AHCC(Active Hexose Correlated Compound)

Botanical Source: Lentinus Edodes
Specification: 40% 50%
Test Method: UV/HPLC
Appearance: Brown yellow powder

Function
1. It has significant anti-tumor and immune stimulating effect, there are other immune function and antioxidant properties.
2. May modulate the immune system of many components, some of which were considered to have significant anti-tumor features, also as an active anti-HIV substances.
3. Reduce high blood pressure, may improve cardiovascular health, with strong characteristics of anti-liver toxins.
4. To be effective for the treatment of neck stiffness, shoulder stiffness, conjunctivitis, bronchitis, rheumatism, to improve the immune system. Anti-allergy, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging effect.
5. Cures HPV Infections

Application
1. Functional food additive & health supplement;
2. Beverage;
3. Capsules, Softgels, Tablets products;

Description About AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound)
AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) is a natural substance extracted from certain species of basidiomycetes (a class of mushrooms that includes shiitake). Available in supplement form, AHCC is known to act as an antioxidant. While research on AHCC's heath effects is fairly limited, proponents claim that taking AHCC can produce a variety of health benefits.
Active hexose correlated compound (AHCC) is a nutritional product prepared from the mycelia of shiitake (Lentinus edodes) mushrooms. Like other mushrooms, it contains a mixture of polysaccharides, amino acids, and minerals.
AHCC is also rich in alpha-1,4-glucan oligosaccharides, which are believed to enhance its biologic activities .
According to extensive research in humans, as well as numerous non-clinical studies, AHCC supports immune system function through its ability to enhance macrophage and NK (Natural Killer) Cell Activity. NK cells and the intercellular mediators they produce are critical for the maintenance of healthy cell cycle function. AHCC has also been shown to possess antioxidant properties and support healthy liver function.
AHCC, produced from the mycelium of medicinal mushrooms, has been shown to support the immune system by increasing the production of the body's "natural killer cells," whose function is to destroy abnormal cells and invading organisms in the body.
Considered a superfood in Japan and China, AHCC has been researched extensively for its immune enhancement properties, used for over 20 years, and utilized by over 1,000 clinical worldwide to treat a wide range of health conditions, from minor ailments such as colds and flu, to more serious diseases such as hepatitis, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.