Overview
Brazilian sun mushroom for immune support.
- Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
- Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
- Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
- Capsule or softgel
- Powder
- Sublingual or buccal
- Liposomal liquid
Mechanism of action
Beta-glucans and ergosterol modulate immunity.
- · Beta-glucans
- · ergosterol modulate immunity
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Agaricus Blazei modulates innate and adaptive immune responses, including cytokine signaling and barrier function.
Evidence-based benefits
Increases NK cell activity
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
- · Hepatotoxicity case reports
Drug interactions
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Pregnant or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
- ·Children under 18 (unless directed by a clinician)
- ·Autoimmune disease (theoretical immune activation)
- ·Immunosuppressants
Supplement interactions
- Vitamin D3 + K2Foundational immune modulation.
- ZincRequired cofactor for innate and adaptive immune function.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Agaricus blazei in gynecologic cancers
Ahn WS, et al.
100 patients on chemo
Improved NK activity and quality of life.
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