The Top 6 Ingredients You Need to Support Your Immune System
Vitamin C, Zinc, Elderberry… In the type of world we live in today, which nutrients are best for you?
In an ever-changing world, you wonder whether you are taking the right nutrients for your body. The list of ingredients to support a healthy immune system grows longer each day and can also be time-consuming and expensive.
New U Life, a whole-body health company, created a product with the latest, scientifically-proven ingredients for immune function, and you can get them all in just ONE capsule. Here’s what it contains:
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a water-soluble compound found in foods like oranges, mango, or broccoli, and has many incredible benefits! It pretty much does anything, from repairing our wrinkles to keeping our heart healthy. Acting as an antioxidant, Vitamin C supports a healthy immune system, fights off free radicals, and supports our cells, which may even promote healthy aging.
Zinc
Zinc is a critical mineral that’s important for your health. It can help fight off infection and aid in immune system support. It can also support your body’s cell growth and survival. However, multiple factors like old age and diet can prevent the amount of Zinc we absorb into our bodies. That’s why it needs to be paired with another agent such as Chelate to become more water-soluble so it can enter the body more readily. You can get a dose of Chelated zinc in New U Life’s Fortress® for fast-acting support.
Elderberry
Elderberry comes from a tree named Sambucus nigra or, an easier name for this is, European Elder tree. Records dating back to Medieval times show that the Elderberry plant has been used for hundreds of years. According to the University of Purdue research, Native Americans and Europeans specifically used Elderberry to cure colds. In our world today, it is used to provide relief to patients and give our bodies the antioxidants and vitamins it needs to help our immune system. Elderberry can also be used to manage inflammation, lessen stress, and reduce cold symptoms.
Garlic
Garlic is often a great seasoning when it comes to cooking, but did you know there are some amazing health benefits behind this flavorful herb? When extracted and isolated, garlic exhibits strong cardioprotective and anti-inflammatory properties. Garlic as an antioxidant has been shown to reduce cholesterol and lower blood pressure, which is something about 95 million adults in the U.S struggle with, according to the CDC. Garlic also can protect against cell damage, aging, and the immune system against microbial infections coming it's way. We seriously wonder if there’s anything garlic can’t do!
Ginger
Ginger is like the Popeye of antioxidants. But this Popeye doesn’t need spinach, strong muscles, or even a cool-looking pipe to prove its strength. Instead, it’s got powerful antioxidants and inflammation reducers. Because of these properties, ginger has been shown to have one of the longest histories of fighting the flu and common cold. It’s also great for managing indigestion and nausea. So if you’re feeling sick, you know where to go.
Cayenne Pepper
Cayenne pepper originates from the tropical coast of Cayenne, a city located in South America. Containing lots of beta carotene and Vitamin C, cayenne has the potential to support your immune system in incredible ways! A 2016 study noted that since its origins, cayenne, or capsaicin, could relieve cold symptoms such as coughing, stuffy nose, and congestion.
Although some of these vitamins, minerals, and supplements may help the body in supporting its immune functions, it is not a cure-all for a healthy immune system. That being said, an immune system functions best when many other mechanisms are put in place such as a healthy diet, nutrition, proper exercise, sufficient sleep, and other healthy habits.
*New U life does not claim that Fortress cures or prevents COVID-19 or other diseases.
Additional Studies and Resources
- Carr AC, Maggini S. Vitamin C and Immune Function. Nutrients. 2017;9(11):1211. Published 2017 Nov 3. doi:10.3390/nu9111211
- Tiralongo E, Wee SS, Lea RA. Elderberry Supplementation Reduces Cold Duration and Symptoms in Air-Travellers: A Randomized, DoubleBlind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. Nutrients. 2016;8(4):182. Published 2016 Mar 24. doi:10.3390/ nu8040182
- Hojyo S, Fukada T. Roles of Zinc Signaling in the Immune System. J Immunol Res. 2016;2016:6762343. doi:10.1155/2016/6762343
- Xu C, Mathews AE, Rodrigues C, et al. Aged garlic extract supplementation modifies inflammation and immunity of adults with obesity: A randomized, doubleblind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Clin Nutr ESPEN. 2018;24:148–155. doi:10.1016/j.clnesp.2017.11.01
