Functional Food
Functional Food
Which immune supplement is suitable for children, athletes, the elderly, and everyone in between?
The immune system works for everyone – but what the system needs differs per life stage, lifestyle, and health situation. A professional athlete has different needs than a 70-year-old; a pregnant woman different than a school-aged child. In this decision-blog: how to choose the right immune supplement based on your profile, with concrete product recommendations from the Plenthera assortment.
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Colostrum, elderberry and antioxidants: traditional and modern immune support
Besides the classic immune vitamins (D, C, zinc) and medicinal mushrooms, there is a third category that people have relied on for centuries for immunity: traditional immune-boosting substances from animal and plant sources. In this article: three of the most interesting — colostrum, elderberry, and specific antioxidants like astaxanthin and quercetin. What do they do, how do they differ, and which one is right for whom.
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The Immune Trio: Vitamin D, Vitamin C, and Zinc — How They Work Together to Support Your Immunity
October — the clocks go back an hour, days get shorter, and the first colds start appearing in offices and schools. At the same time, this is the month your immune system works its hardest — to guide you through the approaching illness season. For decades, three nutrients have formed the basis of immune support: vitamin D, vitamin C, and zinc. Not because they are "trendy," but because all three have been officially recognized by EFSA for the normal functioning of the immune system. In this article: how these three work together, how much you need, and which products are suitable for which situation.
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