Agarikon
Host Defense Agarikon is a botanical supplement featuring 500 mg of Agarikon per one-capsule serving. This product contains a single active ingredient, providing full transparency with 100% label disclosure. However, it received an N+ Score of 45, resulting in an 'F' grade and placing it in the below-average tier. This score reflects limitations in ingredient adequacy and formula completeness based on our analysis. While Agarikon is a mushroom historically used in traditional practices, the provided dosage of 500 mg should be considered in context of available research, which may vary. It may be suitable for those interested in a straightforward, single-ingredient Agarikon product.
About This Product
Agarikon by Host Defense is a vitamins & minerals supplement containing 1 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 45/100 (Grade F).
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
- −Limited ingredient diversity compared to category norms
Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Agarikon | 500.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.