About the Ingredients
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has numerous biological functions. Vitamin C helps towards collagen formation for many body tissues including skin, gums, teeth and cartilage found in joints. It enhances the absorption of iron in the body, is involved in energy metabolism, and contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Vitamin C is the required coenzyme for two groups of enzymes that catalyze the crosslinking of collagen fibers - lysyl hydroxylases and prolyl hydroxylases. Vitamin C is essential for normal wound healing and capillary health. It also participates in the biosynthesis of carnitine, serotonin, and certain other neurotransmitters, including norepinephrine. Vitamin C is a water-soluble, chain-breaking antioxidant that reacts directly with superoxide, hydroxyl radicals, and singlet oxygen. Vitamin C interacts with glutathione and alpha-lipoic acid, and regenerates Vitamin E.

Bioflavonoids (also called flavonoids) are a class of phytochemicals that are potent antioxidants, which scavenge many potentially damaging free radicals. Another aspect of the antioxidant properties of bioflavonoids is their synergy with Vitamin C. The bitter tasting flavanones hesperidin and naringin, from the white albedo layer of citrus peels, have been shown to extend the nutritional functions of Vitamin C. Bioflavonoids are also capable of binding to metal ions, which prevents these metals from acting as catalysts in the body to enhance free radical production.

Powdered Buffered C Plus
A well designed effervescent powder can allow a large dose of ingredients to be taken in a single serving. The organic food acid combines with the carbonate source to form potassium, sodium, calcium or magnesium salts of the acid, and buffers the solution to a normal pH, so it is easy on the stomach. Clinical studies performed on a variety of effervescent products demonstrate that the ingredients penetrate the blood stream within as little as 15 minutes.

A dietary supplement to promote the body’s absorption of calcium and phosphorous, which are essential for the development and maintenance of healthy teeth and bones. New research suggests that vitamin D may support immune system function by supporting healthy cell growth.

• Bone Health
• Calcium Balance
• Cardiovascular Function
• Healthy Cell Growth
• Immune System Modulation
• Mood

About Vitamin D

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for maintaining normal calcium metabolism. Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) can be synthesized by humans in the skin upon exposure to ultraviolet-B (UVB) radiation from sunlight, or it can be obtained from the diet.

Calcium Balance
Maintenance of serum calcium levels within a narrow range is vital for normal functioning of the nervous system, as well as for bone growth, and maintenance of bone density. Vitamin D is essential for the efficient utilization of calcium by the body.

Cardiovascular Support
Adequate vitamin D levels may be important for maintaining blood pressure within normal ranges. Vitamin D also impacts heart health by supporting the body’s natural cytokine production and vascular function.

Cell Differentiation
Cellular proliferation is essential for growth and wound healing. Uncontrolled proliferation of damaged cells is unhealthy. Vitamin D inhibits uncontrolled proliferation and stimulates differentiation, which is the process of specializing cells for specific healthy functions.

Immunity
Vitamin D is an immune system modulator to support healthy T Cell and macrophage responses.

Zinc, a key trace mineral, is found in almost every cell of the human body and stimulates the activity of approximately 100 enzymes.

Zinc, a key trace mineral, is found in almost every cell of the human body and stimulates the activity of approximately 100 enzymes. Zinc serves many roles in the body like immunity, gene expression, protein folding, enzyme function, and wound healing. Zinc deficiency depresses both innate and adaptive immune responses and inadequate zinc levels increase the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines. Many research studies have shown that zinc induces improved immune response during infection, such as increasing CD4 T cells and T lymphocytes. Zinc has been shown to interfere with viral replication. Additionally zinc may reduce the duration and severity of cold symptoms. Zinc also supports superoxide dismutase activity, an important antioxidant enzyme.

"Some 90 percent of the population consume diets deficient in zinc," according to Dr. Harmond M.D., Ph.D. the father of the free radical theory of aging. Even those eating adequate amounts of zinc do not always absorb it adequately. Zinc deficiency can lead to a wide variety of health problems: osteoporosis, knee & hip discomfort, mental disorders, memory loss, depression, fatigue, irritability, decreased sense of taste & smell, skin problems (acne, dry skin, stretch marks, and prolonged wound healing), poor hair growth, imbalanced cholesterol and glucose levels, decreased immune function, growth impairment, menstrual irregularities, fertility issues, prostate dysfunction, low testosterone levels, low sperm count and impotence.

 These zinc lozenges feature the Albion® TRAACS® minerals as Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate and Zinc Arginate Chelate TRAACS™. These patented minerals are designed to do the stomach’s work in advance by producing low molecular weight mineral compounds in which the minerals are bound to amino acids to produce natural organic chelates that can pass easily through the intestinal wall. TRAACS^® stands for The Real Amino Acid Chelate System and is the Albion^® branded trade name for a range of patented products.

ImmunoMax is an advanced nutritional supplement that combines two heavily researched ingredients, N,N-Dimethylglycine (DMG) and Galactoarabinan, with a purified D-fraction from Maitake Mushroom and Beta 1,3 Glucans from the cell walls of baker’s yeast in a vegetarian capsule.

Immunomax is designed specifically for anyone with a weakened immune system.

Arabinogalactans support the immune system by increasing the number of immune cells and limiting unhealthy cell replication.

Maitake D-Fraction® is a highly concentrated source of Beta-1, 6-Glucans, which research has found stimulates the body’s first line of defense, including macrophages and natural killer cells. Maitake D-Fraction® has been extensively researched, and is one of the most comprehensive immune support formulas available. There is no other formula on the market that is more pure or potent and it is the only Maitake product that has been approved by the FDA for conducting phase 2 clinical studies (IND #54,589).

Olive Leaf Extract works directly against unwanted materials by stimulating your own protective cells (phagocytes) to ingest them without suppressing the immune system or damaging the body’s beneficial flora.

Beta-1, 3-Glucans are shown to activate B-Cells and T-Cells. Although derived from yeast, there are no yeast proteins in it. The Beta Glucans are made from the cell walls of baker’s yeast, which is then purified, and free of allergenic material.

ImmunoMax capsules are vegetarian and yeast free, and enteric coated so that the nutrients are released in the small intestine for optimal absorption.