AHCC® – 180 Capsules (500mg)

Vitals – AHCC® 180 Capsules (500 mg)

Vitals AHCC® is a high-quality nutritional supplement based on a unique extract of the shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes). Thanks to a patented Japanese production process, AHCC® has a unique composition that is unlike standard mushroom powder.

What makes AHCC® so unique?

Since 1989, AHCC® has been produced by the renowned Japanese company Amino Up Co. through a carefully developed fermentation process. This process takes approximately forty days and results in a complex rich in alpha-glucans and other valuable nutrients. Unlike simple dried shiitake mushroom powder, this method allows AHCC® to retain its delicate, natural components.

Production process in brief

• Start with a special shiitake culture, grown in a liquid medium of rice bran
• Forty days of fermentation during which the shiitake converts nutrients into unique bioactive compounds
• Centrifugation and spray drying to obtain a pure extract
• End result: AHCC® powder rich in alpha-glucans, processed into 500 mg capsules

Why choose Vitals AHCC®?

• Original AHCC® extract, produced by Amino Up in Japan
• Applied and refined for over 30 years
• High content of alpha-glucans
• Consistent quality through strictly controlled conditions
• 180 capsules of 500 mg – long-term supply

About the producer

Amino Up is known worldwide for its high-quality production processes and close collaboration with scientists. Thanks to strict quality controls and decades of experience, AHCC® has become one of the most widely used mushroom supplements in Japan. It's less well-known in Europe, but it's considered a premium product with a reputation for exceptional quality.

Order Vitals AHCC® 180 capsules now and experience the authentic Japanese quality of this unique shiitake extract for yourself.

How to use

Take 1 capsule twice a day with a meal and water. If there is an increased need, take 3 capsules twice a day. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

Please note

Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Storage advice

Store in a dry, sealed place at room temperature. Keep out of reach of young children.

Plenthera Usage Tip

Take the capsules with breakfast and dinner, each time with a glass of water. This way you spread the intake throughout the day.

Ingredients list (according to label)

Shiitake mushroom extract (Lentinula edodes), rapeseed oil (Brassica rapa), vegetable capsule (pullulan, from fermented starch), dextrin, filler (microcrystalline cellulose [cellulose gel]), alpha-cyclodextrin.

Ingredient explanation

• Shiitake mushroom extract (Lentinula edodes) — AHCC®, patented extract with alpha-glucans
• Rapeseed oil (Brassica rapa) — carrier
• Vegetable capsule (pullulan, from fermented starch) — vegan capsule shell
• Dextrin — excipient
• Filler (microcrystalline cellulose [cellulose gel]) — filler
• Alpha-cyclodextrin — excipient

Allergens

This product contains no known allergens. It is 100% vegan.

Quality documentation

Analysis certificate and laboratory tests for purity and heavy metals are available. Documentation can be provided upon request.

Transparency & quality control

• Ingredients are carefully selected and checked
• Production takes place according to quality standards
• Laboratory tests check purity and heavy metals
• Analysis certificates are available upon request
• Formulas contain no unnecessary additives

What is AHCC®?

AHCC® stands for Active Hexose Correlated Compound. It is an extract from the mycelium of the shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes), produced through a patented fermentation process. The extract contains alpha-glucans, among other things.

Is AHCC® the same as shiitake powder?

No. AHCC® is a fermented and standardized extract, not a ground mushroom powder. The production process and composition differ fundamentally from standard shiitake supplements.

What are alpha-glucans?

Alpha-glucans are polysaccharides present in the AHCC® extract. The product contains 100 mg of alpha-glucans per 2 capsules.

How many capsules should I take per day?

1 capsule twice a day with a meal and water. If there is an increased need, 3 capsules twice a day. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

How long will 180 capsules last?

At the standard dosage of 2 capsules per day, a package of 180 capsules is sufficient for approximately 90 days.

Who produces AHCC®?

AHCC® is produced by Amino Up Co., Ltd. in Japan. AHCC® is a registered trademark of Amino Up Co., Ltd.

Is the product vegan?

Yes, the product is 100% vegan. The capsule is made of pullulan, a plant-based material from fermented starch.

Can I use AHCC® during pregnancy?

No, the product is not suitable for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Vitals Voedingssupplementen BV

Pieter Lieftinckweg 29

1505 HX Zaandam

The Netherlands

Website: www.vitals.nl / www.vitals.eu

About Vitals

Vitals Voedingssupplementen BV is a Dutch manufacturer of nutritional supplements, located in Zaandam.