Mushrooms™, Elderberry Plus Syrup, 4 fl oz (120 ml)
Product Analysis
Transparency Excellent
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit juice concentrate‡ | 2 g | † |
| Agarikon (Fomitopsis officinalis) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit extract powder‡ | 100 mg | † |
Bioavailability Fair
Absorption Rating
- Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit juice concentrate‡ Fair
- Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ Fair
- Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ Poor
- Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ Fair
- Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit extract powder‡ Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Cane Sugar
- Glycerin
- Water
- Purified
- Ascorbic Acid
Efficacy Very Poor
Dosage Analysis
- Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 250 mg Under-dosed
- Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ 250 mg Under-dosed
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30 | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8 g | 3%* |
| Total Sugars | 3 g | † |
| Includes 2 g added sugars | 4%* | |
| Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit juice concentrate‡ | 2 g | † |
| Agarikon (Fomitopsis officinalis) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ | 250 mg | † |
| Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit extract powder‡ | 100 mg | † |
Other Ingredients
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Certifications
5 certifications
Transparency
2 claims
Violation History
1 incident
Is Host Defense Mushrooms™, Elderberry Plus Syrup a good supplement?
Host Defense Mushrooms™, Elderberry Plus Syrup, 4 fl oz (120 ml) received a product quality score of 57/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 10 active ingredients with 12 servings per container. Of the 5 inactive ingredients, 3 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™, Elderberry Plus Syrup?
Host Defense Mushrooms™, Elderberry Plus Syrup contains 10 active ingredients: Calories (30), Total Carbohydrate (8 g), Total Sugars (3 g), Includes 2 g added sugars, Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) fruit juice concentrate‡ (2 g), Agarikon (Fomitopsis officinalis) mycelium‡/fermented brown rice biomass‡ (250 mg), and 4 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is Host Defense Mushrooms™, Elderberry Plus Syrup safe to take?
Host Defense Mushrooms™, Elderberry Plus Syrup, 4 fl oz (120 ml) 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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