Immune Products

Kinoko Gold AHCC
	Double Strength AHCC 500mg 60 capsules $100.00

Kinoko AHCC
	Single Strength AHCC 250mg 60 capsules $59.50

Kinoko Selenium
	AHCC with Selenium 30 capsules $52.00 Full Product Description
“Some evidence suggests that the consumption of Selenium may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer. However, the FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive.”

Immuno Complex
	AHCC, Astragalus, Echinacea, Vitamin C 30 capsules $20.00 Full Product Description
For daily support against cold and flu

This #1 immune support supplement in Japan is used in over 700 clinics throughout Asia to help support the immune system.

Active Hexose Correlated Compound

AHCC ® is Japan's #1 top-selling immune support dietary supplement. It is now available in the United States! AHCC® (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) is an extract obtained from a hybridization of several species of mushroom mycelia. AHCC® supports normal immune function and may improve number and functions of immune system cells.* It has been shown to significantly increase immune response* by promoting enhanced macrophage and T-cell activity* and maintaining peak Natural Killer (NK) cell function.*

Results of AHCC

Potential Effects of AHCC

Taken during chemotherapy, AHCC:

No side effects, safe and natural.

Potential Improvements in Quality of Life

Nature Meets Technology

Active Hexose Correlated Compound (AHCC®) is the product of a highly specialized manufacturing process developed in Japan during the mid-1980s. AHCC® is an extract obtained from a hybridization of several species of mushroom mycelia. Cultivated under exacting conditions, the product is microencapsulated to protect the compound's integrity. This product was developed in Japan under using state-of-the-art biotechnology to create a formula which would be more effective than using any combination of single mushroom products. This proprietary technology is exclusive to AHCC® ensuring a consistent, efficacious, and safe product.

Scientific Research and Widespread Use of AHCC

In 2001, over 700 hospitals and medical clinics worldwide were recommending AHCC to their patients. More than 15 books and hundreds of periodical articles have been written about AHCC. Also, over 17 published research studies exist on AHCC (some in peer reviewed journals), 16 Abstracts, 11 presentations, and 23 basic and clinical research summaries. In sum, AHCC has an impressive number of quality research trials showing its safety and efficacy over the last 14 years.

Natural Recognition for Best Product

Quality of Life Labs is the proud recipient of the Nutracon Best New Product of 2002 award, the esteemed NutrAward, for AHCC(Active Hexose Correlated Compound). This award is given to the best new natural product on the market with solid scientific research and proven efficacy.

Suggested Dosages

Dosage range is between 1-3 grams per day. This equates to 1-3 bottles per month (60 capsules of 500mg). AHCC should be taken in divided doses on an empty stomach (30 minutes before meals or 2 hours after meals) for optimal absorption. For example, when taking 3 grams per day, take 3 capsules 30 minutes before breakfast and 3 before dinner. While the therapeutic dose is between 3 grams per day, the maintenance dose is only 1 gram per day. During times of severe illness, the advanced dosage range should be used, and as the condition improves, the patient can lower to maintenance dose.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

AHCC Q&A

Q: Why is it better to take AHCC on an empty stomach?
A: If AHCC is taken with meals, it will be diluted by the food and may be excreted along with food fibers without absorption. Thus, the best time to take AHCC is 30 minutes before meals or 1 to 2 hours after a meal.

Q: Why is there so much of a price discrepancy between different brands of AHCC?
A: AHCC is a trademarked product manufactured exclusively by Amino Up (Sapporo, Japan). They sell the raw material to Quality of Life Labs, who then sell it to other companies, making them the exclusive distributor in the United States. The other companies proceed to label AHCC under their own brands. Since AHCC is costly to produce, make sure the brand you buy is nationally-known and reputable.

About 30-40% of patients notice the energy enhancing effects of AHCC. If you find AHCC to have an energizing effect, do not take it before bed.

Q: How safe is AHCC?
A: Very! AHCC is extremely safe. First, through historical knowledge of the mushroom product which have been used as food since ancient times. Second, through observation of thousands of patients in hospitals and in clinical trials where no side effects have been observed. And lastly, animal studies show very low toxic potential in both acute dose and long-terms studies.

Q: Is it safe to use AHCC during Chemotherapy or Radiation?
A: Yes! AHCC is extremely beneficial during chemotherapy or radiation during which the body is weakened tremendously and can benefit from AHCC's immune boosting effects. AHCC protects the liver and other organs from damage, while it also enhances the positive effects of the chemotherapy. As documented in the AHCC research summaries, AHCC is known to reduce the side negative effects of chemotherapy. Most notably, AHCC helps increase the white blood cells which get suppressed during chemo (myelosuppression). It is critical to get white blood cells to stay high during treatment, or treatment cannot continue and the patient is prone to viruses and other illnesses that he/she cannot fight off.

Q: Does AHCC lose its effectiveness over time?
A: No. An AHCC placebo controlled scientific trial published in a peer reviewed journal showed that patients who used AHCC regularly over a ten year period had consistent and significant improvement as compared to the placebo group.

For continued research please visit www.ahccresearch.com

• Kinoko™ AHCC® plus L-Selenomethionine combines AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) with the trace mineral Selenium.

• AHCC is a natural dietary supplement made from a hybridization of several species of mushroom mycelia.  Research indicates that AHCC enhances the immune system by increasing the activity of the white blood cells.

• Selenium is a powerful anti-oxidant essential for good health. 

• Selenium deficiencies have been associated with a variety of immune-compromised conditions. 

• Selenium supplementation is so important that “some evidence suggests that the consumption of Selenium may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer.  However, the FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive.” 

• Together, AHCC and Selenium offer powerful immune support.

ImmunoComplex™ brings together East and West by combining Astragulus from China and medicinal mushrooms (AHCC®) from Japan with Echinacea from the Native Americans, to create a complete Quality of Life complex.

An exclusive blend of four powerful, all-natural ingredients designed to support and to strengthen your immune system.

• Innovative, state-of-the-art, natural dietary supplement complex, specifically designed to strengthen the immune system

• Combines AHCC®, Astragalus, Echinacea and Vitamin C to interact synergistically

• AHCC: unique molecule processed from hybridization of several species of medicinal mushrooms scientifically shown to enhance immune response by increasing the activity of the white blood cells, low molecular weight, 5,000 Daltons, ensures optimal absorption

• ASTRAGALUS:  Traditional Chinese medical herb shown to support white blood cell function and to promote anti-body formation and cyto-toxicity

• ECHINACEA:  Traditional Native American, most widely researched herb on the market.  Shown to support immune function and to enhance NK cell and Interferon activity.

• VITAMIN C: Commonly used anti-oxidant, supports immune response, produces lymphocytes (white blood cells)

• Particularly popular during cold and flu season, especially if taken daily, as recommended, before symptoms