Super Charged Supplements for Year Round Immunity
Spring may be just around the corner but it doesn’t mean its time to forget about our immune health.
If the last 12 months have shown us anything, it’s the importance of taking charge of our own health and wellbeing; from getting enough sleep and exercise, to taking time for our mental health and eating a healthy balanced diet. Whilst it is totally plausible to cover all your essential nutrients via the food we make for ourselves, life and its everyday stressors (think pollution, smoking, alcohol consumption, stress and lack of sleep) often get in the way, compromising our immune health and our ability to fight off disease. This is where supplements come in.
Acting as a booster to your immune system, daily infection-fighting supplements work to counteract deficiencies and fight illnesses before they even begin. The problem is, the majority of us only take supplements when we think we need them, when in actuality, keeping your immune system healthy year-round is key in preventing infection and disease.
I like to think of it as I would exercise. A single session every now and then might be better than nothing at all but it will never offer the same benefits as regular exercise. Whilst studies have shown that zinc, taken within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms, can shorten the duration of colds, If we really want our immune system fighting fit, we need to be giving it the nutrients it needs all year round.
Vitamins A , C and D (the former of which we tend to be low in during the winter months), along with minerals such as selenium and zin, have been show to be particularly effective at counteracting deficiencies and fighting illnesses before they begin. But with a plethora of supplements all claiming to do the same thing, it can be hard to know which one is right for you.
From super charged immunity boosters and vegan friendly formulas, to sweet tasting sprays and animal shaped vitamins packed full of goodness, we’ve got the whole family covered.
SOLGAR
Ultibio Immune Support £27.75
Formulated to balance and maintain the immune system, this easy to swallow one-a-day capsule features clinically studied strains and ingredients of Vitamins A, B12 and D3 to target immune defences, alongside a 1 billion CFU blend of two clinically studied, pH stable live bacterial strains Lactobacillus plantarum HEAL9 and Lactobacillus paracasei 8700:2 for a wellbalanced immune defence. .
Immunity Edition £33
Equi’s synergy of immunity-supporting nutrients aid the body in building resilience thanks to its powerful and proven ingredients that strengthen, protect and nourish the system including mycological mushrooms and vegan probiotics alongside elderberry, Vitamins C and D3, Olive Extract and Zinc, for targeted and comprehensive immune support.
RECOVER UP
A next generation, scientifically proven 2-part food supplement containing an advanced combination of 33 active ingredients (selected via a rigorous nutrient and bioactive selection process, using over 1328 peer-reviewed scientific papers), to support your body in 10 different ways.
BETTER YOU
Better You’s range of vitamin D sprays are ideal for the whole family, thanks to their easy delivery and sweet flavours, meaning even the tiniest of tots are happy to open up. An essential vitamin for the entire family, vitamin D aids calcium absorption, supports a healthy bones and teeth, as well as contributing to a healthy immune system and muscle function.
Ever wondered why BetterYou use a spray system instead of the standard pill form? Not just a gimmick, each spray provides micro-sized vitamin droplets that coat and permeate the soft-tissue of the inner cheek, delivering the essential nutrients into the rich vein system below for optimal absorption into our blood stream.
NATURES PLUS
Animal Parade Gold Children’s Multivitamin, 60 chewables £12.80
Combining the natural goodness of whole foods with a balanced profile of nutrients Nature Plus’ fun animal shaped chewables supply 16 vitamins and 8 minerals including Vitamin D3, Vitamin K2 and Probiotics, as well as all this Organic Gold Standard whole foods you wish your kids would eat, such as spirulina, carrot, broccoli, whole brown rice and spinach.
DR VEGAN
Gentle Iron & Vitamin C £6.49
Essential for cognitive function, concentration and a healthy mood, an iron deficiency can lead you to feeling low on energy and anaemia.
Ideal for women or those on a plant based diet (both of which are more likely to suffer from low iron), DR.VEGAN’s Gentle Iron is combined with Vitamin C which greatly improves your body’s absorption of Iron while supporting a healthy immune system every day.
ADVANCED NUTRITION
Skillfully developed by our Nutritional Experts for synergistic support of the immune system and cognitive function, each pack of Advance Nutrition contains; Two doses of Colostrum-C ( containing natural immunoglobulins (IgG) antibodies), one dose of Skin Vit C, one dose of Skin Vitality 1 ( a multivitamin tablet is packed with over 25 vitamins and minerals including immune-supporting vitamins A, B6, B12, C, D, folate, zinc, iron, selenium as well as plant nutrients including bilberries) and one dose of Skin Vit A+. .
SAMBUCOL
Immuno Forte 30 capsules £13.49
Containing black elderberries, vitamin C and zinc for energy support and immune system support, alongside antivirin for protection of healthy cells, its no surprise that this easy to swallow formula has become a firm favourite amoungst those in need of some extra immune support. .
*Some supplements can interact with prescription or over-the-counter medications, and may not be appropriate for people with certain health conditions. Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider before starting any supplements.
