Swanson Lion’s Mane Mushroom 500mg – 60 Capsules
Swanson Lion’s Mane Mushroom 500mg – 60 Capsules
Swanson Full Spectrum Lion's Mane Mushroom provides 500 mg of whole lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus) fruiting body powder per capsule. The label serving is two capsules a day, giving 1,000 mg daily, and the bottle holds 60 capsules, a 30-day supply.
This is a whole mushroom powder, not a concentrated extract. The fruiting body is dried and milled, with no extraction step, so the label states a weight of mushroom rather than a guaranteed amount of any named compound. That makes it a straightforward, unstandardised lion's mane product. If you want an extract with polysaccharide and beta-glucan figures printed on the label, the comparison table below shows the two extracts we stock alongside it.
At a Glance
- Type: food supplement, whole fruiting body powder in capsules
- Mushroom: lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus), fruiting body only
- Amount: 500 mg per capsule, 1,000 mg per daily serving of 2 capsules
- Standardisation: none stated; this is a whole powder, not an extract
- Pack: 60 capsules, 2 a day, 30-day supply
- Capsule shell: gelatine. Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans
- Status: food supplement regulated in Ireland by the FSAI. Lion's mane fruiting body is not a novel food in the EU
- Delivery: dispatched from Dublin by DPD, no customs charges, free on Irish orders over €75
Supplement Facts
| Active ingredient | Per capsule | Per daily serving (2 capsules) | %NRV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion's mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) fruiting body, whole powder | 500 mg | 1,000 mg | * |
* No EU Nutrient Reference Value exists for lion's mane.
Ingredients: lion's mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) fruiting body, gelatine (capsule), rice extract blend, rice flour, rice concentrate. No allergens are declared in the ingredients list.
Key Features
- 500 mg of lion's mane per capsule, 1,000 mg per two-capsule daily serving
- Fruiting body only, not mycelium grown on grain
- Whole mushroom powder with no extraction step, stated plainly
- Rice-based excipients only: rice extract blend, rice flour and rice concentrate
- Gelatine capsule shell, declared on the label
- Held in stock in Dublin and dispatched by DPD, normally the next working day
Whole powder or extract: how this compares
Lion's mane products are sold in two main forms, and the milligram figures are not directly comparable between them. A whole powder is the dried mushroom at natural strength. An extract is concentrated from a larger weight of mushroom and usually carries guaranteed figures for named compound groups. Here is how this product sits against the two lion's mane extracts we stock, using each label's recommended daily serving. The capsule shell differs too: both extracts use plant-based capsules.
| Product | Form | Per daily serving | Label standardisation | Capsules a day | Days per pack | Capsule shell |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanson Lion's Mane 500mg (this product) | Whole fruiting body powder | 1,000 mg powder | None stated | 2 | 30 | Gelatine |
| Osavi Lion's Mane 600mg | Fruiting body extract, DER 30:1 | 600 mg extract | Min. 40% polysaccharides, of which min. 20% beta-glucans | 1 | 120 | Hypromellose (plant-based) |
| KIKI Health Organic Lion's Mane Extract | Organic fruiting body hot water extract, 15:1 to 17:1 | 800 to 1,600 mg extract | 50% beta-glucan-rich polysaccharides | 2 to 4 | 15 to 30 | Hypromellose (plant-based) |
DER is the extraction ratio: the weight of dried mushroom used compared with the weight of finished extract. Figures are taken from each product's label.
What "Full Spectrum" means on this label
Full Spectrum is Swanson's product name for a whole, unextracted mushroom powder. It tells you the fruiting body has been dried and milled as a whole rather than extracted. It is not a measurement, and it does not guarantee the amount of any particular compound in the capsule.
Comparing lion's mane products? Every lion's mane supplement we stock is listed in our lion's mane collection.
For how to read extraction ratios, equivalent figures and fruiting body labels, see our Mushroom Supplements Ireland guide.
How to Take
Take one capsule twice a day with water. The manufacturer suggests taking it with food if you experience stomach discomfort. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose of two capsules. For adults 18 years and over.
This product is a food supplement and is not a medicine. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or health condition. No authorised EU health claim is made for lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus) on this page. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swanson Full Spectrum Lion's Mane Mushroom?
It is a food supplement containing whole lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus) fruiting body powder in gelatine capsules. Each capsule provides 500 mg, and the label serving of two capsules provides 1,000 mg a day. The bottle holds 60 capsules.
How much lion's mane do I get a day, and how long does a bottle last?
The label directs one capsule twice a day, which is 1,000 mg of lion's mane fruiting body daily. At that serving, a 60-capsule bottle lasts 30 days. Do not exceed two capsules a day.
Is this a lion's mane extract?
No. It is a whole fruiting body powder, meaning the mushroom is dried and milled without an extraction step. The label therefore states the weight of mushroom, 500 mg per capsule, and gives no standardised polysaccharide or beta-glucan figure. Extracts such as Osavi Lion's Mane 600mg and KIKI Health Organic Lion's Mane Extract do state those figures.
Is it made from fruiting body or mycelium?
Fruiting body only. The fruiting body is the visible mushroom. Mycelium is the thread-like network the fungus grows from, and mycelium supplements are often grown on grain that stays in the finished powder. The two are different raw materials and are not interchangeable weight for weight.
What does "Full Spectrum" mean?
It is Swanson's name for its whole, unextracted mushroom powders. It indicates the whole fruiting body has been used rather than an extract. It is a product name, not a measured amount of any compound.
Is lion's mane legal to buy in Ireland?
Yes. Lion's mane is sold in Ireland as a food supplement, regulated by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland. Under EU novel food rules, lion's mane fruiting body is not a novel food, so it can be sold without pre-market authorisation. Dehydrated lion's mane mycelium powder is listed as novel, which is one reason the part used matters.
Is there an approved EU health claim for lion's mane?
No. No health claim has been authorised under EU Regulation 1924/2006 for lion's mane or for mushroom beta-glucans. That is why this page describes what is in the capsule rather than any effect.
Is it suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
No. The capsule shell is gelatine, which is animal-derived. The contents are lion's mane fruiting body and rice-based excipients, but the capsule makes the product unsuitable for vegetarians and vegans. If you need a plant-based capsule, Osavi Lion's Mane 600mg and KIKI Health Organic Lion's Mane Extract both use hypromellose shells.
Are there any precautions?
It is for adults only. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Do not take it if you have a mushroom allergy. Do not exceed two capsules a day, and keep out of the reach of children.
How is it delivered, and will I pay customs?
Orders are dispatched from our Dublin warehouse by DPD on a tracked service, normally the next working day. Because the stock is already in Ireland, there are no customs charges, import VAT or handling fees. Delivery is free on Irish orders over €75.
Product details: Swanson · Full Spectrum Lion's Mane Mushroom · 60 capsules · 500 mg per capsule · 2 capsules daily · gelatine capsule shell · food supplement.
Advisory Information (Ireland)
- Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
- Do not exceed the recommended daily dose of two capsules.
- For adults 18 years and over.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medication or under medical supervision, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use.
- Contains gelatine. Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
- Not suitable for anyone with a known mushroom allergy.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of young children.
- Do not use if the seal is broken. Store in a cool, dry place.
- This product is a food supplement and is not a medicine. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
- Manufactured by Swanson Health Products, USA. Sold in Ireland by Probiotic.ie, Dublin.
- Food supplements sold in Ireland are regulated by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI). Medicines are regulated separately by the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA).