A functional food containing ergothioneine that maintains memory and attention in middle-aged and older individuals and supports cognitive function.
Japan's first functional food with ergothioneine as an active ingredient. Ergothioneine is a component that has been confirmed to be abundant in mushrooms, particularly in the tamogi mushroom, and is noted for its very strong antioxidant properties. It is also present in large amounts in the blood and organs such as the brain and liver, potentially playing a crucial role in maintaining life. Humans cannot produce ergothioneine in their bodies, so it must be obtained through diet. The tamogi mushroom, which is rich in ergothioneine, is an edible mushroom from the Pleurotaceae family. In Japan, it is primarily cultivated and distributed in Hokkaido and Tohoku. This tablet-type food allows for easy consumption of tamogi mushroom extract powder, which is obtained through hot water extraction and concentration from pesticide-free tamogi mushrooms grown in Hokkaido. The tamogi mushroom extract powder contains the amino acid derivative "ergothioneine." It is recommended as a supplement for middle-aged and older individuals who feel a decline in memory and attention.