Host Defense Mushrooms™, MycoShield Spray®, Licorice Root, 1 fl oz (30 ml) supplement bottle
Host Defense

Mushrooms™, MycoShield Spray®, Licorice Root, 1 fl oz (30 ml)

What We Researched
7 active ingredients analyzed · 5 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
38
Product Score Poor
63
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Very Poor

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Extract Blend 0.42 ml
Fresh Agarikon (Fomitopsis officinalis) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.I.) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Birch Polypore (Piptoporus betulinus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Turkey Tails (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Dried Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) root extract‡
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Fresh Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.I.) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡ Poor
  • Fresh Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡ Fair
  • Fresh Birch Polypore (Piptoporus betulinus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡ Fair
  • Fresh Turkey Tails (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡ Fair
  • Dried Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) root extract‡ Good
Other Ingredients Fair

Fillers & Additives

No inactive ingredient data available.

Efficacy N/A

Dosage Analysis

Dosage data not available for assessment.

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Proprietary Extract Blend 0.42 ml
Fresh Agarikon (Fomitopsis officinalis) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.I.) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Birch Polypore (Piptoporus betulinus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Fresh Turkey Tails (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡
Dried Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) root extract‡

Price Comparison

Price History

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$25$24$23$22$21 Mar 12 $23.00
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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™, MycoShield Spray® a good supplement?

Host Defense Mushrooms™, MycoShield Spray®, Licorice Root, 1 fl oz (30 ml) received a product quality score of 38/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 7 active ingredients with 71 servings per container. 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™, MycoShield Spray®?

Host Defense Mushrooms™, MycoShield Spray® contains 7 active ingredients: Proprietary Extract Blend (0.42 ml), Fresh Agarikon (Fomitopsis officinalis) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡, Fresh Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum s.I.) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡, Fresh Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡, Fresh Birch Polypore (Piptoporus betulinus) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡, Fresh Turkey Tails (Trametes versicolor) mycelium‡/rice biomass extract‡, and 1 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Host Defense Mushrooms™, MycoShield Spray® safe to take?

Host Defense Mushrooms™, MycoShield Spray®, Licorice Root, 1 fl oz (30 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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