Rankings/Nootropics/Lion's Mane
Host Defense

Lion's Mane

NootropicsServing: 2 Capsule(s)Type: Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
N+ Score
F
52
Adequacy
35%
50
Completeness
25%
25
Transparency
20%
100
Diversity
20%
42

About This Product

Host Defense Lion's Mane is a single-ingredient nootropic supplement, providing 1 gram of Lion's Mane per serving. It achieves a perfect 100% label transparency, clearly stating its sole active component. However, this product receives an N+ Score of 52, resulting in an 'F' grade, placing it in the below-average tier. While Lion's Mane is commonly used for cognitive support, research on its optimal dosage and efficacy is ongoing. The formulation does not list any ingredients at clinically studied doses, nor are any specifically identified as underdosed, given its single-ingredient nature. This product may be suitable for individuals interested in exploring the potential benefits of Lion's Mane as a standalone supplement, but its low N+ score reflects concerns regarding formula completeness and ingredient adequacy within the broader nootropic category.

Strengths

  • +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed

Weaknesses

  • Missing several expected ingredients for its category

Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)

IngredientAmountStatus
Lion's Mane1.000 Gram(s)N/A

Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.