Keeping your immune system healthy and strong is vital to prevent illnesses and infections. Your immune system is a complex collection of cells, processes, and chemicals, designed to defend your body against toxins and bacteria (10).
Research and studies have shown that certain vitamins and supplements can help boost your immune system and your protection against different diseases.
Why Is Immunity Important?
A strong immune system will encourage your body to fight against sicknesses like colds and the flu. It can also help you recover from injuries quicker and keep your energy levels high. Without immunity, bacteria would make you very sick and your body would be more open to developing diseases. This is why the elder generation and babies get sick more often as their immune systems cannot defend themselves effectively and usually, they need extra protection.
How To Boost Immunity Naturally
Naturally boosting your immunity to illnesses can be as simple as leading a healthy lifestyle. This can involve:
- Participating in regular exercise
- Washing/sanitising your hands regularly
- Avoiding excess alcohol consumption
- Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables
- Ensuring you are getting enough sleep (at least 7 hours is the recommended amount)
- Adding supplements into your diet
Best Immunity Supplements
Ready to kickstart 2023? Let's begin by boosting your immune system. This article gives you the 7 best immunity supplements to support yourself. Be prepared!Multivitamin Gummies
Multivitamin Gummies are a supplement made up of multiple vitamins designed to support your health and well-being. Your hectic lives often mean you forget to put yourself first, resulting in you feeling tired and lacking in essential nutrients. Myvitamins Multivitamin Gummies have been expertly formulated for everyday use to keep you feeling healthy both inside and out; as well as, maintain the condition of your hair and support psychological function (18, 19)
Multivitamin Gummies For Adults
For a delicious way to boost your intake of over 10 micronutrients, try Myvitamins Multivitamins Gummies. These Strawberry flavour supplements contain vitamins D and A to support immune function (6, 7); as well as, biotin to promote healthy hair and skin (8).
Kids Multivitamin Gummies
Designed to prepare your little ones for their daily adventures, our Kids Multivitamin Gummies are a fuss-free, Strawberry flavoured gummy packed with 8 essential vitamins. Each gummy contains vitamin D to support your child’s immune system (7), vitamin C to maintain brain function (14), vitamin B6 to help fight daily tiredness (15) and vitamin A to promote normal vision (16).
Multivitamin Tablets
An expert blend of essential vitamins and minerals in a convenient tablet form.
Our Vegan A-Z Multivitamin Tablets are a high-quality source of 22 vitamins and minerals, designed to boost your daily routine from within. This vegan-friendly formulation includes vitamin D to maintain immune health (7), vitamin A to promote healthy skin (20) and vitamin C to protect cells from oxidative stress (1). These Multivitamin Capsules also contain iron to help maintain cognitive function (21) and vitamin B6 to help reduce feelings of tiredness (15), letting you focus on your goals all day long.
These A-Z Multivitamin Capsules are the perfect plant-based option for those looking to boost their daily nutrient intake.
Vitamin C
One of the biggest immune system supporters, vitamin C is a popular supplement taken to protect against infections (13). It acts as an antioxidant, meaning it is able to protect your body from toxins that cause inflammation in your body. Maintaining your vitamin C levels is vital for optimal health as your body doesn't produce it on its own, nor does it store it.
Vitamin C also helps the cellular response to pathogens as well as protecting our cells from oxidative damage (1). This vitamin also contributes to iron absorption (2), which is also essential for immunity.
Vitamin D Gummies
Vitamin D, is a fat-soluble nutrient vital to the functioning of your immune system (7). Also known as the 'sunshine vitamin', vitamin D is responsible for maintaining healthy bones and teeth (9) and decreases inflammation (11). A lot of people suffer from vitamin D deficiency, which negatively affects your immune system and leaves you prone to illnesses (12). During winter periods when there isn't much sunlight, supplements can help to boost your vitamin D intake.
Zinc & Magnesium
An anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, Zinc plays the role of making all your immune cells function properly (3), whilst also promoting healthy hair (4) and supporting cognitive function (5). Several studies suggest that low zinc levels can increase the risk of viral infections (17).
The level of magnesium in the blood is an important factor in the immune system's ability to tackle pathogens and cancer cells. Studies have shown that cells need a sufficient quantity of magnesium in order to operate efficiently (22).
Our Zinc & Magnesium Tablets make it super easy to ensure these two supplements are included in your diet. These tablets are expertly formulated with 20mg zinc, 300mg magnesium and 7.4mg vitamin B6, to support your everyday well-being.
Defence Shots
Looking for a convenient way to help support your immune system? Myvitamins Defence Shots are an innovative blend of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and zinc, to help support the normal function of the immune system. (23,24) They are a convenient, tastty way to be incorporated into your daily routine.
Our unique blend contains selenium to support the immune system,(25) as well as vitamins B12 and B6 to help reduce tiredness and fatigue (15, 26). Plus, we’ve added vitamin C to help protect cells against oxidative stress (1). Per serving, our Defence Shots contain 250mg of Wellmune® (beta-glucan.) Wellmune® was named ingredient of the year for Sports Nutrition, for its clinically demonstrated immune support amongst athletes (27).
Immunity Bundle
Myvitamins Immunity Bundle is a convenient wellness go-to, designed to help you achieve your health goals. This bundle includes three wellness essentials: vitamin C, spirulina and vitamin D3 to support the normal function of your immune system (23, 28, 7)
As well as helping to protect cells from oxidative stress, vitamin C is a vital vitamin for the maintenance of your immune system (23). In our Immunity Bundle, we’ve also included Spirulina, one of the world’s most popular supplements for its wide-ranging benefits (28). Plus, there’s vitamin D3, the ‘sunshine vitamin’, which helps the normal function of our immune system to keep us fighting fit (7).
Talk To Your Doctor
Myvitamins are not making any medical claims in this article. Please consult your doctor before you start including these vitamins in your diet as some may not be appropriate for people with certain health conditions.Take Home Message
In summary, your immune system is likely to require a bit more care during the winter. The cold weather, warm central heating and the contrast between can all negatively impact your immunity, so make sure to include supplements and maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle that will help to boost your immunity.
FAQs
Why is immunity important?
A strong immune system will encourage your body to fight against sicknesses like colds and the flu. It can also help you recover from injuries quicker and keep your energy levels high.
What are the best supplements for the immune system?
Many supplements on the market may help improve your immune system. Vitamins C and D and Zinc & Magnesium are just some of the supplements that have been proven to boost it.
What can I do to keep my immune system strong?
Aim to eat a healthy, nutritious diet, get enough sleep and participate in regular physical activity are some ways you can help keep your immune system healthy and reduce your chances of getting ill.
- Vitamin C help to protect cells against oxidative stress.
- Vitamin A contributes to the absorption of iron.
- Nutrients | Free Full-Text | Zinc as a Gatekeeper of Immune Function (mdpi.com)
- Zinc contributes towards the maintenance of normal skin, hair and nails.
- Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function
- Vitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
- Vitamin D helps support the normal functioning of your immune system.
- Biotin maintains normal hair and skin.
- Vitamin D helps maintain healthy bones and teeth.
- The immune system – PMC (nih.gov)
- Vitamin D: Effect on Haematopoiesis and Immune System and Clinical Applications – PMC (nih.gov)
- Vitamin D Deficiency: Symptoms, Treatments, and Causes (healthline.com)
- 7 Impressive Benefits of Vitamin C Supplements (healthline.com)
- Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function.
- Vitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
- Dietary Supplements in the Time of COVID-19 – Health Professional Fact Sheet (nih.gov
- Biotin contributes to the maintenance of hair.
- Biotin contributes to normal psychological function.
- Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
- Iron contributes to normal cognitive function.
- Magnesium is essential for the immune system, including in the fight against cancer — ScienceDaily
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
- Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system
- Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
- Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- https://www.wellmune.com/2020/09/22/nutraingredients-award-sports-nutrition/
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-spirulina
