# Could Lion’s Mane Help Protect Your Aging Brain?| EP 403.A

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Published: 2026-05-20T07:00:00+00:00
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I investigate the science behind Lion's Mane, the fascinating “smart mushroom,” including two unique compounds that can cross the blood-brain barrier and a Japanese study on adults over 50 that explored its effects on memory and mental performance. For the episode's full transcript: https://drgundry.com/ep-403-a-transcript/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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