Probiotic IMM 60ct

Benefits & Features:
Maintains eye, nose and throat health
Supports immune health
Shelf-stable combination of probiotics *Lactobacillus* and *Bifidobacterium* strains
Provides 5 billion colony-forming units (CFU) in one serving
Made with high-quality, vegetarian ingredients backed by verifiable science

Directions / Usage:
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with or between meals.

Indications:
Ages 18 and up
Immune health

Science & Research:
Probiotics are integral to immune health, stimulating antibody production and cell-mediated immunity. Research indicates that probiotics may enhance B cell, T cell and NK cell function, phagocytic capacity and activity, and healthy cytokine production.1, 2 A recent meta-analysis involving 9 randomized controlled trials has revealed that probiotics maintain healthy immune and nasal function.3 These strains provide support for a healthy immune response and immunoglobulin function. *B. longum* BB536 is a shelf stable probiotic in Japan, supported in the literature by over 25 human trials and 30 animal studies. Double blind, placebo-controlled trials indicate that *B. longum* BB536 supplementation maintains GI bacteria balance, supporting immune function and maintaining eye, nose and throat health.4-7 In another randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled trial, *L. acidophilus* and *B. lactis* showed support for nasal function and maintained healthy eosinophil activity within the nasal lining.8 Research involving *B. bifidum* , *L. casei* and *L. plantarum* also suggests that these strains maintain healthy cytokine production, IgE function and mast cell integrity.9-11

References:
1. Berggren A, et al. Eur J Nutr. 2011 Apr;50(3):203-10.
2. Paineau D, et al. FEMS Immunol Med Microbiol. 2008 Jun;53(1):107-13.
3. Vliagoftis H, et al. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2008 Dec;101(6):570-9.
4. Odamaki T, et al. J Med Microbiol. 2007 Oct;56(Pt 10):1301-8.
5. Xiao JZ, et al. Clin Exp Allergy. 2006 Nov;36(11):1425-35.
6. Xiao JZ, et al. Allergol Int. 2007 Mar;56(1):67-75.
7. Akatsu H, et al. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 2013 Sep;37(5):631-40.
8. Ouwehand AC, et al. World J Gastroenterol. 2009 Jul 14;15(26):3261-8.
9. Kim H, et al. FEMS Immunol Med Microbiol. 2005 Aug 1;45(2):259-67.
10. Yan Zhang, et al. Hepatobiliary Surg Nutr. 2013 Jun; 2(3): 142â€"147.
11. Yoshida T

Warning:
et al. Int Arch Allergy Immunol. 2013;162(4):283-9,Probiotics may be contraindicated for immunocompromised individuals. If you are pregnant or lactating

Storage:
have any health condition or are immunocompromised or are taking any medication

Source:
consult your health professional before use.,Store in a cool