When comparing mushroom supplements, begin with the named species, the material used and the quantity declared per daily portion. A species name, extract ratio or front-of-pack slogan does not tell you the complete composition. Compare a single-species powder, an extract and a multi-ingredient blend as different products, using the exact label for each.
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Portion prices are calculated from the net contents. Portion sizes differ between products; this is not a dosing recommendation. Read the full ingredients and directions on the product label.
Price per 500 mg extract = portion price ÷ declared extract per portion (mg) × 500.
 NOW Foods
Lion's Mane, 500mg - 60 vcaps
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 Doctor's Best
Ultra Cordyceps, 750mg - 60 vcaps
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 Swanson
Reishi Mushroom Extract, 500mg - 90 caps
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 Osavi
Lion's Mane, 600mg - 120 vegan caps
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| Pack size | 60 capsules | 60 capsules | 90 capsules | 120 capsules |
| Main ingredients | Organic Lion's Mane (fruiting body) extract powder | Cordyceps sinensis mycelium extract (min. 8% cordycepic acid) | Reishi mushroom fruiting body extract (10% polysaccharides) | Organic Lion's Mane (fruiting body) extract powder |
| Label portion | 2 capsules | 1 capsules | 1 capsules | 1 capsules |
| Declared extract per portion | 1,000 mg | 750 mg | 500 mg | 600 mg |
| Pack price | €23.99 | €23.99 | €15.99 | €18.99 |
| Price per portion | €0.80 | €0.40 | €0.18 | €0.16 |
| Price per 500 mg extract | €0.40 | €0.27 | €0.18 | €0.13 |
| Allergen information | See the manufacturer’s full allergen statement. | See the manufacturer’s full allergen statement. | See the manufacturer’s full allergen statement. | See the manufacturer’s full allergen statement. |
| Certifications | GMP Organic | GMP Non-GMO | GMP | — |
| Label information | Label information | Label information | Label information | Label information |
Prices include VAT for Ireland. Courier delivery: €6.99; free from €65.00. Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days.
Product facts checked: 2026-10-28.
Which species and material does the label identify?
Check the scientific name as well as the common name. Lion's Mane is commonly labelled Hericium erinaceus and Reishi Ganoderma lucidum; Cordyceps products require their own exact species or culture identification. Then check whether the material is fruiting body, mycelium or another declared preparation. A common name alone is insufficient to establish the identity of a blend.
How should I read extract ratios and percentages?
Record the extract amount and any ratio or standardisation separately. A 10:1 ratio does not mean 10% beta-glucans and does not establish a clinical effect. If a label declares beta-glucans, check what ingredient and quantity the percentage describes. Total polysaccharides and beta-glucans are different label entries; do not substitute one for the other or infer an undeclared amount.
How do I compare portions and prices?
Divide capsule count or net powder mass by the recommended portion to calculate portions per pack and cost per portion. A hypothetical 60-capsule pack with two capsules per portion contains 30 portions; at €18, each costs €0.60. Compare declared extract amounts only for clearly identified, comparable materials. Equal milligram amounts across different species or preparations do not establish equivalent products.
What else belongs in the buying decision?
Check the full ingredient list, carriers, capsule material, allergens, instructions and warnings. A mushroom blend may include other ingredients, so do not assume every blend is caffeine-free. Follow its own directions instead of a species-based morning or evening schedule. Seek advice about suitability if you take medication or have a medical condition. Species names do not establish memory, sleep or endurance benefits.
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