns remain that the gang leaders may reject a new interim leader chosen by the council and demand they control the government instead.
As for anyone expecting the Biden admin to actually do something – for once – about the next migration flood of cannibals undocumented carnivores, don’t hold your breath for the following simple reason…
Biden about to surge in the polls https://t.co/5333KrB9o3
— zerohedge (@zerohedge) March 12, 2024
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Citing ‘Irreversible’ Damage, NHS Bans Puberty Blockers For Children
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Trump Pledges to Release Capitol Rioters
Former US President Donald Trump has said that freeing the “wrongfully imprisoned”Capitol Hill rioters will be one of his “first acts” if he returns to the White House. Nearly 1,400 Trump supporters have been arrested and charged for taking part in the January 6 protest.
In a post on his Truth Social platform on Monday, Trump said: “My first acts as your next President will be to Close the Border, DRILL, BABY, DRILL, and Free the January 6 Hostages being wrongfully imprisoned!”
A crowd of Trump’s supporters descended on the US Capitol on January 6, 2021 in an attempt to prevent lawmakers from certifying what they believed was Joe Biden’s fraudulent victory in the presidential election the previous November. The demonstration quickly degenerated into a riot, although US Capitol Police restored order within hours.
Biden and his Democrat allies labeled the affray an “insurrection,” and the US Justice Department launched an unprecedented manhunt to track down and arrest those who took part. As of last week, 1,358 people have been charged in relation to the riot, most of them for misdemeanor trespassing offenses. However, 127 have been charged with using weapons or injuring police officers, and even those convicted of non-violent crimes have received lengthyprison terms.
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Trump is facing federal charges for allegedly instigating the riot. According to government prosecutor Jack Smith, the former president sparked the unrest and committed conspiracy against the United States by telling his supporters to “fight like hell” against Congress’ certification of Biden’s win. According to Trump’s lawyers, the then-president was well within his rights to give such a speech, during which he also encouraged his followers to protest “peacefully and patriotically.”
A Washington DC appeals court has yet to decide whether presidential immunity should shield Trump from being prosecuted over the speech.
Trump has referred to the rioters as “political prisoners,” and suggested that he would pardon some of them if re-elected. “I am inclined to pardon many of them,” he said at a CNN town hall event last year. “I can’t say for every single one, because a couple of them, probably they got out of control,” he added.
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With his last remaining rival, Nikki Haley, suspending her presidential campaign last week, Trump is all but certain to be the Republican Party’s nominee to take on Biden in this November’s presidential election. Most recent opinion polls show Trump leading the incumbent Democrat by between two and nine points.
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