The increasing consumption of Lion's Mane and other culinary and medicinal mushrooms can be attributed not only to the pleasant flavor and aroma but also to the current search for functional foods that are high in nutrition as well as bioactives including antioxidants. Low in calories and fat, Lion's Mane is an excellent addition to virtually anyone's diet because it is rich in proteins, fibers, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and a variety of beneficial phytochemicals. Additionally, Lion's Mane is noted for its polysaccharide components, which play a role in the stimulation of the immune system. One of Lion's Mane's most unique and powerful benefits is activities related to nerve and brain health.