Hormones & Reproductive

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Serotonin-Estrogen Link May Explain Women’s Autoimmune Risk

Serotonin-Estrogen Link May Explain Women’s Autoimmune Risk

Reishi, Lion's mane

What they found

A study found a serotonin-estrogen link that may explain women’s 2-3 times higher autoimmune risk; reishi and lion’s mane may modulate these systems.

A study found a serotonin-estrogen link that may explain women’s 2-3 times higher autoimmune risk; reishi and lion’s mane may modulate these systems.

The number

2-3 times higher risk of autoimmune diseases

How solid is it?

Early human

Early human

Evidence ladder: Lab dish → Animal → Early human → Strong human. Reviews summarize earlier research.

At a glance

Latin name

Published in

BMC Women's Health

BMC Women's Health

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

HEALTH & WELLNESS

As it ran in Shroom Scan

Hormonal Heroines

Hormonal Heroines

A new study found a serotonin-estrogen link that may contribute to women's 2-3 times higher risk of autoimmune diseases. Interestingly, certain mushrooms like reishi and lion's mane have been shown to modulate serotonin systems and possess estrogen-like effects, potentially offering natural alternatives for managing hormonal health issues. For instance, reishi mushrooms have demonstrated a 9.3% reduction in breast cancer cell viability, while lion's mane has shown promise in reducing menopausal symptoms by up to 50% in some studies.

A new study found a serotonin-estrogen link that may contribute to women's 2-3 times higher risk of autoimmune diseases. Interestingly, certain mushrooms like reishi and lion's mane have been shown to modulate serotonin systems and possess estrogen-like effects, potentially offering natural alternatives for managing hormonal health issues. For instance, reishi mushrooms have demonstrated a 9.3% reduction in breast cancer cell viability, while lion's mane has shown promise in reducing menopausal symptoms by up to 50% in some studies.

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