Host Defense Mushrooms™ Mycobenefits, Focus, 60 Capsules supplement bottle
Host Defense

Mushrooms™ Mycobenefits, Focus, 60 Capsules

What We Researched
11 active ingredients analyzed · 2 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
77
Product Score Fair
63
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as Thiamine Mononitrate) 3 mg 250%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 2 mg 154%
Niacin (as Inositol Hexanicotinate) 50 mg 313%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 3 mg 176%
Folate (as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium)Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 400 mcg DFE 100%
Biotin 500 mcg 20833%
Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 100 mg 18%
L-Taurine 200 mg
Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150 mg
Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150 mg
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150mg
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as Thiamine Mononitrate) Fair
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) Good
  • Niacin (as Inositol Hexanicotinate) Poor
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) Good
  • Folate (as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium)Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) Good
  • Biotin Good
  • Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) Poor
  • L-Taurine Good
  • Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ Good
  • Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ Poor
  • Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ Poor
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Pullulan (Capsule)
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as Thiamine Mononitrate) 3 mg Effective
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 2 mg Effective
  • Niacin (as Inositol Hexanicotinate) 50 mg High
  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 3 mg Effective
  • Folate (as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium)Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 400 mcg DFE Effective
  • Biotin 500 mcg Effective
  • Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Taurine 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150 mg Under-dosed
  • Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as Thiamine Mononitrate) 3 mg 250%
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) 2 mg 154%
Niacin (as Inositol Hexanicotinate) 50 mg 313%
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 3 mg 176%
Folate (as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium)Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) 400 mcg DFE 100%
Biotin 500 mcg 20833%
Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 100 mg 18%
L-Taurine 200 mg
Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150 mg
Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150 mg
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.l.) mycelium‡/rice biomass‡ 150mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

Serves as both a filler and a supplemental source of calcium and phosphorus.

Pullulan (Capsule) Safe

It is used as a material for vegetarian capsules.

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™ Mycobenefits, Focus a good supplement?

Host Defense Mushrooms™ Mycobenefits, Focus, 60 Capsules received a product quality score of 77/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 11 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. All 2 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. 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™ Mycobenefits, Focus?

Host Defense Mushrooms™ Mycobenefits, Focus contains 11 active ingredients: Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as Thiamine Mononitrate) (3 mg), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) (2 mg), Niacin (as Inositol Hexanicotinate) (50 mg), Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) (3 mg), Folate (as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Calcium)Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin) (400 mcg DFE), Biotin (500 mcg), and 5 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Thiamine at 250% DV, Niacin at 313% DV, Biotin at 20833% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Host Defense Mushrooms™ Mycobenefits, Focus safe to take?

Host Defense Mushrooms™ Mycobenefits, Focus, 60 Capsules has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. All 2 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are rated safe based on regulatory data and published safety research. This is a clean formulation with no controversial additives. 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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