STAY HEALTHY: OPTIMIZE HEALTHY IMMUNE RESPONSE, HELP SUPPORT HEALTHY RESPIRATORY FUNCTION*

NHR Science Advance Immune Support Combo Pack is a comprehensive arsenal of immune-supportive powerful herbs, helping the body maintain a strong defense, and help supports seasonal immune health. Products that comprise in this combo packs were selected for their abilities to support the body’s overall immune response, encourage timely immune cell response, and help defend the body in the face of cold-weather challenges.  The clinically studied ingredients have been shown to provide the following benefits:

• Promotes Healthy Immune & Inflammatory Response*
• Supports Seasonal Immune Health*
• Encourages Timely Immune Cell Response*
• Enhances Antioxidant Defense and Helps Inhibit Oxidative Stress*
• Provides comprehensive support for aging immune system*
• Inhibits immune senescence by supporting healthy cortisol level and healthy ratio of naïve-to-memory T cells* 

 

Immune 101

Your body’s immune system is your natural protection against harmful invaders.  It is a complex network of cells and proteins working together to identify and combat pathogens, viruses, and other potential threats to your health. Nurturing and supporting your immune system is essential for maintaining overall well-being and ensuring your body's ability to effectively ward off illnesses.

Level 1:

The Level 1 defense is your natural barriers like your skin that
protects you from harmful invaders, and cilia (tiny hairs in your
lungs) that brushes out unwelcome intruder so that your body
can take them out. If Level 1 fails and invaders slips through,
Level 2 innate immune defense kicks in.

 

Level 2:

Level 2 innate immune defense kicks in. The innate immunity
comprises of a complex network of cells and proteins that
defends the body against invaders. When an invader gets in, 
your body’s cells and chemicals get on the scene fast – a lot
like first responders in real life. They love to fight and they
prevent the spread of invaders in the body. Level 2 innate immune
cells and proteins include:

• Defensins send signals for help or fight invaders directly
• Cytokines send signals for help
• Natural killer cells destroy invaders
• Scavenger cells (like neutrophils and macrophages)
• destroy invaders
• And many other chemicals and cells

 

Level 3:

Level 3 Adaptive or Acquired immunity
CD4+T Cell, CD8+ T Cell, & B Cell are your stored immune memory
of past occurrence and are trained to destroy agents quickly if invaders
enters the body again. Antibodies are part of that response and help
your body respond to the same invader much faster if you encounter
it again. Some antibodies have a long-lasting effects and are called
“memory” antibodies.

 

 

The connection between aging and immune function

Aging and other environmental stressors (due to excess inflammation, toxins, and stress) all contribute to a decline in our immune function. As you grow older, your immune system does not work as well, leaving us increasingly susceptible to health threats.   Your body may heal more slowly as there are fewer immune cells in the body to bring about healing.  The immune system's ability to detect and correct cell defects also declines.  In addition, immune cell diversity also declines, reducing our body’s immune defense.  This process is called immune senescence.

The following immune system changes may occur:

1. Decline in Naïve T Cells.  Naïve T cells are inexperience T cells that can easily be activated to recognize and respond to new challenges.  There is a general decrease in naïve T cells after roughly age 70.   As a result, our immune system becomes slower to respond and this increases our risk of getting sick.
   
   
2. Increasing Numbers of Senescent Memory T cells. Memory T cells are your stored immune memory of past occurrence that are trained to destroy invaders if they enter the body again.  Our body’s pool of protective memory T cells increase over time.  However, memory T cells from older persons are often senescent, meaning they lost their ability to proliferate and have become dysfunctional.
   
   
3. Decreased in Functional Natural Killer (NK) Cell Activity. High NK cell activity is associated with longevity and healthy aging, while reduced NK cell function is linked to increased health imbalances.  NK cell function decreases with age, generating fewer immune-regulating cytokines.
   
   
4. Overproduction of Cytokines: Immune senescence is associated with high levels of the inflammatory cytokine interleukin-6 (IL-6).  In the elderly, elevated IL-6 is associated with many health challenges. 

 

 *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.