This powerful immune-supporting formula greatly supports recovery after injury or surgery, enhances protein digestion, supports healthy levels of inflammation and acts as a potent antioxidant ‡

Benefits:

• Promotes recovery.
• Is a powerful antioxidant.
• Supports the immune system.
• Helps modulate inflammation.

How does this formula work?

Contains proteolytic enzymes that are needed in the regulation and modulation of inflammation and immune responses including macrophages activity.

Contains catalase that has been demonstrated through studies to maintain immune balance through its antioxidant properties & prevention of DNA damage. (Fish and Shellfish Immunology. 2013 January… and Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine 2006 Jan-March…)

Contains deglycyrrhized licorice (DGL) that protects the stomach lining against the action of protease.

Uses Albion minerals as the precursors of superoxidase dismutase (SOD). Albion minerals are unique as explained below.

Contains N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) which is a powerful antioxidant. It promotes the intracellular restoration of glutathione (regarded as the most powerful antioxidant in the body). It supports the body’s immune system to ward off degenerative diseases and quickens healing.

Contains extracts from plants with proven antioxidant properties including:

Grape seed: A powerful stilbenoid antioxidant with gene protective properties that prevent premature cell apoptosis.

Green tea that contains catechins. These are powerful polyphenol antioxidants that confer the body with numerous benefits. (The journal of Nutritional Biochemistry 2005 October…)

Red wine extracts: The antioxidant associated with reduced inflammation, balanced immunity and slowed aging.

Pine bark anthocyanidin is a bioactive plant phenolic. In a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and food Chemistry of 2005 July, the authors observed that pine bark anthocyanins were an excellent antioxidant and antiinflammatory agent. The combined effects of these ingredients results in a supplement that supports and balances the immune system through healthy inflammatory support and managing free radical levels.

Immune & Healing Support SOD (superoxide dismutase): Copper, Zinc & Manganese act as SOD precursors. SOD is one of the body’s most powerful antioxidants.

Copper (as copper chelazome): Copper is one of the body’s micro-elements. Although it is needed in relatively small amounts it is a vital aspect in many body biological processes. One of these is its role in the superoxide dismutase (SOD) catalysis. This offers protection against oxygen toxicity and chronic inflammation. Not all copper preparations are equally effective. In a study, amino acid chelated copper from Albion was found to be more effective in SOD catalysis than copper sulfate in other brands. This observation has been supported by both human and animal studies. The overall effect in enhanced SOD activity is reduced inflammation, improved and balanced immune response as documented in a study published in the Journal of Immunology of March 15 2003 vol. 170. The safety margin of copper is very narrow. This is a concern for many professionals. Professor Austen Larson of the University of Utah did a study and found that copper amino acid chelate from Albion was three times safer than conventional copper sulfate.

Zinc chelazome (from Albion): The role of zinc in immune support has been established through many studies. It promotes and supports: Faster wound healing, faster recovery from colds and other infections, enhanced growth and development, Zinc is a strong antioxidant that according to a report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 1998 (Anuraj H Shankar and Ananda S Prasad), positively supports all the aspects of the immune system.

Manganese chelazome (from Albion): The other amino acid chelated mineral in Immune Support is manganese. Its role in supporting the immunity is well documented. Studies have found that chelated manganese from Albion is superior in its bioavailability when compared to other types of the mineral’s preparation.

Selenium chelazome (from Albion): The relationship between selenium and good immunity is supported by many studies as reported in the journal; Molecular Nutrition & Food Research – Special Issue: Selenium Volume 52, Issue 11, pages 1273-1280, November 2008.

Manufactured in a US FDA inspected facility.  GMP Compliant.   Purity and Potency Guaranteed!   We use the highest quality raw materials available. Testing is done at various stages of production. All IOH Formulas Meet or Exceed cGMP Quality Standards.

‡ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

90 Vegetarian Capsules

Dosage: Take 1-3 capsules 1-3 times per day with meals. Lower dosages for general immune support. Higher dosages for healing from injuries or surgery.

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