Immune Booster
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Immunity from plants
B-Glucan occurs naturally in various plants, but also as a part of the cell walls of bacteria and fungi. 11a B-Glucan activates the immune system and increases the body’s immune defense. 11b,c,d Pelargonium and Elderberry are plant extracts that has proven to improve cold symptoms and help to reduce the time absent from work or school.12a,b,13a,b Echinacea has been clinically studied over the past 50 years and has proven to effectively stimulate the immune system 14a,b Propolis contains flavonoids that are powerful antioxidants and play an important role in the maintenance of a healthy immunity15a
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Immunity from gut bacteria
Our gut is the home of many beneficial bacteria, that interact with our immune cells to make sure that our immune system matures and functions correctly. The bacteria’s effect on the immunity continues during our lifetime and has a significant impact on whole-body health. 10a,b An imbalance of beneficial bacteria and pathogenic bacteria or a loss of good gut bacteria, however, leads to reduced immunity.10c
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Immunity from Vitamins and Minerals
Vitamins play a significant role in building immunity, and these include vitamins A,C,D,E,B6,B12 and folate. Together with the trace elements selenium, zinc, and iron they contribute to the body’s natural defences on three levels by supporting physical barriers (skin/mucosa), cellular immunity and anti-body production.16a
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Selecting a product to boost immunity
When selecting a product to support you and your family’s immunity, look for a brand that harnesses all the support that is offered to us by nature, and utilise it to build a strong immune system and ensure overall wellbeing.