Is Source Naturals AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) 500 mg safe while breastfeeding?

Grade A. 3 Safe, 1 Caution, 0 Avoid. No major safety flags.

Clarity Product Analysis

Source Naturals

AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) 500 mg

Name: AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound) 500 mg
Brand: Source Naturals

All clear4 of 11 ingredients checked · 0 flagged · 4 clear

No safety flags identified

4Checked

AGrade

3Safe

1Flagged

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Full ingredient analysis

Ingredient	Status	Evidence	Notes
AHCC Proprietary Blend	Not in DB
Alpha-Cyclodextrin	Not in DB
Calories	Not in DB
Candelilla Wax	Not in DB
Dextrin	Safe	Silver
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose	Safe	Silver	Safe. Vegetarian capsule material. Same as Hypromellose.
Magnesium Stearate	Safe	Gold	Safe for breastfeeding.. DAO: Low
Microcrystalline Cellulose	Safe	Silver	Safe. Plant-derived filler/binder. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed.
Shiitake mycelia extract	Not in DB
Sodium	Not in DB
Total Carbohydrates	Not in DB

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 4 of 11 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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This product contains no Avoid-rated ingredients. Caution items indicate areas to monitor.

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1,595 ingredients. 20+ safety dimensions. Evidence-graded.

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Product analysis by Clarity (Health AI). Based on published evidence for breastfeeding, pregnancy, and general safety. Not medical advice. Formulations may change; verify current ingredients on the label.

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