Our immune systems are responsible for protecting our bodies against pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi. Getting plenty of sleep and eating a balanced diet, can help to boost your immunity. Likewise, engaging in exercise and managing stress levels can also help to ensure this vital system is functioning optimally.
Implementing vitamins and supplements into your wellness routine can provide extra immune support where diets may be lacking in nutrients. Read on to learn more about our top immune-function supplements.
Defence Shots
Myvitamins Orange & Mango flavour Defence Shots provide a fruity dose of immune-supporting vitamins and minerals. With nutrients such as vitamin B, C, zinc and selenium, these tasty shots are designed with your everyday wellbeing in mind. These vitamins are especially beneficial for reducing tiredness and fatigue and protecting cells against oxidative stress. 1,2,3,4,5
To further boost immunoprotective properties, these Defence Shots are fortified with 250mg of Wellmune® (beta-glucan.) Wellmune® has been clinically proven to support and strengthen the immune system whilst promoting overall health and wellbeing. (6) Furthermore, these tasty shots contain 80mg of ginger extract per serving, a plant which possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. 7
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Vitamin D Gummies
Our cells naturally synthesise vitamin D during exposure to UVB rays from the sun. This means that during the winter months it can be difficult to maintain sufficient levels of this vitamin.
Deficiency in vitamin D has been associated with fatigue, muscle weakness, mental illness and increased susceptibility to infection and autoimmune responses. (8) With research suggesting that 1 in 5 UK adults don't have enough vitamin D, these gummies are a convenient way to ensure you’re getting your daily dose. 9
Not only is each gummy packed with 25μg of vitamin D, but they also come in a delicious Orange flavour. Try them for yourself here:
Chewable Vitamin C Tablets
1250% of your essential daily recommended vitamin C in a simple, chewable tablet. Along with immunity support, vitamin C has a variety of additional benefits for the body. This vitamin helps to reduce tiredness, protects our cells from oxidative stress, and contributes to normal psychological and nervous system function. 1
The main source of vitamin C in the diet comes from fruit and vegetables, with good sources including citrus fruits, peppers, strawberries and broccoli. However, as many as 45% of UK adults do not meet the recommended 5 portions of fruit and vegetables per day. (10) This means these individuals are at increased risk of vitamin C deficiency. For those struggling to get enough vitamin C-rich foods into their diet, a supplement can help to support your levels from within.
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Defence Sparkling Vitamin Water
For a refreshing source of essential nutrients and electrolytes, try Myvitamins Defence Sparkling Vitamin Water. These bestselling drinks contain iron to fight fatigue, (11) vitamin C to maintain immune function (1) and magnesium to support normal electrolyte balance. 12
Not only are our Defence Vitamin Waters a tasty source of important vitamins and minerals, but they're also vegan-friendly and contain zero sugar and zero calories. These daily drinks are the perfect plant-based addition to your daily routine. Try them now:
The Myvitamins Immunity range features a variety of gummies, softgels, tablets, sprays, drinks and shots. Expertly designed to promote a healthy immune system and overall health, add a supplement to your routine today.
- Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, the protection of cells from oxidative stress, the normal function of the immune system, normal psychological function and normal functioning of the nervous system.
- Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
- Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system, normal psychological function, the normal function of the immune system, healthy teeth, bones, hair, skin and nails, maintaining energy and general vitality and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system and the normal function of the immune system.
- https://nutritionj.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1475-2891-13-38
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3665023/
- https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/15050-vitamin-d–vitamin-d-deficiency
- https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/537616/SACN_Vitamin_D_and_Health_report.pdf
- https://www.ethnicity-facts-figures.service.gov.uk/health/diet-and-exercise/healthy-eating-of-5-a-day-among-adults/latest
- Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Magnesium contributes to normal electrolyte balance.
