Reishi and Turkey Tail
Two of the most studied functional mushrooms for immune support. Reishi contains over 100 polysaccharides and 119 triterpene compounds that activate macrophages, lymphocytes, and natural killer cells. Turkey Tail contributes PSK and PSP, two polysaccharopeptides with well-documented effects on immune response and healthy inflammatory levels.
Maitake and Shiitake
Both deliver beta-glucan polysaccharides that support immune health and a normal inflammatory response. Maitake also supports healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar balance. Shiitake adds lentinan and additional compounds that support the body's innate resistance to pathogens.
Vitamin C and Pterostilbene
Vitamin C supports both the innate and adaptive immune systems at the cellular level and provides antioxidant protection throughout. Pterostilbene, a more stable analog of resveratrol, extends that coverage with strong activity against pathogens and broad immune health benefits.
Curcumin and Astragalus Root
Curcumin promotes normal inflammatory levels through the innate immune response and supports a healthy gut microbiome. Astragalus is an adaptogen that helps the body manage physical, mental, and emotional stress via the HPA axis, an important pairing since chronic stress is one of the fastest ways to compromise immune function.
Glutathione
The body's primary antioxidant, supporting cellular defense, repair, and liver detoxification. Keeps the internal environment that immune cells operate in as clean as possible.
Melatonin
Supports sleep quality and exerts a direct effect on the innate immune response. Included because consistent sleep is one of the most reliable, and most overlooked, inputs to immune resilience.