Micotherapy ABM

Support and modulation of the immune system

Food supplement containing organically grown Agaricus Blazei Murrill (ABM) (IT BIO 006) – Made in Europe.

Health benefits:

Numerous studies have revealed that ABM has pronounced immunomodulatory effects that act on the cells of the innate or non-specific immune system. Micotherapy ABM formulated with Agaricus blazei Murrill, stimulates the body’s natural defences. Its action is exerted mainly on the organs that come into direct contact with the external environment, such as the respiratory organs in contact with the air we breathe and the digestive system in contact with the food we eat and the substances that must be detoxified and eliminated.

Properties:

Originally from the mountainous region of Piedade, Brazil, Agaricus Blazei Murril (ABM) was discovered during an epidemiological study which reported the low incidence of degenerative diseases and an increase in longevity among the inhabitants of this region, who regularly consumed this mushroom, compared to people in the surrounding areas. ABM contains proteins (38.5%), polysaccharides, glycoproteins, triterpenes, ergosterols and other secondary metabolites, and is also rich in minerals (calcium, sodium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium), B-complex vitamins (B1, B2, B6, B12) and precursors of vitamin D (ergosterols). In addition, it contains high amounts of beta-glucans and glycoproteins, response modulators that stimulate macrophage activity and help support the body’s defence against infections.

Ingredients:

  • Organically grown Agaricus Blazei Murrill (ABM) (IT BIO 006), sporophorum and dry extract titrated at 25 % in polysaccharides

Directions:

3 capsules per day, preferably away from meals

Pack:
pack containing 90 capsules
vegetable cellulose capsules

Notes:
Gluten free
ICEA Organic certified product
No GMO
Made in Europe

AVERAGE CONTENT OF CHARACTERISING INGREDIENTS PER DAILY DOSE (4 CAPSULES)

Agaricus Blazei sporophorum

 1200 mg

Agaricus Blazei dry extract

 300 mg

Polysaccharide content

 75 mg

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