2.2. Treatments
Participants were assigned to their treatment groups in a double-blind manner using a computer-generated randomization sequence. The treatment regimen consisted of taking three white vegetarian capsules daily, with each capsule containing either placebo (microcrystalline cellulose) or 600 mg of lion’s mane mushroom (SO-DSX1Participants were given a single bottle and were instructed to take three capsules every morning after having breakfast. The first and last doses of their 28-day treatment plan were administered under laboratory supervision, while the intermediate doses were self-administered at home. Adherence to the treatment was monitored through daily completion of a treatment diary, and a pill count was conducted during the final laboratory visit, revealing an average compliance of 96%. Participants reported any adverse health outcomes to assess tolerability and side effects associated with the intervention.