Immunity provides powerful immune-supportive ingredients, such as vitamin C, vitamin D3, zinc, and a unique blend of phytonutrients. This formula is to be taken at the very first sign of a cold; it may also be taken preventatively. Immune cells are necessary to activate vitamin D, which is an important mechanism for regulating maturation and promoting immune responses in cells. Therefore, immunity may be compromised under conditions of vitamin D insufficiency. Zinc directly affects immune function and even a mild zinc deficiency suppresses immunity. Zinc stimulates phagocytosis, activates T-cell function and influences Th1 cytokines, which defend against intracellular pathogens. The major role of vitamin C is to protect immune cells against free radical damage. Vitamin C concentrations in the plasma and leukocytes rapidly decline during acute illness and stress. Andrographis, a shrub that is sometimes called Indian Echinacea, helps reduce the symptoms of the common cold and upper respiratory tract infections. Used since ancient times in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Astragalus is mostly known for its immune-stimulating properties and antioxidant activity.
Indications
- Helps to reduce the symptoms of common cold and upper respiratory tract infections
- Helps maintain immune function
Recommended Use: Adults: Take 2 capsules daily with a meal, a few hours before or after taking other medications or natural health products, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Supplement Facts
Each Capsule Contains: Vitamin C (ascorbic acid/calcium ascorbate/magnesium ascorbate).................................... 250 mg
Vitamin D (cholecalciferol)......... 6.25 mcg (250 IU/ UI)
Zinc (zinc bisglycinate)............................... 2.5 mg
Copper (copper hydrolyzed vegetable protein chelate).................. 0.25 mg
Andrographis Leaf Extract (Andrographis paniculata)................... 128 .75 mg (10% andrographolide)
European Elderberry Fruit Extract (Sambucus nigra subsp. nigra)................................. 103 .75 mg (75-85:1)
7.8 g-8.8 g dried equivalent Astragalus Root Extract (Astragalus membranaceus).................. 55.75 mg (10:1) (557.5 mg dried equivalent)
Japanese Honeysuckle Flower (Lonicera japonica)...................... 25 mg
Garlic Bulb Extract (Allium sativum) .............. 13.13 mg (1% allicin/ allicine; 2.2% alliin/ alliine)
Spirulina Whole Plant (Arthrospira platensis) .... 12.5 mg
Rose Hip Fruit (Rosa canina) .................................... 0.25 mg
Non-medicinal Ingredients: Hypromellose (capsule), cellulose, magnesium stearate, silica.
Cautions
Risk Information: Do not use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are allergic to plants of the Caprifoliacea or Acanthaceae family. Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have an auto-immune disorder, diabetes, are taking immunosuppressants, blood thinners, antiplatelets, protease inhibitors, diuretic, laxative, anxiolytic or hypotensive medications. Consult your healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Stop use if allergy occurs. Some people may experience gastric discomfort, vomiting or loss of appetite. Diuretic effect may occur.
