Pure Defense Mushroom-8, Immune Support™, 60 Liquid Soft-Gels
Product Analysis
Transparency Excellent
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 2 g | 1%** |
| Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) | 200 mg | 222% |
| Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) | 15 mg | 136% |
| Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) | 55 mcg | 100% |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 1050 mg | † |
| Flaxseed Oil (seed) | 1050 mg | † |
| Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) extract (20:1)(root) | 200 mg | † |
| Echinacea purpurea extract (10:1)(root) | 200 mg | † |
| Black Elder (Black Elderberry)(Sambucus nigra) extract (10:1)(fruit) | 200 mg | † |
| Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) powder (root) | 100 mg | † |
| Organic Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)Mushroom powder (fruiting body) | 100 mg | † |
| Organic Turkey Tail Mushroom powder (fruiting body) | 100 mg | † |
| Organic Agaricus (Agaricus blazei) Mushroom powder (mycellium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Chaga Mushroom powder (mycellium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) powder (mycellium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Lion's Mane (Hericum erinaceus)Mushroom powder (mycellium and fruiting body) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Maitake Mushroom powder (mycelium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Shiitake Mushroom powder (mycelium and fruiting body) | 50 mg | † |
| BioPerine ComplexBioPerine® Black Pepper extract (95% piperine)(fruit),Ginger extract (5% gingerols)(rhizome) | 6 mg | † |
Bioavailability Very Good
Absorption Rating
- Total Carbohydrates Fair
- Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) Fair
- Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) Good
- Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) Good
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil Good
- Flaxseed Oil (seed) Good
- Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) extract (20:1)(root) Fair
- Echinacea purpurea extract (10:1)(root) Good
- Black Elder (Black Elderberry)(Sambucus nigra) extract (10:1)(fruit) Good
- Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) powder (root) Fair
- Organic Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)Mushroom powder (fruiting body) Fair
- Organic Turkey Tail Mushroom powder (fruiting body) Good
- Organic Agaricus (Agaricus blazei) Mushroom powder (mycellium) Fair
- Organic Chaga Mushroom powder (mycellium) Good
- Organic Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) powder (mycellium) Good
- Organic Lion's Mane (Hericum erinaceus)Mushroom powder (mycellium and fruiting body) Fair
- Organic Maitake Mushroom powder (mycelium) Good
- Organic Shiitake Mushroom powder (mycelium and fruiting body) Fair
- BioPerine ComplexBioPerine® Black Pepper extract (95% piperine)(fruit),Ginger extract (5% gingerols)(rhizome) Good
Other Ingredients Good
Fillers & Additives
- Gelatin
- Water
- Purified
- Glycerin
- Beeswax
- Soy Lecithin
- St. John's Bread
- Maltodextrin
- Titanium Dioxide High
- Silicon Dioxide
Efficacy Poor
Dosage Analysis
- Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 200 mg Effective
- Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) 15 mg Effective
- Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) 55 mcg Effective
- Flaxseed Oil (seed) 1050 mg Effective
- Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) extract (20:1)(root) 200 mg Under-dosed
- Echinacea purpurea extract (10:1)(root) 200 mg Under-dosed
- Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) powder (root) 100 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)Mushroom powder (fruiting body) 100 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Turkey Tail Mushroom powder (fruiting body) 100 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Agaricus (Agaricus blazei) Mushroom powder (mycellium) 50 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Chaga Mushroom powder (mycellium) 50 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) powder (mycellium) 50 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Lion's Mane (Hericum erinaceus)Mushroom powder (mycellium and fruiting body) 50 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Maitake Mushroom powder (mycelium) 50 mg Under-dosed
- Organic Shiitake Mushroom powder (mycelium and fruiting body) 50 mg Under-dosed
- BioPerine ComplexBioPerine® Black Pepper extract (95% piperine)(fruit),Ginger extract (5% gingerols)(rhizome) 6 mg Effective
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30 | |
| Total Fat | 2 g | 3%** |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2 g | 1%** |
| Protein | 1 g | |
| Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) | 200 mg | 222% |
| Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) | 15 mg | 136% |
| Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine) | 55 mcg | 100% |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 1050 mg | † |
| Flaxseed Oil (seed) | 1050 mg | † |
| Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) extract (20:1)(root) | 200 mg | † |
| Echinacea purpurea extract (10:1)(root) | 200 mg | † |
| Black Elder (Black Elderberry)(Sambucus nigra) extract (10:1)(fruit) | 200 mg | † |
| Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) powder (root) | 100 mg | † |
| Organic Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)Mushroom powder (fruiting body) | 100 mg | † |
| Organic Turkey Tail Mushroom powder (fruiting body) | 100 mg | † |
| Organic Agaricus (Agaricus blazei) Mushroom powder (mycellium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Chaga Mushroom powder (mycellium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis) powder (mycellium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Lion's Mane (Hericum erinaceus)Mushroom powder (mycellium and fruiting body) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Maitake Mushroom powder (mycelium) | 50 mg | † |
| Organic Shiitake Mushroom powder (mycelium and fruiting body) | 50 mg | † |
| BioPerine ComplexBioPerine® Black Pepper extract (95% piperine)(fruit),Ginger extract (5% gingerols)(rhizome) | 6 mg | † |
Other Ingredients
Gelatin Safe
Water Safe
Purified Unknown
Glycerin Safe
Beeswax Safe
Soy Lecithin Safe
St. John's Bread Unknown
Maltodextrin Generally_safe
Titanium Dioxide Caution
Silicon Dioxide Safe
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Is Irwin Naturals Pure Defense Mushroom-8, Immune Support™ a good supplement?
Irwin Naturals Pure Defense Mushroom-8, Immune Support™, 60 Liquid Soft-Gels received a product quality score of 64/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 22 active ingredients Of the 10 inactive ingredients, 6 are rated safe and 1 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Irwin Naturals, holds a brand trust score of 78/100 with 1 verified certifications including Nsf Gmp.
What are the ingredients in Irwin Naturals Pure Defense Mushroom-8, Immune Support™?
Irwin Naturals Pure Defense Mushroom-8, Immune Support™ contains 22 active ingredients: Calories (30), Total Fat (2 g), Total Carbohydrates (2 g), Protein (1 g), Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) (200 mg), Zinc (as Zinc Citrate) (15 mg), and 16 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin C at 222% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is Irwin Naturals Pure Defense Mushroom-8, Immune Support™ safe to take?
Irwin Naturals Pure Defense Mushroom-8, Immune Support™, 60 Liquid Soft-Gels has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 10 inactive ingredients, 6 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Titanium Dioxide. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.
Is Irwin Naturals a trustworthy supplement brand?
Irwin Naturals receives a brand trust score of 78/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States, the company offers 130 products in their lineup. They hold 1 verified certifications including Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Irwin Naturals has 2 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.
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