Immune Modulating Supplements
Immune modulating supplements either suppress or stimulate the immune system
Specific conditions they may influence can include autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and Crohn's disease; allergies; and persistent viral infections.
Immune stimulators & anti-microbials
Natural supplements can stimulate a stronger immune response or support the immune system in carry out its normal functions. Garlic is both an immune stimulant and germ-killer that attacks bacteria, viruses and yeasts. Probiotics support the immune system directly and indirectly, helping it react in a balanced way without getting out of control. Zinc supports and strengthens a balanced immune response.
Allergy Balance
Supplements which can help balance allergic responses include NAC and Quercetin.
Autoimmune conditions
Those with autoimmune diseases need to balance the immune response rather than stimulate it. Look for supplements that increase immune tolerance and promote balanced cellular responsiveness, such as vitamins A and D.
Adaptogens
Common natural immune stimulators are adaptogens, including ashwagandha and maca. They are not suitable for people with autoimmune diseases as they stimulate the immune response.
Specific conditions they may influence can include autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and Crohn's disease; allergies; and persistent viral infections.
Immune stimulators & anti-microbials
Natural supplements can stimulate a stronger immune response or support the immune system in carry out its normal functions. Garlic is both an immune stimulant and germ-killer that attacks bacteria, viruses and yeasts. Probiotics support the immune system directly and indirectly, helping it react in a balanced way without getting out of control. Zinc supports and strengthens a balanced immune response.
Allergy Balance
Supplements which can help balance allergic responses include NAC and Quercetin.
Autoimmune conditions
Those with autoimmune diseases need to balance the immune response rather than stimulate it. Look for supplements that increase immune tolerance and promote balanced cellular responsiveness, such as vitamins A and D.
Adaptogens
Common natural immune stimulators are adaptogens, including ashwagandha and maca. They are not suitable for people with autoimmune diseases as they stimulate the immune response.
Bio Cultures Complex Advanced Multi Strain Probiotic
Probiotics promote a healthy gut, which is essential for a properly modulated immune response to infections both bacterial and viral. The gut flora has a regulating effect on immune system functions, preventing infectious diseases while reducing inflammation. This is why supporting a healthy gut microbiome is so important for people with autoimmune diseases.
Vitamin D3 4000 IU Cholecalciferol 425 Softgels (14 month supply)
Vitamin D is not only important for immune defences, but a vital balancing vitamin that helps people with autoimmune diseases keep their immune responses more balanced. Vitamin D has a stimulating effect on the innate immune system by increasing antimicrobial responses, but may have a suppressive effect on the adaptive immune system by regulating both B and T cell functions and responses to invaders.
Vitamin A | 10,000 IU | 400 Softgels
Adequate levels of Vitamin A are absolutely essential for a properly functioning immune system. In fact, vitamin A deficiency can be categorised as an immuno-deficiency disease. This vitamin is also vital, like Vitamin D, for a balanced immune response and this makes is highly important for people with autoimmune diseases.
Garlic Capsules - High Strength 30,000mg - 180 Odourless Softgels
Garlic offers a double protection against infections. It stimulates the immune system to fight more actively against germs. It also directly kills some bacteria, viruses and other disease-causing pathogens. This direct action makes it especially valuable for dealing with tummy troubles, but it's also a very popular supplement to help fight viruses like colds and flu.
NAC (N Acetyl Cysteine)
Research suggests that N-acetyl cysteine may help reduce allergy symptoms by blocking the release of histamines and other inflammatory mediators. By doing so, NAC can help relieve sneezing, itching, and congestion associated with allergies. NAC can also inhibit some inflammatory pathways in allergic reactions.
Quercetin Capsules
Plant extract of quercetin is the main ingredient of many potential anti-allergic drugs. In research, quercetin prevents immune cells from releasing histamines, which are chemicals that cause allergic reactions. As a result, researchers think that quercetin may help reduce symptoms of allergies, including runny nose, watery eyes, hives, and swelling of the face and lips. It's also thought that quercetin can stop the formation of the IgE antibodies that are formed when we develop new allergies.
Zinc Gluconate Tablets - 25mg
Zinc is an essential nutrient that affects and regulates the immune system in multiple ways. It increases development and function of protective cells, facilitates communication between the innate and adaptive immune system, strengthens cell membranes to promote healthy inflammatory response, and is involved in the production of cytokines. Zinc supplementation can promote optimal immune function in all parts of the human body, especially for those with a zinc deficiency.
Organic KSM-66 Ashwagandha 550mg with Black Pepper
Ashwagandha is an adaptogen that can help to balance the body’s response to stress, keeping levels of cortisol (the "stress hormone") in a healthy range. Since cortisol is the body's own natural anti-inflammatory, this means it can also have an influence on inflammation levels when we're fighting infections. This can potentially relieve symptoms of excessively blocked nose, for example, but is generally best avoided by people with autoimmune diseases.
Organic Maca Root 11,000mg with Black Pepper, 180 Vegan Capsules, 3...
Ashwagandha is an adaptogen that can help to balance the body’s response to stress, keeping levels of cortisol (the "stress hormone") in a healthy range. Since cortisol is the body's own natural anti-inflammatory, this means it can also have an influence on inflammation levels when we're fighting infections. This can potentially relieve symptoms of excessively blocked nose, for example, but is generally best avoided by people with autoimmune diseases.
Omega 3, 2000mg Super Strength Fish Oil - 300 Softgels
The immune system needs a balance between omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids in order to function properly. Unfortunately, the modern diet tends to be much higher in omega 6 than omega 3 and the resulting upset to that balance can cause immune dysfunction. The polyunsaturated fatty acids found in omega 3s have powerful anti-inflammatory properties, as well as stimulating B and T cell proliferation. This unique ability to regulate the immune response makes them effective for those with an over-active inflammatory response or autoimmune diseases.
Super B Vitamin Complex
There are 8 different B vitamins. In a well-rounded diet, these vitamins are mostly found in animal products, as well as certain vegetables, dark greens, and mushrooms. Vegetarian and vegan diets are generally lacking in B vitamins and it is recommended to supplement those diets with a B-complex. The body does not store these vitamins so they need to be included in a diet or supplemented daily. B vitamins are essential for many biological and cognitive functions. Vitamin B deficiency has been linked with weakened immune system function.
Adaptogens like ashwagandha and maca root can moderate the body’s response to stress, including immune stress from bacteria and viruses. Lower cortisol levels, regulated by these adaptogens, correspond to immune health and balanced immune cell activity.
Since they are immune stimulants, they are not safe for people with autoimmune diseases.
Adaptogens like ashwagandha and maca root can moderate the body’s response to stress, including immune stress from bacteria and viruses. Lower cortisol levels, regulated by these adaptogens, correspond to immune health and balanced immune cell activity.
Since they are immune stimulants, they are not safe for people with autoimmune diseases.
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