Immune support*

At Zarbee’s®, we believe a healthy immune system is the key to overall well-being—which is why trusted immune-supportive* ingredients can be found across most of our areas of care.

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A strong immune system is both proactive and protective1

The immune system works by differentiating between the body’s own cells and foreign invaders. Newborns and young children, whose immune systems are still learning and adapting, may need more support than adults.2 When parents feel their children need added immune support, recommend our drug-free immune* products.

For babies

Babies are born with underdeveloped innate and adaptive immune systems. Here are some simple ways parents can protect their babies during this period:

  • During the first 2 months, limit contact with other people
  • Ask visitors to wash their hands
  • Keep baby’s vaccines up to date
  • For babies 6 months+, consider Zarbee's® Baby Immune Support Syrup, made with zinc to support baby's developing immune system*

For older children

As children’s immune systems continue to grow and develop, it’s important to support their healthy function. These are some simple ways parents can help keep their children’s immune systems strong:

The gut-immune connection

The intestinal mucosal system, which is populated with trillions of microflora, is an integral part of the body’s immunoregulatory network.3

When introduced to the gut, probiotic bacteria promote a healthy immune system by interacting with numerous cell types along the mucosa, including B cells, T cells, regulatory T cells, monocytes, macrophages, NK cells, and dendritic cells.4,5

Research indicates that some probiotics, such as Bacillus coagulans, may support key aspects of innate immune defense mechanisms.6* Consider recommending Zarbee’s® Daily Probiotic Blend, which delivers 0.5 billion CFUs of B. coagulans per serving.

While adults have more robust immune systems than babies and young children, it’s still important to counsel immune-supportive choices and behaviors:

  • Eat foods that contain vitamin C, such as oranges, broccoli, kiwi, or cantaloupe
  • Eat foods that provide antioxidants, such as berries, broccoli, and dark, leafy greens
  • Prebiotics containing inulin fiber support healthy gut microflora. Well-known sources of prebiotics are Jerusalem artichokes, green bananas or plantains, jicama root, and asparagus.
  • Maintain healthy sleep habits
  • Try daily meditation to decrease stress
  • Exercise regularly
  • Consider a supplement, such as Zarbee's® Childen's Elderberry Immune Gummies,* which contain immune-supportive ingredients and nutrients, like elderberry, zinc, and vitamins A, C, D, & E*

Ingredients for immune support

Elderberry

Vitamin C

Zinc

Zarbee’s® Baby Immune Support* Handout

Information for parents about supporting their baby's immune function.

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*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.

REFERENCES: 1. Turvey SE, Broide DH. Innate immunity. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2010;125(2 Suppl 2):S24-32. 2. McDade TW. Life history, maintenance, and the early origins of immune function. Am J Hum Biol. 2005;17(1):81-94. doi:10.1002/ajhb.20095 3. Ruemmele FM, Bier D, Marteau P, et al. Clinical evidence for immunomodulatory effects of probiotic bacteria. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2009;48(2):126-141. 4. Ng SC, Hart AL, Kamm MA, Stagg AJ, Knight SC. Mechanisms of action of probiotics: recent advances. Inflamm Bowel Dis. 2009;15(2):300-310. 5. Dominguez-Bello MG, Blaser MJ. Do you have a probiotic in your future? Microbes Infect. 2008;10(9):1072-1076. 6. Jensen GS, Benson KF, Carter SG, Endres JR. GanedenBC30 cell wall and metabolites: anti-inflammatory and immune modulating effects in vitro. BMC Immunol. 2010;11:15.