Immune Modulation

Regulating immune response — not just boosting, but balancing.

Evidence note: Vitamin D, zinc, and beta-glucans modulate immune function.

EVIDENCE

supported

INGREDIENTS

BIOMARKERS

What it
changes.

Activating this pathway affects the following measurable biomarkers.

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C-Reactive Protein

mg/L

<1.0 mg/L (low CV risk)

What
affects it.

amino-acid

L-Glutamine

Primary fuel for intestinal cells. Supports gut barrier integrity.

supported$

mineral

Zinc

Essential for testosterone synthesis. Supplementation helps only if deficient.

established$

vitamin

Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)

Hormone-like vitamin. VDR receptors present in Leydig cells. Supplementation matters mainly in deficiency.

established$

mushroom

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)

Adaptogenic mushroom. Studied for immune function and stress.

supported$$

mushroom

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)

High in melanin and antioxidants. Studied for immune support.

emerging$$

vitamin

Vitamin C

Required for collagen synthesis. Regenerates vitamin E.

established$

mineral

Selenium

Cofactor for glutathione peroxidase. Antioxidant defense.

established$

Immune Modulation

What it changes.

What affects it.

Contributes to these goals.

What it
changes.

What
affects it.