Host Defense Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals, Blood Sugar, 60 Capsules supplement bottle
Host Defense

Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals, Blood Sugar, 60 Capsules

What We Researched
6 active ingredients analyzed · 2 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 3 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
74
Product Score Fair
63
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 300 mg
Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) leaf extract‡ 300 mg
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 100 mg
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 100 mg
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) bark extract‡ 100 mg
Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) leaf extract‡ 100 mg
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Maitake (Grifola frondosa) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ Good
  • Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) leaf extract‡ Fair
  • Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium/fermented brown rice biomass‡ Poor
  • Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ Fair
  • Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) bark extract‡ Fair
  • Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) leaf extract‡ Good
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Pullulan
  • Maltodextrin
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Maitake (Grifola frondosa) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 300 mg Under-dosed
  • Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) leaf extract‡ 300 mg Effective
  • Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) bark extract‡ 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) leaf extract‡ 100 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 300 mg
Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) leaf extract‡ 300 mg
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 100 mg
Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 100 mg
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) bark extract‡ 100 mg
Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) leaf extract‡ 100 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Pullulan Safe

Forms plant-based capsule shells. Fully fermentation-derived.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Host Defense

Founded 1980 · Olympia, WA, USA · 63 products · hostdefense.com/

Certifications

5 certifications
B Corp Certified Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Gluten Free Gfco Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Vegan Certified Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed
In House Testing — Claimed

Violation History

1 incident
Lawsuit Trademark infringement and tortious interference of existing contracts and business relationships by an unauthorized seller.2024Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Host Defense Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals a good supplement?

Host Defense Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals, Blood Sugar, 60 Capsules received a product quality score of 74/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 6 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 2 inactive ingredients, 1 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Host Defense, holds a brand trust score of 63/100 with 5 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Usda Organic, Gluten Free Gfco, Non Gmo Project.

What are the ingredients in Host Defense Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals?

Host Defense Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals contains 6 active ingredients: Maitake (Grifola frondosa) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ (300 mg), Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre) leaf extract‡ (300 mg), Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium/fermented brown rice biomass‡ (100 mg), Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ (100 mg), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) bark extract‡ (100 mg), Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) leaf extract‡ (100 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Host Defense Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals safe to take?

Host Defense Mushrooms, MycoBotanicals, Blood Sugar, 60 Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Host Defense a trustworthy supplement brand?

Host Defense receives a brand trust score of 63/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Olympia, WA, USA, the company offers 63 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including B Corp Certified, Usda Organic, Gluten Free Gfco, Non Gmo Project. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Host Defense has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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