Mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) as therapeutic potential for human health

Monkey head mushroom or the lion mane mushroom is an edible mushroom for human health and is known for culinary and medicinal uses. This mushroom contains biochemical compounds that stimulate the growth of brain cells and is also useful for protection against Alzheimer’s disease besides reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Monkey head mushroom or the lion mane mushroom is also useful in diabetes management. It has also cancer fighting abilities. This manuscript endeavors the beneficial effect of monkey head mushroom for human health by its therapeutic potential.