LENTINEX® 30ml

Clinically proven Immune System Booster

Produced from mushrooms, LENTINEX® has been clinically proven to improve immune cell function, to help the body to fight infections, increase recovery speed and reduce the impact of symptoms, and protect against new viruses taking hold such as COVID-19 allowing you to feel better sooner. 
 
ALLERGY WARNING: If you are allergic to dietary mushrooms do not use Lentinex.
 
Beta glucans from LENTINEX® stimulate peripheral blood lymphocytes in vitro to increase IL-2- mediated lymphokine-activated killer cell and natural killer cell activity. Increased production of interleukins has also been observed with supplementation of Beta glucans from LENTINEX®. These cells are responsible for promoting the development and differentiation of T and B-cells. Beta glucans from LENTINEX® are able to act as a T-cell immune adjuvant, to restore and potentiate helper T-cell functions.
 
FAQ:
How should LENTINEX® be taken?
For general immune support take 15 drops once daily.
For acute conditions such as a winter illness, take 15 drops twice daily.
LENTINEX® can be taken as pure drops or mixed in a small amount of water
LENTINEX® should only be taken by individuals 18 years of age or older unless under practitioner care.
Always read the label and take as directed. Supplementary to a balanced diet.
 
Can LENTINEX® provide support for COVID-19 or support for Long COVID?
Whilst we make no claim to cure or diagnose any disease, nor does is this information intended to replace medical advice or intervention, there have been multiple recent studies into the efficacy of Beta Glucans and their potential to support the symptoms of COVID-19 patients. Below is one example:
β-Glucan extracts from the same edible shiitake mushroom Lentinus edodes produce differential in-vitro immunomodulatory and pulmonary cytoprotective effects — Implications for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) immunotherapies
“The use of β-glucans is recognised in mitigating lung infections correlates with findings from our recent in vivo studies to address ARDS(Murphy et al., 2019).”
A recent study reported that “purified β-glucans from the Shiitake mushroom Lentinus edodes, … can be used to reduce populations of clinical isolate Klebsiella pneumoniae harbouring multiple antibiotic resistances in an in vivo lung infection model (Murphy et al., 2019), and that “administration of Lentinan shows potential for treating sepsis-induced lung injury as it effectively reduces bacterial load in arterial blood and BAL, reduces white cell count protein inflammation to the lungs, and improves lung physiological parameters. Evidence also showed that in-house Lentinan extracted supported vital pO2 along with promoting lung cellular repair.”
As a result, it is “hypothesized that β-glucans derived from exotic mushrooms have the potential to alleviate the immune cascade in pathological conditions, such as ARDS that is experienced by COVID-19 patients.”
Murphy, E. J., Masterson, C., Rezoagli, E., O’Toole, D., Major, I., Stack, G. D., Lynch, M., Laffey, J. G., & Rowan, N. J. (2020). β-Glucan extracts from the same edible shiitake mushroom Lentinus edodes produce differential in-vitro immunomodulatory and pulmonary cytoprotective effects — Implications for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) immunotherapies. Science of the Total Environment, 732, 139330. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scit...
 
Is LENTINEX® safe to take with other medicines?
Research shows that Beta-glucans enhance the effectiveness of many drugs, including anti-infection, and cholesterol-lowering, drugs. However, speak with your doctor before taking Beta Glucans if you are on medication, specifically immunosuppressants.
 
Can LENTINEX® support autoimmune conditions?
LENTINEX® is produced from Shiitake mushrooms which contain beta glucans, which are believed to be the key to modulation of the body’s immune response by bonding to the surface receptor, Dectin-1 of the macrophage and regulate the release of cytokines and interleukin.  
Immune Modulation is the alteration of immune responses with monoclonal antibodies, cytokines, glucocorticoids, immunoglobulins and related agents which are known to alter cellular or humoral immunity which makes LENTINEX® a power player in modulating the over- responsiveness of the immune system.
LENTINEX® is utilised by many naturopaths to support many autoimmune conditions.
 
What are the side effects?
Whilst the most common side effect communicated to us is an overall improvement in wellbeing or reduction in symptoms, results may vary from User to User. Here's some important information:
There are no cautions known if LENTINEX® is taken as recommended, however, this product would be contraindicated for those who are allergic to culinary mushrooms. 
No information on the safety of shiitake during pregnancy or lactation has been identified in the scientific or traditional literature. 
We recommend you discuss any supplementation you wish to give children under the age of 16 with your natural health or medical practitioner.
Always check with your medical professional before starting any supplement if you are on specific medication for immune conditions.
 
Can LENTINEX® support common colds and immune health?
This is what is so special about Lentinex, and why it is so popular with natural medicine practitioners.  And it's so easy to take being in drop form. This is wonderful for those who are consistently in contact with lots of people where the risk of transmission is high. 
Cellular experimental models and animal studies have demonstrated that the extracts of Shiitake mushrooms have anti-viral properties. These properties occur through the stimulation of immune cell maturation, differentiation or proliferation in host defence mechanisms against infection. Lentinex is able to improve immune cell function through the activation of natural killer cells and the stimulation of helper T-cells. Natural killer cells are a type of white blood cell, which protect against viral infections.
 
Is LENTINEX® an immunemodulator - what does that mean?
Yes, LENTINEX® contains beta-glucans which are immunomodulators which means they help make your immune system smarter. They can help raise your immune system’s response so your body can naturally fight diseases. The term immunomodulator here is important; it is not an immune stimulant. Immune stimulation occurs with substances for example echinacea and colostrum. Beta-glucans modulate or activate but never overstimulate, which is key to the safety of Lentinex.
 
Product information disclaimer:
This information is intended for your general information. It is not a substitute for medical advice from a health care professional and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 
Children aged between 7-16 years should take the product ONLY under practitioner supervision.
 
Storage
Store between 4 and 35 degrees Celsius. Avoid direct sunlight and use within 40 days of opening.
DO NOT FREEZE

Pack: 30 ml