How It Works

Vitamin A

Vitamin A is crucial for healthy immune defenses and is also a strong antioxidant. Vitamin A promotes the activity of immune cells like lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell), potentially boosting the body's ability to fight off foreign invaders. Vitamin A is also an essential for maintaining good vision and healthy skin, and is required for protein digestion.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C performs many functions involving the immune system and tissue development. Plus, the adrenal glands need large amounts of this nutrient in order to support immunity and help produce energy. Vitamin C is also involved in iron absorption and in the syntheses of enzymes, hormones and proteins. As an antioxidant, vitamin C works together with vitamin E to combat free radicals.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E helps in the production of certain enzymes that are needed to maintain overall health, prevent premature aging, and keep tissues supple. Vitamin E also helps to maintain the fluidity of the blood and is necessary for maintenance of the skeletal, cardiac and smooth muscle membranes. And, vitamin E helps maintain and increase the storage of vitamin A and iron in the body. Vitamin E has high antioxidant potency and, because it is fat-soluble, it helps safeguard cell membranes from damage by free radicals.

Zinc

Zinc is key to hundreds of important functions in the body, including strengthening the immune system and supporting wound healing. Zinc is also needed for sugar and protein metabolism, DNA formation and energy production. More zinc is found in the body than any other trace element except for iron. In addition, zinc acts as a co-factor for important enzymes that contribute to the proper functioning of the antioxidant defense system.

Selenium

Selenium is a trace mineral that helps form several antioxidant enzymes. Selenium is also needed for healthy thyroid function and metabolism, as well as cardiovascular health and DNA repair. Plus, selenium plays an important role in healthy immune function, enhancing white blood cell activity and helping to regulate immune responses. Research suggests that selenium can inhibit the growth of various fungi and even mitigate the effects of mycotoxins, which are toxins produced by some fungi.

Barley Grass

Barley grass provides an array of antioxidant nutrients, vitamins, minerals and chlorophyll. Barley grass is also a rich source of amino acids that help the body repair muscle and blood vessel tissues. Barley grass supports immune and gastrointestinal function, cellular detoxification, blood pressure regulation, and healthy inflammatory responses. It also helps protect the liver and may improve sleep.

Asparagus

Asparagus is native to the Mediterranean and has been used as a medicinal vegetable for over 2,000 years. Asparagus is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins A, C and K, folic acid, and potassium. Asparagus is also packed with antioxidants such as glutathione, a powerful free-radical scavenger.

Astragalus

Astragalus is a powerful adaptogenic herb that builds the immune system and may help activate T-cells, a type of white blood cell that plays an important role in human immune defenses. Active compounds known as astragalisodes boost immune function by enhancing the production of immunoglobulin and stimulating the activity of immune cells known as macrophages. Astragalus also provides antioxidant activity to minimize free radical damage to the cardiovascular, nervous and respiratory systems, and it appears to favorably modulate the gut microbiota.

Reishi Mushroom

Reishi mushroom is a potent adaptogen that supports the body when under stress, boosts immune defenses, and promotes overall health and vitality. Reishi mushrooms have been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and other naturopathic practices around the world. These mushrooms are known to be rich in long-chain polysaccharides, which stimulate the activity of key immune cells, including macrophages, T-cells and natural killer cells. This tricks the body into thinking it is being invaded. And, by promoting balance between the body's immune and stress responses, reishi activates immune cells without overstimulating the immune system. Reishi mushroom also supports lung health and enhances vital energy.

Pau D'Arco

Pau d'arco contains active components, including lapachol and beta-lapachone, which promote immune health and a healthy gut microbiome. Research indicates that pau d’arco may help prevent microbes from getting the oxygen and energy they need to thrive. Pau d'arco bark also contains significant amounts of quercetin, a powerful antioxidant known for its effects in supporting the respiratory system and fighting free radicals.

Schisandra

Schisandra has been used for centuries for its important adaptogenic benefits. Widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), schisandra is known to support the body’s efforts to clear waste from the respiratory system and enhance energy in the lungs. Schisandra is used in TCM for coughs and wheezing due to lung deficiency. Schisandra also enables the body to respond more quickly to stress and contains bitter compounds that support healthy circulation.

Eleuthero Root

Eleuthero root is an adaptogenic herb that supports energy and helps maintain balance in the body. Adaptogens help the body "adapt" to environmental stress, including physical and emotional stress. As an adaptogen, eleuthero acts as a tonic at the cellular level and offers beneficial support for the nervous system. Eleuthero is commonly used to support energy, stamina and endurance, and may help with concentration.

Wheat Grass

Wheat grass, the green leaves of young wheat plants, is a nutritious superfood packed with vitamins, alkalizing minerals, potent enzymes, amino acids and antioxidants, including glutathione, the most important antioxidant for liver detoxification. Wheat grass is also a concentrated source of chlorophyll which acts as a natural deodorizer and potent antioxidant to help protect cells from oxidative damage. With its rich supply of phytonutrients, wheat grass also helps support immune system function and healthy digestion and assists the body in eliminating toxins.