Best immune support vitamins.

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Regular exercise, uninterrupted sleep, and most importantly, a healthy diet are the primary ingredients for staying healthy. Yet, whether it's a demanding work schedule, lack of access to a gym, or not enough time to cook a healthy meal, many of us don't live a healthy lifestyle. Unfortunately, getting sick is often proof of our inability to stick to this lifestyle.

When we began developing our Adult Multivitamin Gummies at THRUit, we learned that keeping your immune system healthy is a year-round job. This is because our immune system is constantly on the defense, protecting our bodies from invading pathogens like viruses, toxins, and bacteria.

It’s more than just eating healthy when you feel like you’re coming down with a cold. Regularly practicing a healthy lifestyle and supplementing it with critical vitamins can support your immune response and potentially help protect against illness.

How do I support my immune system?

Similar to any operating system, your immune system is best fueled by what you eat. Healthy immune systems begin with a diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and proteins. Scientists have long recognized that people who live in poverty and are malnourished are more vulnerable to infectious diseases and illnesses. However, so many of us, for whatever reason, don't always eat enough fruits or vegetables. Or, we consume highly processed foods, which leave us feeling full but our bodies are utterly lacking there of healthy nutrients to fuel our immune system. That's when vitamin supplements can ensure optimum vitamin intake when food sources aren’t readily available. Yes, vitamin absorption is better when consumed from whole foods. But when that option isn't available, a multivitamin such as THRUit™ Adult Multivitamin Gummies are an excellent option to ensure you're supporting your immune system in every way you can. It contains some of the top nutrients your body needs to maintain optimal immune health.

What vitamins support your immune system?

Vitamin C

This is one of the biggest immune system supporters of all. A lack of Vitamin C can even make you more prone to getting sick.  This essential vitamin may help fight colds and respiratory tract infections because it ramps up antioxidant activity in the body and aids in absorbing other nutrients such as iron. Vitamin C protects against damage induced by oxidative stress. This happens when free radicals accumulate. Oxidative stress can negatively affect immune health and is linked to many different diseases, including cancer and cardiovascular disease. Vitamin C supports the function of various immune cells and enhances their ability to protect against infection. It’s also necessary for cellular death, thereby keeping your immune system healthy by replacing old cells with new ones.

The best food sources of Vitamin C include all citrus fruits, bell peppers, strawberries, broccoli, and cantaloupe. The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of Vitamin C is traditionally between 250-1000mg. THRUit™ Adult Multivitamin Gummies contain 60% of your RDA for Vitamin C.

Vitamin A

One of the first signs of a mild Vitamin A deficiency is a decreased ability to fight off infections, particularly respiratory infections. Vitamin A also supports and strengthens vision, bone growth, reproduction, and immunity. This vitamin supports both the innate and adaptive immune systems of the body. Simply put, the innate system protects the eyes, skin, reproductive organs, and respiratory tract. At the same time, the adaptive immune system produces antibodies that will attack foreign invaders such as the flu virus.

Natural sources of Vitamin A include eggs, salmon, carrots, kale, and spinach. The RDA for vitamin C is 900 mcg for men and 700 mcg for women. THRUit™ Adult Multivitamin Gummies contain 133% of your RDA for Vitamin A.

Vitamin B6

Vitamin B6 is responsible for keeping the immune system strong, creating new blood cells, and transporting oxygen throughout your body. It has also been shown to improve migraines, reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer. Vitamin B6 supports the production of white blood cells and T cells, which regulate immune responses. They are critical to supporting all biochemical reactions in the immune system.

Vitamin B6-rich foods include chicken, salmon, tuna, as well as green vegetables, and chickpeas. The RDA for Vitamin B6 is 1.3mg daily for men and women. THRUit™ Adult Multivitamin Gummies contain 118% of your RDA for vitamin B6.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D is essential to the health and functioning of your immune system. It is the only nutrient your body produces when exposed to sunlight. Yet, up to 50% of the world’s population doesn’t get enough sun, and 40% of Americans are deficient in Vitamin D.  Enough Vitamin D enhances the pathogen-fighting effects of your white blood cells, which are essential parts of your immune defense. This vitamin also decreases inflammation which can help promote immune responses. Many people are deficient in Vitamin D, which can negatively affect their immune system’s response. Research has shown that low levels of Vitamin D are associated with an increased risk of upper respiratory tract infections such as the flu and allergic asthma.

Other natural sources of Vitamin D include salmon, tuna, mushrooms, and eggs. The RDA of vitamin D is 20mcg daily. THRUit™ Adult Multivitamin Gummies contain 50% of your RDA for Vitamin D.

Zinc

Zinc is needed for immune cell development and communications. It plays a vital role in the inflammatory response. Zinc also explicitly protects tissue barriers in the body, thereby helping to prevent foreign pathogens from entering.  If you are deficient in this nutrient, you can expect that your immune system's ability to function properly will be compromised. This will result in an increased risk of infection and disease.

Research indicates that Zinc deficiencies affect around 2 billion people worldwide. It is prevalent in older adults. So much so that 30% of older adults are believed to be deficient in this vitamin.

Many studies reveal that Zinc supplements may protect against respiratory tract infections such as the common cold. Further to that, supplementing with Zinc may be beneficial for those who are already sick.

Zinc can be found in various foods we eat daily, including red meats, seafood, nuts, legumes, and whole grains. The RDA of zinc is 11mg for men and 8mg for women. THRUit™ Adult Multivitamin Gummies contain 45% of your RDA for Zinc.

THRUit™ and immune support

A healthy immune system doesn't happen by accident. Every day your dietary habits affect how protected the body is against infections and toxins. Unfortunately, not everyone gets to consume a healthy, nutritious meal through each day to maintain a healthy immune response. In this case, a comprehensive multivitamin such as THRUit™ Adult Multivitamin Gummies are a perfect choice. It will help ensure that you're fueling your body with the vitamins it needs to support your immune system.