Vitamin D
Enhances the pathogen-fighting effects of monocytes and macrophages – white blood cells that are important parts of the immune defense. Known to decrease cell inflammation, decrease respiratory infections and improve overall immune response.
Vitamin C
This vitamin plays a wide range of roles in the human body. It is a potent antioxidant that is important for a healthy immune system and which also prevents inflammation. It neutralizes free radicals in the body and reverses cellular damage. It can boost the activity of the phagocytes or the cells that are responsible in absorbing bacteria and it also promotes
the growth of lymphocytes and cells which are responsible in increasing the number of circulating antibodies in the body.
Vitamin E
Is a powerful antioxidant that helps the body fight infection. It also widens the blood vessels and prevents excessive clotting; hence, lowering the chance of coronary heart disease.
Zinc
This mineral is responsible for the development of immune cells and plays an important role in inflammatory response. It is also known to protect the body from upper respiratory infections and common colds.
Selenium
Selenium is an antioxidant that helps improve cognitive function and to prevent cell damage and oxidative stress thereby boosting the immune system.