Neurological Activity of Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) Quiz

Neurological Activity of Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) Quiz

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This medical journal activity, Journal of Restorative Medicine 2019, from 03/01/2019 — 02/28/2020, has been reviewed and is acceptable for credit by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Which of the following statements are true about lion’s mane polysaccharides?1
- All are true
- Several polysaccharides were shown to have neuroprotective effects
- Several polysaccharides have been shown to have antitumor potential
- More than 35 varieties of polysaccharides have been extracted from lion’s mane.
Which of the following statements is not true regarding lion’s mane?1
- Lion’s mane polysaccharides reduce oxidative stress through various mechanisms.
- Lion’s mane compounds do not have the ability to cross the blood-brain-barrier
- Sterols derived from lion’s mane have been shown to inhibit LDL oxidation
- Terpenoids from lion’s mane have been shown to be neurotrophic and neuroprotective
In mouse models of Alzheimer’s disease, lion’s mane was associated with which of the following?1
- Lion’s mane extract increased serum acetylcholine levels
- Lion’s mane administered preventatively reduced amyloid plaque deposits
- All are true
- Lion’s mane administration prevented specific types of memory deficits induced by amyloid plaque
Which of the following mechanism of actions does not apply to lion’s mane in Alzheimer’s Disease?1
- Reduction of cerebral plaque.
- Decreased Tau tangles.
- Increased acetylcholine concentrations.
- Increased cerebral blood flow.