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- Vegan form of Vitamin D sourced from lichen
- Vitamin C, D and Zinc contribute to the maintenance of normal immune function
- Provides a clinically researched dose of Beta Glucan
- Vitamin D supports bones and muscles
Description
Supporting a healthy immune system is important for increasing resistance to and preventing infections. The ingredients in Beta Glucan with Vitamins C, D and Zinc . Daily use may help reduce the risk of upper respiratory tract infections, especially when due to increased mental and physical stress.
Beta Glucan in the 1,3 / 1,6 form. With buffered vitamin C, zinc citrate and vegan Vitamin D3 from lichen. Vitamin C, Zinc and Vitamin D all contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
Benefits: beta glucan naturally occurs in plants such as mushrooms with a historical use for immunity. beta glucan clusters around a receptor (Dectin-1) on immune cells (e.g. macrophages and neutrophils) involved in recognition of pathogens and “primes” them for defense. The primed immune
cells direct cellular antimicrobial activity (e.g. phagocytosis) only when they come into direct contact with a microbe. Thus, beta glucan strengthens immunity without being an immune stimulant.
Potential Applications: Cold and flu prevention, protection against infections, supporting healthy immunity, people with recurring infections and low immunity, immune tonic, winter health, prevention of infections due to mental and physical stress.
Known Contraindications & Safety:
Not suitable for children under 12 years of age.
Not suitable in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
No known significant interactions with medications.
Useful links: Organic Black Seed Oil and High Potency Synerbio.
Important Notes: A clinical study found that 250 mg per day of beta glucan was effective for reducing seasonal pollen allergy and hay fever symptoms within 4-weeks. And vitamin D supplementation through winter may improve mood and reduce risk of seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
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Ingredients
Directions: As a food supplement, take one capsule daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
One capsule provides:
Ingredient | Weight | %EC NRV |
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Beta 1/3, 1/6 Glucan | 250mg | |
Vitamin C (Magnesium Ascorbate) | 200mg | 250 |
Zinc (Citrate) | 10mg | 100 |
Vitamin D3 1000iu | 25ug | 500 |