Of the many herbal extracts with evidence of supporting the immune system, Echinacea purpurea is probably the best known and most widely used. Numerous research trials show that it can significantly reduce the recurrence of colds and shorten the duration of symptoms of an active infection.
Andrographis paniculata and Panax quinquefolius have also demonstrated similar results with regard to the common cold due to their andrographolide and polysaccharide content, respectively. Interestingly, Astragalus membranaceus has been shown to upregulate the expression of CD4 and CD8 T cells, various cytokines, and macrophages even more effectively than Echinacea purpurea.
Ganoderma lucidum, commonly known as reishi, is an effective immunomodulator with beneficial effects on natural killer cells and lymphocytes in people who are ill or exposed to highly stressful circumstances. Reishi supplementation has also been shown to improve the well-being, mood, and energy of cancer patients and improve the well-being of those suffering from weakness and fatigue.
Equally important are the vitamins and minerals needed for healthy immune system regulation. Zinc is required for the normal development and function of natural killer cells, neutrophils, macrophages, and various cytokines. Research has shown that it can inhibit viral replication in the upper respiratory tract, making it particularly useful for colds and other infections. Like zinc, vitamin C is now commonly used as a stand-alone treatment to reduce the severity and duration of colds.
Together, the carefully selected blend of standardized herbal extracts, a mushroom extract, and immune-regulating nutrients in Immune Matrix makes it a highly effective formula for upper respiratory tract infections such as the common cold. Immune Matrix is also effective in supporting the immune system in people with weak immunity or when used as a preventative measure during times of stress.
Andrographis paniculata and Panax quinquefolius have also demonstrated similar results with regard to the common cold due to their andrographolide and polysaccharide content, respectively. Interestingly, Astragalus membranaceus has been shown to upregulate the expression of CD4 and CD8 T cells, various cytokines, and macrophages even more effectively than Echinacea purpurea.
Ganoderma lucidum, commonly known as reishi, is an effective immunomodulator with beneficial effects on natural killer cells and lymphocytes in people who are ill or exposed to highly stressful circumstances. Reishi supplementation has also been shown to improve the well-being, mood, and energy of cancer patients and improve the well-being of those suffering from weakness and fatigue.
Equally important are the vitamins and minerals needed for healthy immune system regulation. Zinc is required for the normal development and function of natural killer cells, neutrophils, macrophages, and various cytokines. Research has shown that it can inhibit viral replication in the upper respiratory tract, making it particularly useful for colds and other infections. Like zinc, vitamin C is now commonly used as a stand-alone treatment to reduce the severity and duration of colds.
Together, the carefully selected blend of standardized herbal extracts, a mushroom extract, and immune-regulating nutrients in Immune Matrix makes it a highly effective formula for upper respiratory tract infections such as the common cold. Immune Matrix is also effective in supporting the immune system in people with weak immunity or when used as a preventative measure during times of stress.
Adults: Take 2 capsules twice daily with food or as directed by a healthcare professional. Take at the first sign of infection, a few hours before or after taking other medications.
Ingredients (per capsule): Andrographis extract (Andrographis paniculata) 4% andrographolides 300mg Reishi mushroom extract (fruit, Ganoderma lucidum) 25% polysaccharides 100mg Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 100mg Echinacea extract (root, Echinacea purpurea) 4:1 87.5mg Astragalus extract (root, Astragalus membranaceus) 4:1 75mg American ginseng extract (root, Panax quinquefolius) 10:1 60mg Zinc (zinc citrate) 2.5mg Non-medicinal ingredients: Vegetable-grade magnesium stearate. Capsule: hypromellose.
