ABC TO STRENGTHEN YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

The immune system is incredibly important when taking care of our health and defending ourselves against viruses and bacteria. Its functioning depends on certain key nutrients such as vitamins A, C, D, Zinc and Selenium. There are also other fundamental supplements such as Probiotics and certain amino acids that participate by stimulating their activity and generating antimicrobial effects.

Here we leave you our ABC of key nutrients to support your Immunity:

Vitamin A : Participates in the immune response, inflammatory regulation, protects the epithelium and the integrity of the intestinal mucosa.

Betaglucans: Found in oat bran, barley and organic rye, they increase the immune response, including increasing secretory IgA, and reduce the onset, duration and symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections.

Vitamin C : We all know that vitamin C plays a fundamental role in the prevention of infections, viruses and flu, but more importantly, it is worth highlighting that it can be depleted by suffering from prolonged infection processes, which is why it is essential to promote its supplementation in these cases.

Vitamin D : Improves the natural immune response against various infections, including flu and upper respiratory tract infections. In addition, it plays a fundamental role in inhibiting chronic inflammation.

Elderberry: It causes a virus to stay outside the cell, preventing its reproduction. Increases the activity of the immune system and prompt recovery.

Lysine: It is an essential amino acid, so we must consume it in our diet, its main source is meat, fish and eggs. Its role is fundamental since it increases the production of immune cells.

Probiotics : Certain strains or combinations of probiotics, such as the LAB4 consortium, reduce the risk of infection in the upper respiratory tract. Additionally, specific strains such as Lactobacillus Rhamnosus have been shown to be effective in reducing the number, severity and duration of respiratory tract infections in children.

Selenium : Boosts immunity and lung function by stimulating the action of our most powerful antioxidant, Glutathione. It also participates in the production of white blood cells and antibodies.

Zinc : Improves immune cell activity, inhibits viral replication and may shorten the duration of the flu.

Our recommendations:

Needless to say, the main thing is to maintain our healthy eating habits to provide a wide variety of nutrients necessary to support our immune system. Consume quality proteins, vegetables, seeds and nuts, and reduce sugar, processed foods and alcohol as they deteriorate our immune system.

To support these good habits, we recommend:

• Consume a multinutrient that contains Vitamin A, C, D, Selenium and zinc, such as Mindlinx Multinutrient .
• Support your intestinal function with a probiotic supplement with at least 3 billion bacteria in infants (Strawberry Probiotic) , 10 to 20 billion in children and schoolchildren (Mindlinx Powder) , 20 to 30 billion in adolescents and adults (BioAcidophilus Forte) .
• Optimize your vitamin D levels, at least 400IU in infants, 600IU in children and 1000IU in adolescents and adults (Bio-D)
• Consume at least 2g of vitamin C a day divided into two doses (Vitamin C)

If you have any questions, write to us at nutricion@biocarechile.cl and our nutrition team will guide you.

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