Our immune system is the defense against “foreign invaders”. It is also responsible for detecting and correcting cell defects to prevent abnormal cell growth. Therefore, it is essential to have the immune system functioning properly in order to stay healthy. As we age, our immunity declines. Stress is another major factor that can weaken the immune system. When a person is under excessive, prolonged and chronic stress, either physical or emotional, the activity of immune cells is suppressed, thus our body is more susceptible to diseases. In addition, environmental factors such as air pollution, second-hand smoke, pesticide residues, heavy metals and radiation and poor nutrition can further weaken the immune system. Stressful lifestyle and the increasing environmental problems jeopardize people’s immunity and health. Since we are what we eat, food plays a great role in maintaining and strengthening the immunity. Therefore, we have to eat smart and choose the right food to keep the immunity at an effective level.

Agaricus Blazei Murill: an amazing immunity-booster: 
Originating in Piedade, a small village near Sao Paulo, Brazil, Agaricus Blazei Murill is locally known as “Mushroom of God” as it has amazing health benefits. It came under the international spotlight several decades ago as scientists discovered that the occurrence rate of geriatric illness was extremely low among the indigenous people. This phenomenon was attributed to the fact that these people consumed Agaricus Blazei Murill on a daily basis. Agaricus Blazei Murill was then brought to Japan for research. After numerous clinical studies, it was found that Agaricus Blazei Murill exhibited superior immune enhancing effect than other mushrooms, due to its unique precious active ingredients such asβ-D glucan and ABMK-22. In fact, the concentration of β-D glucan found in Agaricus Blazei Murill is much higher than that of other edible mushroom.