Benefits
L-Ergothioneine — the longevity vitamin
MitoPrime (L-ergothioneine) included in MitoGreens has been shown to outperform glutathione, vitamin C, and coenzyme Q10 in antioxidant activity. Many researchers believe L-ergothioneine should be classified as a vitamin — given its potency and body's natural transporters specifically for this compound. Provides antioxidant power class generic greens products can't match.
29 potent superfood botanicals
Concentrated blend of 29 clean and potent superfood ingredients including blueberry, acerola, bilberry, apple, camu-camu, raspberry, and other fruit/berry extracts. Multi-botanical approach provides broad phytonutrient coverage. Distinguishes from generic greens products that may contain impurities and inactive filler ingredients.
High ORAC antioxidant power
MitoGreens delivers high ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) — a standardized measure of antioxidant capacity. Daily consumption of fruits, vegetables, and herbs significantly reduced production of free radicals from both cells and their mitochondria. Concentrated antioxidant delivery in a smaller serving size.
Quercetin inflammation + mitochondria support
Quercetin — a major component in MitoGreens — promotes healthy inflammatory response, reduces erythrocyte lipid peroxidation levels and susceptibility to hemolysis, and supports mitochondrial function. The mitochondrial support aligns with the broader MitoGreens positioning vs general greens products.
Healthy aging support
Supports healthy aging through combined antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mitochondrial mechanisms. L-ergothioneine accumulation correlates with longevity in mammals — addressing the cellular damage accumulation that drives aging. Multi-mechanism approach addresses aging at the cellular level vs single nutrient interventions.
Cognitive and immune function
Supports cognitive function and immune function — both areas where the antioxidant + ergothioneine combination has documented effects. Ergothioneine specifically accumulates in immune cells via the OCTN1 transporter — supporting their function. Cognitive applications relate to oxidative stress protection of neuronal tissue.
Concentrated 100 mg per serving
Concentrated 100 mg per serving dose enables broad formulation applications without large pill or scoop burden. Versatile across greens powders, ready-to-drink beverages, gummies, and capsule applications. Particularly valuable for combining with other actives (vitamins, creatine, electrolytes) in multi-ingredient formulas.
Mechanism of action
L-Ergothioneine — mitochondrial protection
L-ergothioneine accumulates in mitochondria via the OCTN1 transporter — providing localized antioxidant protection where free radical generation is highest. The body has dedicated transporters for ergothioneine (unique among antioxidants) suggesting essential physiological role. Mitochondrial targeting addresses the source of cellular aging.
Quercetin AMPK and mitochondrial biogenesis
Quercetin activates AMPK and PGC-1α — driving mitochondrial biogenesis (creation of new mitochondria). Mechanism supports cellular energy production and metabolic flexibility. Complementary to ergothioneine's mitochondrial protection — addresses both quality (protection) and quantity (biogenesis) of mitochondria.
Polyphenol multi-pathway antioxidant
29 superfood botanicals provide multiple polyphenol classes — flavonoids, anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins, phenolic acids. Each polyphenol class targets different reactive oxygen species and tissue compartments. Multi-pathway approach provides broader antioxidant coverage than single-compound interventions.
Free radical reduction (cellular + mitochondrial)
Daily consumption of fruits, vegetables, and herbs significantly reduces production of free radicals from both cells and their mitochondria. MitoGreens concentrates this dietary effect into a supplemental format. Addresses oxidative damage at multiple cellular locations.
Immune cell ergothioneine accumulation
Ergothioneine accumulates in immune cells (neutrophils, monocytes, lymphocytes) via the OCTN1 transporter. The high concentrations in immune cells suggest specific protective role. Mechanism explains ergothioneine's immune support applications — protecting immune cells from oxidative damage during their function.
Clinical trials
Extensive class evidence for L-ergothioneine including comparison studies showing superiority to glutathione, vitamin C, and CoQ10 in antioxidant capacity. Research on OCTN1 transporter-mediated accumulation in mitochondria and immune cells. Foundation for MitoGreens' ergothioneine-amplified positioning.
Various — extensive preclinical and clinical research on L-ergothioneine biological activity.
L-ergothioneine outperforms glutathione, vitamin C, and CoQ10 in antioxidant capacity per published research. Body has dedicated OCTN1 transporter for ergothioneine — unique among antioxidants. Accumulates in mitochondria and immune cells for localized protection. Researchers believe should be classified as a vitamin given essential physiological role.
Class evidence on fruit, vegetable, and herb antioxidant effects. Daily consumption documented to reduce free radical production from cells and mitochondria. MitoGreens concentrates these dietary effects in supplemental format.
Various — research on dietary antioxidant intake and free radical reduction.
Daily consumption of fruits, vegetables and herbs significantly reduces production of free radicals from both cells and their mitochondria. Short-term increases in high fruit and vegetable diet positively affect antioxidant defenses and decrease oxidative damage. Concentrated superfood blends extend these benefits in supplemental form.
Mechanism research on quercetin — a key MitoGreens component. Quercetin documented effects on inflammatory response, erythrocyte lipid peroxidation, and mitochondrial function. Foundation for the mitochondrial-targeted positioning of MitoGreens.
Various — preclinical and clinical research base for quercetin biological activity.
Quercetin promotes healthy inflammatory response, reduces erythrocyte lipid peroxidation levels and susceptibility to hemolysis, and supports mitochondrial function. AMPK activation and PGC-1α induction drive mitochondrial biogenesis. Mechanism complements ergothioneine for comprehensive mitochondrial support.