MedQuest formulated Immune Rx with natural products clinically shown to strengthen the body’s own defense mechanisms. Both Astragalus and Shitake Mushrooms have shown promising immune modulating potential. Oleuropein, found in olive leaves, is a powerful germ killer. Green Tea contains antioxidant compounds, which may slow the growth of abnormal cells. Grapefruit Seed Extract has antimicrobial properties, which battle both gram-negative and gram-positive organisms. Beta Glucan activates macrophages, the immune system’s primary defense.
Functions in the Body:
Astralagus: Best known in Asia for its immune stimulatory action, astragalus seems to restore the performance of a suppressed immune system. In clinical trials, this herb has been shown to be effective against the common cold as well as used in conjunction with cancer therapies.
Shitake Mushrooms: Used both for their delectable taste and medicinal value in Asia, shitake mushrooms contain various components that boost your immune response. Lentinan, a polysaccharide, stimulates antioxidant activity and D-fraction instigates interferon, which produces white blood cells and prevents viral protein synthesis.
Olive Leaf Extract: The ingredients in olive leaves, like oleuropein, are powerful germ killers. Olive leaf extract has been found to treat viral infections like herpes, the flu and various colds, fungal infections, chronic fatigue and allergies. It has also been shown to inhibit the oxidation of low-density protein.
Grapefruit Seed Extract: Endorsed by the World Health Organization, this extract has been shown to abate common yeast infections and eliminate harmful bacteria. In a 2002 study grapefruit seed extract was shown to have antimicrobial properties against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive organisms.
Beta 1-3 Glucan: An immunomodulator, beta glucan has been shown in studies to have both antibacterial and anti-tumor properties. Numerous studies have shown that it can activate a type of white blood cells called macrophages, which are the immune system's first line of defense. It was also found that beta glucan helps the heart by raising high-density lipoprotein and lowering low-density and total cholesterol.
Green Tea: Green tea contains powerful compounds called polyphenols, or more specifically- catechins and proanthocyanidins. These potent polyphenols have a higher antioxidant action than both vitamin C and E. Studies have shown that polyphenols can help shut down the formation of cancer cells, increase the body’s natural detoxification defenses, and suppress cancer cell growth.
Reported Uses: All of the natural products in this formula have been shown to help support a compromised or inefficient immune system. Because the immune system is an eloquently designed arrangement of cells that work together to hinder various pathogens from doing harm to tissues and cells, it can suffer heavily from external and internal stress. Immune Rx was designed to jog your immune system.
Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, take two capsules daily, or as directed by a physician.
Important Note: It's important to always visit your doctor about serious ailments and conditions. This supplement is not meant to cure disease. It is only meant to boost the immune system.
Toxicity / Contraindications: The ingredients and doses in Immune Rx have been found to be safe and effective. The safety of these ingredients in pregnant women have not been established, and therefore we do not advocate pregnant women to take this supplement unless otherwise advised by a physician. Beta-glucan is derived from yeast. If you have a negative response to yeast, please do not take this formula.
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