Functional Food
Functional Food
Mushrooms and mushroom extracts: AHCC, Reishi, Chaga and the other classics
Alongside vitamin D, vitamin C and zinc, there is a category that has attracted more and more attention in recent years: mushrooms and mushroom extracts. They have been part of Asian cuisine and tradition for centuries. A handful of species are mentioned most often: AHCC, Reishi, Chaga, Shiitake and Maitake. In this article you can read what they are, how they differ and what to look for when choosing. No health claims for these mushrooms are authorised in the EU.
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Cognitive Blend, ashwagandha and rhodiola: what are they and where do they come from?
"Nootropic" is a term that has been popping up everywhere in recent years: from coffee powders to ready-made focus stacks. At the same time, we're seeing the rise of "adaptogens" — a collective term for certain herbs from various traditional medicine systems. In this article: what is meant by nootropics and adaptogens, where do they come from, and what ready-made formulas are available. Please note: there are no health claims for these substances recognized by the EFSA; therefore, statements about their effects are not permitted.
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AHCC: what exactly is this mushroom extract?
In short: AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) is a standardised extract from cultivated mycelia of shiitake and related mushrooms, developed in Japan. It stands out for a patented process with a focus on alpha-glucans. No health claims for AHCC are authorised in the EU. AHCC is an abbreviation you come across more and more often in the world of food supplements, but not everyone knows what it is. It is a standardised extract made from cultivated mushrooms. In this article we explain factually what AHCC stands for, how it is made, how it compares with other mushroom extracts and what to look for when choosing.
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