IMMUNE DEFENSE PROTOCOL

2.00 Drops

once per day

Additional notes

"I use 2 drops per day. Vitamin D plays a critical role in both the innate and adaptive immune systems, helping the body mount an appropriate response to infections while also supporting healthy immune regulation. I included vitamin D3 with vitamin K2 because they work together to support immune health while also promoting healthy calcium metabolism and bone health. Vitamin D3 and K2 work together to benefit bone health, cardiovascular support, and healthy immune function. Maintaining an optimal level of vitamin D throughout all stages of life helps maintain strong bones and healthy immune function. Adding vitamin K2 helps move calcium to the bones to protect soft tissues, such as the arteries and kidneys, from calcification. Combining vitamins D3 and K2 provides greater benefit together than each offers separately. Benefits of Thorne’s Vitamin D + K2: Supports a healthy heart and blood circulation Promotes bone health and calcium absorption Benefits immune function The combination provides advanced bone health support Features of Thorne's Vitamin D + K2: The vitamin K2 in this formula is MK-4, the most clinically studied form of vitamin K Vitamin D, in its D3 form, is a more potent and better absorbed form than its D2 form The self-dispensing top provides an accurate, safe, and individualized dose by metering individual drops Thorne's Vitamin D + K2 Liquid is in medium chain triglyceride oil and preserved with mixed tocopherols This product has been third-party tested and certified to verify what's in the package matches what's on the label and to confirm it contains no unsafe levels of contaminants, such as heavy metals, pesticides, and microorganisms."

1.00 Capsule

once per day

Ongoing

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"I take 1 capsule per day. Zinc is an essential mineral involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions throughout the body and is especially important for normal immune cell function. I used zinc to help support healthy immune defenses, promote tissue repair, and maintain normal inflammatory balance. Zinc is an essential micronutrient that plays a key role in growth and development, immune function, and testosterone metabolism, along with numerous other functions. It is the second most abundant trace mineral in the body, second only to iron. Clinical studies have demonstrated that zinc picolinate exhibits superior absorption compared to zinc citrate and zinc gluconate, with significantly higher amounts of zinc found in hair, urine, and red blood cells when supplementing with zinc picolinate. Zinc Picolinate is zinc bound to picolinic acid, which is produced in the body from the amino acid tryptophan. Picolinic acid facilitates the absorption of zinc in the small intestine. Benefits of Thorne’s Zinc Picolinate Supports the development and function of cells related to the immune system* Helps maintain T-cell function, white blood cells that balance the body’s normal inflammatory response during times of immune stress Promotes cellular skin repair An essential nutrient for eye health Helps protect cells against oxidative stress Supports the body’s normal production of testosterone, a hormone essential for promoting lean muscle mass Features of Thorne’s Zinc Picolinate Available in both 15-mg and 30-mg doses Zinc picolinate has a long history of use as a supplement and has been the subject of numerous clinical studies. Thorne offers two different forms of zinc – zinc picolinate and zinc bisglycinate. Both forms exhibit superior absorption rates compared to the citrate, gluconate, and oxide forms of zinc. Although zinc bisglycinate has data showing better absorption compared to zinc picolinate, zinc picolinate has a longer history of use as a supplement and has been the subject of more clinical studies. This product has been third-party tested and certified to verify what's in the package matches what's on the label and to confirm it contains no unsafe levels of contaminants, such as heavy metals, pesticides, and microorganisms."

1.00 Capsule

once per day

Ongoing

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"I take 1 capsule per day ( 1000 mg ). Vitamin C is a well-known antioxidant that supports immune cell function and helps protect cells from oxidative stress. Although you might rely on vitamin C only during the winter months, this vitamin can support your overall health every day. Vitamin C has many roles in your body and is linked to impressive health benefits, including immune function, collagen formation, and supporting liver detoxification. Because vitamin C is an essential vitamin that the body can’t product, it must be consumed in the daily diet or by supplementation. Thorne’s Ascorbic Acid is the highest dose of vitamin C you can get in any of Thorne’s encapsulated vitamin C products. Benefits of Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C): Promotes optimal immune function. Important in collagen production, which enhances skin, nail, and hair health. Supports healthy tissue and cartilage formation. Plays a role in phase I liver detoxification, plus its antioxidant properties help protect against the toxic effects of heavy metals. Helps increase glutathione, a potent antioxidant necessary for supporting phase II liver detoxification The benefits of collagen production, its antioxidant status, and immune support make vitamin C essential for tissue formation. This product has been third-party tested and certified to verify what's in the package matches what's on the label and to confirm it contains no unsafe levels of contaminants, such as heavy metals, pesticides, and microorganisms."

2.00 Capsules

once per day

Ongoing

Additional notes

"I take 2 capsules per day. Quercetin is a naturally occurring plant flavonoid with antioxidant properties that may help support a balanced inflammatory response. I chose this combination because the two nutrients complement one another in supporting overall immune health. Supports cardiometabolic, cellular and immune health Quercetin has been shown to be one of the most bioactive flavonoids. Research suggests a supportive role for cellular, immune and cardiometabolic health. • Supports cellular, cardiometabolic and immune health • Offers bioflavonoid support"

2.00 Capsules

twice per day

Ongoing

Additional notes

"I take 2 capsules twice per day ( 900 mg per serving for a total of 1.8 grams/1800 mg for the day. Colostrum is rich in naturally occurring immunoglobulins, growth factors, and other bioactive compounds that help support both immune function and the health of the intestinal lining. Because much of the immune system is closely connected to the gut, I incorporated colostrum into my daily routine as part of a comprehensive strategy to support digestive health, immune resilience, and overall wellness. Colostrum is a nutrient-dense formula that supports the immune system, intestinal function, and connective tissue health.* Blend of immune supportive compounds Potential to help activate and balance immune response and immune cell function. Derived from BSE-, hormone-, pesticide-, and antibiotic-free herds providing a pure, rich source Colostrum is a highly-concentrated source of powerful immune and growth factors produced from mammary glands shortly after giving birth. Pure Encapsulations Colostrum is derived from BSE-, hormone-, pesticide-, and antibiotic-free USDA certified dairy farms in the US. It is collected after the first 24 hours, defatted abd standardized to contain 40% IgG. Colostrum contains immunoglobulins G (IgG), A (IgA)m E (IgE), D (IgD), and M (IgM). Each has a specific role in immune health. IgG is naturally found in the highest concentration. Other naturally occurring immune support compounds include lactoferrin, proline-rich polypeptide (PRP), lymphokines, interferons, interleukins, oligosaccharides, lysozymes, insulin growth factors (IGF-1 and IGF-2) and transforming growth factors (TGF-A and TGF-B) "